Art comes in many forms. Whether it’s a stroke of a brush, a choreographed dance, a moment captured or a strum of a string — art serves as an outlet for many, students said. Despite the different mediums art takes, the purpose of it remains the same: It is a means of expression — a vessel of vulnerability and heart. Members of the Pepperdine community said … [Read more...] about Art Is Everything: Artists Define Art
Creative Writing
Expressionists Coffeehouse Congregates Creativity & Community
Expressionists' adviser John Struloeff reads his poem "Malibu Canyon Tunnel" in the Intercultural Affairs Lounge on March 13. Seven students performed, and Struloeff was the only professor to attend and share. Photos by Faith Oh Tucked away in the Intercultural Affairs lounge on the first floor of the HAWC, the Expressionists Coffeehouse welcomed students to an evening of … [Read more...] about Expressionists Coffeehouse Congregates Creativity & Community
In Her Parents’ Eyes: Remembering Autumn Tennison
Ellen Tennison speaks at Autumn Tennison's vigil Wednesday, March 9, with husband Gary and Autumn's dog Finley behind her. The Tennison's said their daughter was kind, gentle and loved life. Photo courtesy of Jacob Erbes It was sunny and hot at Drescher Campus. The sky was blue, cloudless and the wind whipped through Hero's Garden, ropes beating loudly against the metal of … [Read more...] about In Her Parents’ Eyes: Remembering Autumn Tennison
Jeffrey Schultz Finds the Beauty in Truth
Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Schultz Many students know the prize-winning poet and essayist Jeffrey Schultz as a beloved professor of English, humanities, literature, Great Books and formerly creative writing. Schultz combines his love of literature and writing with a passion for teaching — and in both endeavors he said his aim is to find the beauty within truth. “When I … [Read more...] about Jeffrey Schultz Finds the Beauty in Truth
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Mary Buffaloe
Senior Mary Buffaloe smiles wide during a Model UN trip to Germany in November 2019. The writer said she hopes to create positive change for women all over the world. Photos courtesy of Mary Buffaloe Senior Mary Buffaloe prepares to graduate with a Creative Writing BA and a minor in Women’s Studies. Buffaloe said she is keeping her post-graduate options open —especially … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Mary Buffaloe
