Photo by Caroline Conder After undergoing brain surgery at 14 years old, senior Ashtyn Adams thought she wanted to go into medicine and become a doctor. While studying abroad in London during Summer 2019, Adams spoke with Rick Marrs, a Religion professor, former provost and chief academic officer at Pepperdine. Marrs complimented her academic work, but his compliments weren’t … [Read more...] about The Transition from an Expectation to a Passion
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Students Reflect on their Abroad Experience for Spring 2022
At the end of February, Buenos Aires participants making empanadas at Casa Holden. Participants said they are settling into their new homes and are exploring countries beyond just their host countries. Photo courtesy of Savanna ScottPepperdine's abroad programs are returning to a sense of normalcy, with all programs able to travel outside of their host countries after two years … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on their Abroad Experience for Spring 2022
Retiring Faculty Profile: Cyndia Clegg
Currents file photo. Photo courtesy of Ron Hall | Design by Logan WoodPepperdine waved goodbye to Cyndia Clegg, distinguished professor of English at Seaver College, after 45 years of teaching.Clegg taught a wide range of classes, including courses on Shakespeare, Renaissance English Literature and Spiritual Writing. She regularly taught in the Great Books Colloquium and the GE … [Read more...] about Retiring Faculty Profile: Cyndia Clegg
Good News: Taking Risks to Find the Meaning of Life
My name is Anezka, and I am from the Czech Republic. I am an only child and let me tell you, moving across the world alone was not easy. But it was worth it.Moving has taught me that the real meaning of life is family, love, health and happiness. There is nothing that matters more than that, and we cannot take our precious time to worry about little meaningless things.My dream … [Read more...] about Good News: Taking Risks to Find the Meaning of Life
Organizations Begin Recruitment for Spring Semester
Members of Gamma Phi Beta table on main campus for spring recruitment. Many organizations participated in spring recruitment to bring in new members. Photo courtesy of Alexa NeagleThe new semester is underway and spring recruitment is too.Active members of Greek organizations, businesses and science fraternities said they are excited to welcome new members into their … [Read more...] about Organizations Begin Recruitment for Spring Semester
