Four students sit on the roof of their off-campus housing at Calamigos Ranch. Photos courtesy of Brittany Bryant When campus closed two weeks ago, on-campus students packed boxes to return to their permanent residences. Meanwhile, those who live off campus mulled over a choice they had to make: stay in their apartments — and confront the uncertainty of travel … [Read more...] about Off-Campus Students Face a Decision: Stay Put, or Pay Dead Rent
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Dean’s Office Announces “Credit/No Credit” Option for Students
A student petition circulated online after Seaver Dean Michael Feltner announced academic accommodations. Screenshot by Lindsey Sullivan In response to student outcry for academic accommodations following the transition to remote classes, the Seaver College Dean’s Office is offering students the ability to select up to eight units of coursework to receive credit/no … [Read more...] about Dean’s Office Announces “Credit/No Credit” Option for Students
LIVE UPDATES: President Gash Holds First Briefing After Campus Goes Remote
The Biggest Takeaways from the President's Address: Credit/no credit classes are being discussed in administration. A decision will be coming out soon. Graduation, summer programs, and international programs are still up in the air. 193 students remain on campus. The university remains financially safe, however, they are taking a loss. "We need to ensure that we … [Read more...] about LIVE UPDATES: President Gash Holds First Briefing After Campus Goes Remote
COVID-19 Cases at Pepperdine Rise to 4
Pepperdine’s London International Program, located at 56 Princes Gate in Knightsbridge, London. Photo by Kayiu Wong The number of coronavirus cases in the Pepperdine community rose to four after the university announced Friday, March 20 that a third student in the London International Program tested positive for COVID-19. The university announced the first positive … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Cases at Pepperdine Rise to 4
Administration Makes Moves After Statewide ‘Stay at Home’ Order
Photo by Kayiu Wong A little over a week after Pepperdine announced its move to online classes due to coronavirus concerns, administrators are thinning down the number of students allowed on campus. On Friday afternoon, the Pepperdine Public Relations Office sent an email to students, faculty and staff outlining changes to the university's campus policies, including the … [Read more...] about Administration Makes Moves After Statewide ‘Stay at Home’ Order
