I'm not special. Every time I finally give myself a chance to not be busy, I realize this fact about myself, and it frees me from the anchors I have tied to my sense of identity and self-worth. Keeping busy with various activities and interests does not provide a sufficient definition of who I am. Being a freshman, I remember going through the college application process … [Read more...] about You Don’t Need to Be Special
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How to Manage Extracurricular Activities
Between homework, on or off-campus jobs, school and community activities and a social life, it can be a lot for one person to manage. In these four years, your time is limited and valuable. Some students might question the importance or necessity of joining extracurricular activities in the first place. Extracurriculars are important because through your involvement, you can … [Read more...] about How to Manage Extracurricular Activities
Make Friendsgiving a New Tradition
Photos by Micah Lambert Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what you're most thankful for in life and what new blessings the year has brought. Most students head home for the holiday to spend time with family, but what about your friends here at school? For those students staying on campus for Thanksgiving this year, or simply looking to celebrate the friendships they've found … [Read more...] about Make Friendsgiving a New Tradition
Best ‘Bu Beaches for Every Occasion
Photos courtesy of Chase Riekhof The beach made Malibu famous. The long stretches of sand bring people far and wide to come peruse the Southern California coast. There are beaches for running and working out; beaches for sitting and picnicking on the cliffs; and beaches for swimming, surfing and paddle boarding. As a Pepperdine student, one would think that life … [Read more...] about Best ‘Bu Beaches for Every Occasion
Venture out Past Zuma
Photos by Zach LeStudents frequent Malibu Country Mart, the beach and even Santa Monica; but do many students actually spend much time past Zuma? Most Pepperdine students are familiar with the area close to campus — Bu-yo, Chipotle and SunLife are Waves staples. What really is beyond Zuma beach, though? Is it a magical Malibu land? Narnia? Something else? Actually, Malibu … [Read more...] about Venture out Past Zuma