Art by Caitlin RoarkEditor's Note: The following was written by University Chaplain Sara Barton in theweek following both the Borderline shooting and the Woolsey fire. By Sara Barton, University ChaplainNovember 13, 2018I sit on Pepperdine University’s Malibu campus as the Santa Ana winds relentlessly pound us for yet another day. This is day six since a man with a gun … [Read more...] about ‘Where is God in All of This?’: A Letter from Chaplain Sara Barton
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Emily Shane Foundation Releases 1,000 Butterflies on Alumni
Photos by Kaelin Mendez Up, up and away! The Emily Shane Foundation released 1,000 Painted Lady butterflies on Alumni Park Sunday to raise money for the organization's mentor program for struggling middle school students. Michel and Ellen Shane started the foundation in 2012 in honor of their 13-year-old daughter, Emily. Emily was struck by a car and killed while … [Read more...] about Emily Shane Foundation Releases 1,000 Butterflies on Alumni
Van Alden and Echosmith Play the Night Away for Waves Weekend
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
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
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
