Senior Communication and Hispanic Studies double major Katie O'Malley poses at the Park Güell in Barcelona, Spain. Photo courtesy of Katie O'MalleyBefore Pepperdine shut down its campuses due to COVID-19 concerns, senior Communication and Hispanic Studies double major Katie O’Malley could be found running for the track team, studying, hanging out with fellow Pi Phis … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Katie O’Malley
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Shelter-in-Place Order Hits Local Businesses and Student Employees
Addy Hardin (center) and the four other Pepperdine students that make up the core team of Harmonize, a nonprofit organization, pose for a photo on the beach. Photo courtesy of Addy Hardin Pepperdine students are witnessing first-hand how a national emergency can affect business operations. Employees, including students, are out of work as it remains unclear when businesses … [Read more...] about Shelter-in-Place Order Hits Local Businesses and Student Employees
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Christian Battin
Senior Christian Battin soaks up the sun at Ralph's Beach in Malibu. Photos courtesy of Christian Battin When Chicago native Christian Battin isn't behind the camera or interning for Pure Flix Entertainment, he's involved in on-campus extra-curriculars like NewsWaves 32, working as a teacher's assistant in production classes or running his on-campus cookie business, … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Christian Battin
Fine Arts Majors Adapt to Online Classes
Sophomore Music major Alison Kiaseleh joins a Zoom call with her private vocal instruction class. Photo courtesy of Alison Kiaseleh After the Pepperdine community transitioned to online classes in the wake of COVID-19 concerns, Fine Arts faculty converted syllabi dependent on performances and exhibitions to teleconference platforms like Zoom. The Fine Arts Division — … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Majors Adapt to Online Classes
Book Review: ‘A Ride of A Lifetime’ is a Must-Read for College Students
Art by Madeline Duvall Disney CEO Bob Iger did not have an Ivy League education, extraordinary GPA or famous relatives, yet he somehow managed to become one of the most influential people in the world today. His book "The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company" is an important read for college students seeking inspiration as they … [Read more...] about Book Review: ‘A Ride of A Lifetime’ is a Must-Read for College Students
