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Danielle Accovelli

WAVES: Join in the madness

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Photo by Allison Hubbard Pom Squad and Step Team energize guests during homecoming kick off As the sun set over the horizon on Friday, Pepperdine began to buzz with sights and sounds. It was time for Blue and Orange Madness — Pepperdine’s version of a homecoming and the kick-off event for Waves Weekend. Flashing blue, green, red and yellow lights emanated from the giant … [Read more...] about WAVES: Join in the madness

‘Blackfish’ reveals the ‘reel’ SeaWorld

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Dive into the mysterious and compelling world of orca whales as they make their journeys from their homes in the wild to captivity at amusement parks in “Blackfish,” a critically acclaimed, thought-provoking documentary that is slated to screen at REELSTORIES Film Festival this year. REELSTORIES was founded in 2009 by Pepperdine alumna Susie Lee and a group of passionate … [Read more...] about ‘Blackfish’ reveals the ‘reel’ SeaWorld

Enjoy spring break as a local and check out SoCal

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With its beautiful scenery, warm temperatures and sunny weather, Southern California rivals even Mexico and Florida as the ideal spring break location. If you are staying local for spring break, try some of these unique, local activities to make for a memorable week.Hollywood Cupcake TourEveryone has heard of the Hollywood sign tour, the movie star home tour and the … [Read more...] about Enjoy spring break as a local and check out SoCal

REELSTORIES Film Festival makes an impact

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Photo by Sarah Malone With the spirit of storytelling, the REELSTORIES Film Festival seeks to capture with the overarching theme: “stories create reality.” This year, the student short “Dead Week” proved to be the overall favorite at the festival, winning the Audience Choice Award, Impact Award, Technical Excellence Award and the Grand Prize Selection. Now in its fifth … [Read more...] about REELSTORIES Film Festival makes an impact

Get ’20 Feet From Stardom’ and stars

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REELSTORIES Film Festival is set to hit a high note Jan. 30 with the featured documentary “20 Feet From Stardom,” a 2014 Best Documentary Oscar contender that chronicles the lives of some of music’s most iconic backup singers. REELSTORIES’ selected feature films combine the best of culture, art and cinematography in riveting documentaries that capture the heart and essence … [Read more...] about Get ’20 Feet From Stardom’ and stars