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COVID-19

This Generation Needs a ‘Goldilocks’ Approach to COVID-19

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From barren grocery stores to reckless spring breakers, it seems teens and adults are reacting incorrectly to COVID-19. Adolescents and adults either seem to overreact to the pandemic or treat it as if it's another version of the flu or common cold. America needs to find its own "Goldilocks" approach to COVID-19 by finding a middle ground in handling this pandemic. Many people … [Read more...] about This Generation Needs a ‘Goldilocks’ Approach to COVID-19

COVID-19 Impacts Athletic Recruitment and Coaching

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Graphic by Ali LevensFollowing the NCAA’s March 12 cancellation of the winter and spring sports seasons to prevent the spread of COVID-19, prospective Pepperdine athletes for its 17 teams are among some of those in concern.On March 18, the NCAA Division 1 council leadership instituted mandates that bar recruits from meeting coaches in-person until April 15 at the … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Impacts Athletic Recruitment and Coaching

Students and Professors Persevere Amid Challenges to Online Instruction

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International Studies Professor Amanda Rizkallah waves to her zoom class with her husband, daughter (3) and son (1).Photo by Allison LeeWith the university's recent shift to online classes, some students and professors voice concerns about how learning and instruction are being affected by the change.Eric Johnson-Greer, a fifth-year senior, said that among the challenges he has … [Read more...] about Students and Professors Persevere Amid Challenges to Online Instruction

Off-Campus Students Face a Decision: Stay Put, or Pay Dead Rent

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Four students sit on the roof of their off-campus housing at Calamigos Ranch. Photos courtesy of Brittany Bryant When campus closed two weeks ago, on-campus students packed boxes to return to their permanent residences. Meanwhile, those who live off campus mulled over a choice they had to make: stay in their apartments — and confront the uncertainty of travel … [Read more...] about Off-Campus Students Face a Decision: Stay Put, or Pay Dead Rent

Dean’s Office Announces “Credit/No Credit” Option for Students

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A student petition circulated online after Seaver Dean Michael Feltner announced academic accommodations. Screenshot by Lindsey Sullivan In response to student outcry for academic accommodations following the transition to remote classes, the Seaver College Dean’s Office is offering students the ability to select up to eight units of coursework to receive credit/no … [Read more...] about Dean’s Office Announces “Credit/No Credit” Option for Students