Photo by Caroline Conder After a devastating breakup with the woman he thought would be his future wife, and a surgery to place a stent in his kidney in early 1989 when he was 25, Adjunct History Professor Randal Beeman reached one of the lowest points in his life. “I was taking pain medication, I was sad, I was drinking,” Beeman said. “And I come home one night, and I'm … [Read more...] about Love Brings Randal Beeman out of the Dark
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The Role of Faith in Athletics Hiring
Pepperdine Athletic Director Steve Potts smiles in Firestone Fieldhouse in fall 2019 as Men's Volleyball Associate Head Coach Paul Carroll stands in the background. Since his arrival in 2011, Potts said he prioritized a three-pronged approach to his hires – Christian values, academic excellence and competing for championships – in that order. Photo courtesy of Morgan … [Read more...] about The Role of Faith in Athletics Hiring
Alexa Rydell Accepts Jesus in a Hammock
Photo courtesy of Alexa Rydell While sitting in a hammock outside of her first-year dorm on campus, Alexa Rydell decided to commit her life to Jesus. Rydell, now a senior Liberal Arts for Education major, said she didn't really know God when she came to Pepperdine. After months of honest conversations, house Bible studies and worship moments, she said her heart caved … [Read more...] about Alexa Rydell Accepts Jesus in a Hammock
Letter to the Editor: Student Reacts to Recent Perspectives Piece
Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represent an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues which are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. Hello, I know the latest opinion piece is … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Student Reacts to Recent Perspectives Piece
Fresh Faces: First-Year Follows Teaching Passion to Pepperdine
Math major Sophia Douville performs the role of Clara in the University of Wyoming's production of "The Nutcracker" in December 2018 at the University's Arts & Sciences Auditorium. She said she danced for her high school's varsity team and was its captain for three years. Photos courtesy of Sophia Douville First-year Sophia Douville is a passionate student drawn to … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-Year Follows Teaching Passion to Pepperdine
