Pepperdine students gather for an evening Bible study in Malibu Gathering's Pastor Brian Kelly’s backyard. The devotion was led by church member Cheyene Renner. Photo courtesy of Meagen Renner Malibu faith leaders said they are working to support Pepperdine students and increase their church attendance. In a September Graphic survey of 135 students, only 23% of students said … [Read more...] about Malibu Faith Leaders Speak on Student Attendance in Church
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Seaver Students Find Calm in the Midst of Stressful Schedules
Assistant Chaplain Shaya Aguilar leads the Seaver 200 yoga class breakout group at Alumni Park. The group meets almost every Wednesday for an hour to help students destress in the midst of their stressful weeks. Photo courtesy of Georgia Puckett Music. Walking. Meditating. Hanging out with friends. Going to the beach. These are some ways that Pepperdine undergraduate students … [Read more...] about Seaver Students Find Calm in the Midst of Stressful Schedules
Album Review: Mitski Creates New Synth Album Drenched in Darkness
A drawing of Mitski surrounded by darkness. She is drawn wearing red lipstick and a red turtleneck. Art by Hee Joo RohIn September 2019, Mitski performed her last show and told a crowded audience she would be entering an indefinite hiatus. Since then, the Japanese-American artist created a soundtrack for a graphic novel, released a song as part of "The Turning's" soundtrack … [Read more...] about Album Review: Mitski Creates New Synth Album Drenched in Darkness
Pepperdine Students Indulge in Avocado Toast
The avocado toast from SunLife Organics features sliced avocado on gluten-free bread. What sets it apart from other options however is that it is topped with strawberries and a balsamic vinegar drizzle. Photos by Hope Lockwood La Cafe de la Plage Malibu, SunLife Organics, Blue Bottle and Ollo — are just a few of the options in Malibu that provide avocado toast as a menu … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Indulge in Avocado Toast
Guide to Well-Loved Films for Lovers and Skeptics of V-Day
This sappy romantic comedy bears the name, "Valentine's Day," making it the perfect film to watch on love day. Beyond it's title, "Valentine's Day" tells multiple love stories filled with break-ups and make-ups and features well-loved celebrities such as Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts, Jamie Foxx, Ashton Kutcher, Queen Latifah, Bradley Cooper, Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner and … [Read more...] about Guide to Well-Loved Films for Lovers and Skeptics of V-Day