The U.S. presidential election tasked Pepperdine students with constructing their own political views and opinions prior to voting, but talking politics remains a challenge on campus. Pepperdine accommodates diverse political thought, with 69% of undergraduate students identifying their political views to be either "somewhat conservative," "moderate" or "somewhat liberal," … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Discuss Politics and the Upcoming Election
Student Employees Adapt to Online Jobs
Art by Leah Bae The virtual world doesn’t just stop after online classes for student workers; it continues in the form of remote employment. Student employees continue to serve in their jobs online but face challenges when working remotely, which takes a toll on both student-employment opportunities and job engagement. Available remote jobs for students vary in time … [Read more...] about Student Employees Adapt to Online Jobs
SGA Welcomes New Executive Board
The new SGA board poses for their campaign picture, COVID-19 style. The elected Executive Board consists of (left to right) Executive Vice President Cammy Lowenfield, President Chase Johnson, Vice President of Administration Addy Hardin and Vice President of Finance Roline Attia. Photo courtesy of Chase Johnson Pepperdine’s Student Government Association released its … [Read more...] about SGA Welcomes New Executive Board
Pepperdine, Malibu Prepare for Fire Season
Firefighters tend to the 2018 Woolsey Fire blaze peaking over the Santa Monica Mountains. Photos courtesy of Luis Quiroz As smoke from the 90-acre Rock Pool Fire rose over the hills of Malibu Canyon on Sunday, Aug. 16, residents of Malibu faced the chilling reality that wildfire season has yet again returned. The wildfire season, which generally takes place between … [Read more...] about Pepperdine, Malibu Prepare for Fire Season