Graphic by Nate Barton A common question for Pepperdine students and alumni is “Did you go abroad?” Going abroad is a significant part of Pepperdine’s culture. Studying in another country not only gives someone the ability to expand their horizons and explore new parts of the world but also invites in an unparalleled ability to grow and mature in ways that will scarcely come … [Read more...] about Take Flight and Go Abroad
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Create a ‘Global Village’ at Pepperdine
Art by Peau Porotesano “We now live in a global village of our own making. It doesn’t necessarily mean harmony and peace and quiet but it does mean huge involvement in everyone else’s affairs.” Marshall McLuhan I have a dream. A fairly specific dream for Pepperdine. Almost exactly 50 years ago to the day (April 12, 1967), I had lunch with Martin Luther King, Jr. … [Read more...] about Create a ‘Global Village’ at Pepperdine
From Our Feed: Update on London Attacks
Photo by Rachal Marquez Editor’s Note: “From our feed” is a feature through which developing stories covered on our social media accounts are featured on our website. These will be updated, but the most recent information can always be found on our social media. Following today's events in London, the university has confirmed that all Pepperdine students in London are … [Read more...] about From Our Feed: Update on London Attacks
New Security Service Offers Safer Abroad Travel
Graphic File Photo International SOS, a global security service, will now provide its medical, safety and emergency services to all Pepperdine community members traveling abroad beginning in November. This new provider will offer its services to Pepperdine travelers, including students, faculty, staff and graduate students. International SOS will offer several new safety … [Read more...] about New Security Service Offers Safer Abroad Travel
Make LA Your Next Post-Abroad Adventure
Photo by Matt Benton "Welcome back to the real world" is something many students hear from colleagues and family when they come back from abroad. The sudden transition back is sometimes more jarring than the original transition to life abroad, and students hit the ground running with career goals and significantly reduced free time. If abroad was a time that permitted … [Read more...] about Make LA Your Next Post-Abroad Adventure
