Photo courtesy of Ron HallIn the early hours of Nov. 7, freshman Ashley Mowreader and her suitemates were huddling in the lobby of their Debell F Suite next to a police scanner. News of a shooting at the Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks broke around 11:30 p.m. Their friend and suitemate Alaina Housley was in attendance, and was missing. Restless energy permeated … [Read more...] about Christ in Adversity: How Trauma Draws Some Closer and Pushes Others Away
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Storm Update: No More Rainfall, but Mudslides are Still a Concern in Malibu
Videos by Emily Tencer and Theresa de los Santos After three consecutive storms swept through Southern California, the Pepperdine community can now look forward to seeing clearer skies in the coming days as no rain is expected Friday or this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Although the university remained open, the heavy rainfall – which lasted from … [Read more...] about Storm Update: No More Rainfall, but Mudslides are Still a Concern in Malibu
Law School Renovation Strengthens Community
Photos by Sam FinneganThe School of Law recently unveiled its completed renovation project. The intentionality behind every change made to the atrium and auditorium ultimately contributes to the creation of an environment that will not only encourage academic growth but also the growth of lifelong relationships, said Austin Oakes, executive director of Planning Operations and … [Read more...] about Law School Renovation Strengthens Community
Support Adoptees at Pepperdine
Art by Madeline DuvallAt Pepperdine, it’s nearly impossible to walk around campus without encountering some sort of cultural or activity club advertising for members. There seems to be a place for everyone of every background. However, I sharply feel the absence of one community in particular. This select group of people is one I have been a part of almost since birth: … [Read more...] about Support Adoptees at Pepperdine
Staff Editorial: Surf in Safety
Art by Madeline Duvall Security, as derived from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, is one of our most basic functions before the procession to other necessities like socializing or "self-actualization," according to Psychology Today. With safety as a crucial component in our daily lives, humans don't question its vitality. It's common sense: From childhood, people are told not to … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Surf in Safety
