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
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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
An Invitation to Wellness
My perception of health has varied greatly over the years.As a child, I knew health only to be whether or not I was physically ill. Middle school taught me the importance of physical fitness through sports, and in high school I learned that my faith needed to be nurtured, developing my comprehension of spiritual health. College stirred up a whole new understanding of mental … [Read more...] about An Invitation to Wellness
Students and Faculty Enhance Spiritual Wellbeing Through Worship
For some, there are specific moments in worship that have transformative effects on their spiritual health.First-year Ella Schmidtlin, a nondenominational Christian who primarily attends the University Church of Christ (UCC) on campus, said the first time she worshiped God in a community at church camp was a moment that significantly impacted her spiritual health.“I … [Read more...] about Students and Faculty Enhance Spiritual Wellbeing Through Worship