Art by Peau PorotesanoDuring the past month, the city of Los Angeles and all of Southern California watched eagerly as the Los Angeles Dodgers did something they hadn't done for 29 years — clinched a World Series berth. For the first time in a lifetime, Dodgers fans watched their team play the Houston Astros in one of the most exciting and whirlwind series in baseball … [Read more...] about Dodgers Unite L.A. Community
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Making Waves: Christina Zimmerman
Photos courtesy of Christina ZimmermanSenior Christina Zimmerman says dancing is her “oxygen." Training as a dancer since she was just four-years-old, this year she’s using dance to say what she needs to say “the right way."While always being involved in Dance in Flight — Pepperdine’s dance company — Zimmerman combined her passion with her … [Read more...] about Making Waves: Christina Zimmerman
The Ascent Provides Food, Fellowship and Worship
Photos by Omar MurphyWorship at The Ascent is no longer limited to Regents' Scholars.The group is a biweekly worship gathering that now provides a space for every Pepperdine student to meet and worship together. The Ascent was initially formed for Regents' Scholars from around the country to meet and socialize. The group is no longer exclusive to Regents Scholars."The … [Read more...] about The Ascent Provides Food, Fellowship and Worship
Students Speak of Identity
"Who am I?" and "How do I define myself?" are both questions that students strive to answer. When it comes to students who often walk the line between two different cultures, these questions can be even more difficult to define. In a time period in both Pepperdine and American history that has put religious and racial crises and scandals front and center, these students often … [Read more...] about Students Speak of Identity
Helping the Homeless is a Good Thing
Art by Peau PorotesanoI work at the local Starbucks in Malibu, and my regulars help to shape how I see the community. For example, Adam Sandler usually gets his kids hot chocolates, Caitlyn Jenner likes chai tea lattes, and the homeless population enjoys our unlimited 50 cent refills while escaping the sun. People who are homeless are likely the most frequent clients, are … [Read more...] about Helping the Homeless is a Good Thing
