For incoming Pepperdine freshmen, this is one of the most frequently asked questions, second only to one’s major and hometown. The class of 2016 has been inundated with exciting information regarding the International Programs and the incredible experiences that going abroad next year can offer. Yet, some students question whether these statements are exaggerated. “They … [Read more...] about The Return: To go or not to go?
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Romney-Ryan’s effect on Financial Aid
The Republican National Convention that just ended in Tampa amounted to a long week of patriotic-sounding bromides and ambiguous promises to “take the country back.” In spite of this lack of specificity, a potential Romney-Ryan administration is beginning to come together into a coherent picture — and it’s not a pretty one. I’ve come to the conclusion that if Mitt Romney wins … [Read more...] about Romney-Ryan’s effect on Financial Aid
Marine veteran, new student presents war flag to Benton
In Afghanistan, one way to show appreciation to people who’ve helped you out is by hanging a flag in the back of the plane. Joel Denning is a Marine veteran who served in Afghanistan and is a new student at Seaver College this fall. He says he cannot be more thankful to Pepperdine and all the people involved with supporting veterans. President Andrew K. Benton … [Read more...] about Marine veteran, new student presents war flag to Benton
IP changes Capitol focus
Washington, D.C., has gone international. The new Washington World program, slated to launch in fall 2013, contains everything the International Programs have to offer without leaving the United States. The Washington World program will include general education courses and a two-week externship during each semester, similar to the educational field trips of other … [Read more...] about IP changes Capitol focus
How an American girl survived a game of pick-up rugby in London
For Londoners, American football appears to be a wussy sport. The NFL has helmets and padding, while rugby has none of that. On the other hand, to Americans, rugby appears to be the lame sport. They can only pass backwards and there are not nearly as many juke moves nor are there any stiff arms. I came to London as the latter: the typical American who has no appreciation or … [Read more...] about How an American girl survived a game of pick-up rugby in London
