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Van Alden and Echosmith Play the Night Away for Waves Weekend

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Photos by Gabrielle NorteVan Alden and Echosmith lit up Alumni Park, where alumni, students and their families gathered for the ninth annual Waves Weekend on Saturday, Oct. 13.Echosmith, a Southern California-based band traveling the world with their album “Talking Dreams,” headlined this year’s Waves Weekend concert. Van Alden, the solo project of Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Van Alden and Echosmith Play the Night Away for Waves Weekend

Homeboy Industries Founder Rev. Gregory Boyle to Speak at 2018 Seaver College Commencement

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Photo courtesy of Creative CommonsThe Rev. Gregory J. Boyle, founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles is set to speak at Seaver College commencement Saturday, April 28.Homeboy Industries works to change the lives of troubled young men and women affiliated with gangs, according to the company's mission. Michael Feltner, dean of Seaver College, said … [Read more...] about Homeboy Industries Founder Rev. Gregory Boyle to Speak at 2018 Seaver College Commencement

Malibu Fire Department Contains Brush Fire

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Photos courtesy of Julie Ellerton A brush fire broke out near Civic Center Way in Malibu around 3 a.m. on Monday, according to Fire Station 88 Engineer Matt Rickard. The cause of the fire is still being investigated. While the blaze was estimated to be 6 acres, firefighters later changed the figure to approximately 2.6 acres. The fire was 95 percent contained and air … [Read more...] about Malibu Fire Department Contains Brush Fire

Pepp Remembers 9/11 With Ceremony and Flag Installation

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Photos by Arthur Puu The Pepperdine community gathered together at Heroes Garden on Monday to commemorate the 2,977 lives lost on Sept. 11, 16 years ago. The remembrance ceremony opened and closed with prayers by members of the Pepperdine community. President Andrew K. Benton opened the event by leading the attendees in prayer. He gave a speech on the unity of this nation … [Read more...] about Pepp Remembers 9/11 With Ceremony and Flag Installation

Learn About Life Abroad at The Return

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Photo by Omar MurphyAs incoming students consider applying to Pepperdine's International Programs, The Return offered freshmen a tour around the globe to learn about seven different countries in a few hours Thursday, Aug. 31 at Alumni Park. The Return is an annual event hosted by Pepperdine International Programs to help first-year students learn more about the various … [Read more...] about Learn About Life Abroad at The Return