Leadership is often associated with authority and visibility, but senior Tsion Gerbaba said she takes a different approach. She leads compassionately, valuing diligence over control and impact over recognition. Gerbaba’s path from Ethiopia to Pepperdine has developed her understanding of leadership and service, shaping her aspiration to work for the United Nations. “I want to … [Read more...] about ‘Rich in Giving’: International Studies Student Leads with Compassion
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Opinion: Attend Malibu Pacific Church
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. When I arrived at Pepperdine as a first-year student, I was immediately searching for a new home church. Coming from a family who attended church every Sunday, I was ready to take on the responsibility of getting myself to … [Read more...] about Opinion: Attend Malibu Pacific Church
Finding Faith Far From Home
Pepperdine students summiting the Quetrupillan Volcano in Chile while studying abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Oct. 22. Multiple students said their time in Buenos Aires made their faith grow stronger. Photos courtesy of Avery Smith Far from the familiarity of Malibu, Pepperdine students discovered their faith knows no borders in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Sophomore … [Read more...] about Finding Faith Far From Home
The Graph (Special): S5, Ep3: Waves Wellness
“Health is a crown that only the sick can see, and that all the healthy wear," said Makenzie Homrich, senior Economics major at Pepperdine. Homrich was diagnosed with Rathke's Cleft Cyst after three years of symptoms and a sudden vision loss at the end of her junior year. Following her diagnosis, Homrich had to undergo multiple MRIs, meet with multiple doctors and eventually … [Read more...] about The Graph (Special): S5, Ep3: Waves Wellness
Chris Tomlin: The Man Behind the Music
Chris Tomlin’s message of humility and surrender continues to resonate at Pepperdine months after his personal visit to the campus, students said. On Feb. 5, Pepperdine University appointed contemporary Christian artist Chris Tomlin as the inaugural artist and worship ambassador. This initiative aims to foster community among students and deepen their faith. Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Chris Tomlin: The Man Behind the Music