Image Courtesy of the BSAFor my sophomore year at Pepperdine, I had the opportunity to study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I had never been to another country before and, due to the many issues that African Americans have faced across America, such as police brutality, discrimination due to skin color and culture or the feeling of being ostracized, I wasn’t sure how … [Read more...] about Black Students Must Go Abroad
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African-American Ingenuity Created Soul Food
Image Courtesy of BSAThere are three main reasons that students look forward to Thanksgiving break: no school, time with people we love and food. But the greatest of these is food. Students often complain about meal points and the lack thereof, so a free home-cooked meal is no opportunity to shy away from. Food is important for various reasons, including comfort, celebration … [Read more...] about African-American Ingenuity Created Soul Food
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo Courtesy of Akerra Tarver“Before going abroad, I remember one of my mentors at church sending me off, telling me, ‘Remember, God is the same here as he is there. He does the same work and he touches the same people, and you will be able to find your community.’ So I went abroad and had some really hard things happen to me, and I went to an international … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Waves Cafe Aims to Honor Cultures Across the Globe
Photos by Milan Loiacono As students enter the Waves Cafe, they may notice more decorations hanging all around, a set up table, and the smells of spices wafting through the air. This is a part of a Sodexo initiative to spread awareness of cultural cuisine at least once per month, Pepperdine Sodexo Director of Operations Elizabeth Nepute said. "It's not about countries, … [Read more...] about Waves Cafe Aims to Honor Cultures Across the Globe
When Familiar Culture Brings New Shocks
Photos by Micah LambertSo you’ve traveled the world, met interesting people and tried exotic foods. Now it’s finally time to return home, a place that should be familiar and comfortable. But upon arrival, you soon realize no one speaks your language. I’m not talking about English or French or German, but the language of growth, discovery and dramatic change. … [Read more...] about When Familiar Culture Brings New Shocks