Students in the Jordan summer 2022 program ride on camels in Wadi Rum, a desert and historical site. The program included several excursions to expose students to the culture and history of Jordan. Photos courtesy of Serena WoonWith the start of the spring semester, some students have departed for their study abroad location or plan to depart this summer — but with one … [Read more...] about Jordan Summer Program Takes a Pause for Summer 2023
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Paula Leigh Focuses on Sports and Religion
Senior Paula Leigh smiles for her team photos for Pepperdine in fall 2021. Leigh said she found it refreshing how welcoming the Pepperdine community has been since her first year here. Photo courtesy of Paula Leigh The Jewish community at Pepperdine is small, making up only 1.2% of the undergraduate student population, according to Seaver College. Despite its small size, many … [Read more...] about Paula Leigh Focuses on Sports and Religion
Aquila Theatre Presents ‘Pride & Prejudice’ at Smothers Theatre
The Smothers Theatre stage is set for the production to begin Oct. 4. Pepperdine's theater was the second tour stop for Aquila Theatre's "Pride & Prejudice." Photos by Sammie Wuensche Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is one of the most quintessential classic romantic comedies, said Desiree Sanchez, artistic director for Aquila Theatre’s adaptation of "Pride & … [Read more...] about Aquila Theatre Presents ‘Pride & Prejudice’ at Smothers Theatre
Pepperdine Hosts September President’s Briefing
President Jim Gash hosted a Sept. 7, President's Briefing in Elkins Auditorium for Pepperdine community members wishing to join, as well as via Zoom. This is the first president's briefing over two years conducted in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Overview of the Briefing Michael Thomas, vice president of Integrated Market Communications, opened the briefing with a … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Hosts September President’s Briefing
Good News: Experience the Excitement of a Concert
Growing up, I did not go to many concerts. I have always loved listening to music on my own time, while doing homework or with friends, but I was never eager to stand in a concert pit with hundreds of people in front of loud speakers. I have only been to an R5 concert and the iHeart Radio Music Festival. After going to The Driver Era concert on Aug. 26, this all changed. The … [Read more...] about Good News: Experience the Excitement of a Concert
