Pepperdine students representing identity-based organizations on campus host the "My Culture is NOT a Costume" event Oct. 25. At this function, students learned about the effects of Halloween costume choices. Photo by Sierra MosesSeven of Pepperdine's identity-based organizations worked to spread information about the negative effects of particular Halloween costume choices in … [Read more...] about Identity-Based Organizations Host ‘My Culture is NOT a Costume’ Event
Black Student Association
Black Student Association Plans for the Spring Semester
BSA members enjoy one last event together after they found out school will be moved to remote instruction in March 2020. The event consisted of congratulating seniors, reflecting and praying together. Photos courtesy of Paige Singleton Black Student Association continue to adjust to the online world for its members. Junior Underclassman Liaison Aniah Weaks said BSA will … [Read more...] about Black Student Association Plans for the Spring Semester
Student Government Association’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Expands To Amplify Student Voices
Student Government Association's Council holds its first meeting of the spring semester through Zoom on Feb. 17. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion directors led the meeting, which brought both the old and new members together for the first time. Photo courtesy of Sierra BellPepperdine Student Government Association's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council is expanding its … [Read more...] about Student Government Association’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Expands To Amplify Student Voices
Priscilla Merlo Rediscovers Her Faith and Herself
Photo courtesy of Priscilla Merlo Senior international studies major Priscilla Merlo exudes warmth. Merlo has been on a journey to find herself through reimagining her faith and her passions. During her time at Pepperdine, Merlo has explored theologies that have spurred her to reevaluate her love of people, Latinx culture and her career goals. "I try to approach … [Read more...] about Priscilla Merlo Rediscovers Her Faith and Herself
Olivia Robinson: Learning From Literature
Photo by Milan LoiaconoTwo years ago, a Pepperdine sophomore sat nestled in the crooks of Payson Library, nose buried deep in “Ain’t I a Woman?: Black Women and Feminism” — bell hooks' feminist theory. The author's words have the reader on an intellectual precipice, grasping at hooks' concepts and surrounding herself with the powerful rhetoric she had … [Read more...] about Olivia Robinson: Learning From Literature
