In Hollywood, the red carpet is reserved for A-list celebrities and social media influencers — in Malibu, it belongs to Pepperdine students with stories to tell. Presented by the Student Programming Board (the Board), Pepperdine’s 17th annual ReelStories Film Festival brought together student directors, writers and actors to showcase their work under this year’s theme, “A … [Read more...] about ‘Hollywood’ in Malibu: RSFF17 Celebrates Student Films and Cinematic Dreams
Brantley Holladay
The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences
From left to right: seniors Emilee Staley, Abby Meng, Sarah Breck and Ali Pereza smile during Rock the Brock at the Brock House on Aug. 27. Pereza said she wants to put in as much effort as she can to spend time with friends before graduation. Photo courtesy of Ali Pereza The second semester of senior year stirs up deep emotions, with many students making bucket lists of … [Read more...] about The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences
Pepperdine International Programs Prepares to Launch Inaugural Kyoto Academic Year Program
From left to right: alumna Katelyn Hoidal ('25), senior Brantley Holladay, Eliot Cox ('25) alumnus and former Graphic Special Edition Editor, alumna Emma Lake ('25) and alumnus Brent Long ('25) smile on their way to Nara in May 2024. Nara was just one of the historical sites students visited during the Japan summer program. Photos courtesy of Brantley HolladayBeginning in fall … [Read more...] about Pepperdine International Programs Prepares to Launch Inaugural Kyoto Academic Year Program
Finding the Deeper Meaning in Travel
Many people view travel as a chance to see and experience a new place, which is why so many people love to do it.Both students and faculty at Pepperdine said they have experienced first-hand just how life-changing traveling can be.“Travel is being immersed in a place where I can engage with people and challenge my own experiences,” said Charlie Engelmann, senior … [Read more...] about Finding the Deeper Meaning in Travel
Switzerland Program Travels to Kenya
Students studying abroad in Pepperdine's Switzerland program went on their Spring Educational Field Trip (EFT) to Kenya from Feb. 9, through Feb. 18.Ezra Plank is the director of the Switzerland program and was responsible for organizing the trip. He said that planning for the trip began two years ago to ensure the students could have the best possible experience.“With a … [Read more...] about Switzerland Program Travels to Kenya