Pepperdine’s full custodial staff, including managers and outside-contracted employees, meet at a daily line-up before the workday. Of the 22 pictured, only half are Pepperdine employees, while the 2019 staff had at least 20 without a third party. Photos by Mackenzie DawsonWhen the world stopped, the spotlight shined on the people in scrubs. But the workers doing the … [Read more...] about Yes, They Can: Pepperdine Custodians Face the Pandemic at Half Capacity
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Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Can’t Teach Independence
Art by Peau Porotesano As students, it's our job to take the time we are given in college to learn and grow into responsible adults, and that knowledge can't always come from the classroom. College is, in many ways, a half-step into independence; we're living on our own but the cafeteria is just a few steps away. However, finding ways to take responsibility for ourselves, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Can’t Teach Independence
Spring into Spring Cleaning
Photos by Zach LeWith the end of midterms and the blossoming of those smelly trees, it can only mean one thing — spring is in the air. As the semester gradually comes to a close, one way to retain your sanity is to distract yourself with spring cleaning. Here are a few tips to help you conquer your spring cleaning. Skeletons in the Closet The first step in spring … [Read more...] about Spring into Spring Cleaning
Cleaning Services to be Discontinued
Custodial Services proposed discontinuing house cleaning services for apartment-style housing effective fall 2015, according to Housing and Residence Life Associate Dean of Students Jon Mathis. The change would affect housing in Lovernich, Drescher and George Page apartments, though details of the formal decision have yet to be finalized. Department of Facilities Services … [Read more...] about Cleaning Services to be Discontinued