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How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving

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It might be the greatest time of the year, but going back home for the holiday may include having to deal with some not so great family members. “How is school?” “Are you dating someone?” “What are your plans after college?” “You look fat/thin.” “When are you going to get a real job?” Whether it stems from love or not, … [Read more...] about How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving

Lacing Up the Wilson Family Ties

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Photos by Arthur PuuMarty Wilson, Pepperdine’s 7th year Men’s Basketball head coach and 21-year member of Pepperdine’s community, started playing basketball when he was 9 years old. "Initially [basketball] was, growing up in a single-parent family, an opportunity for my mom to keep me out of trouble in my neighborhood," Wilson said. "So my mother got me … [Read more...] about Lacing Up the Wilson Family Ties

People of Pepperdine: Priscilla Magana

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Photo by Chad Jimenez “My family influences me because they have been there for me since day one and they always support me and motivate me to do what I love. My friends and family are what really defines me. I like to be really intentional with every relationship that I have rather than just having a lot of shallow relationships. I like to go deep into friendships. And with … [Read more...] about People of Pepperdine: Priscilla Magana

Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories

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Photo Courtesy of Rebecca Collier"I'm encouraged daily by my dad's advice not to sweat the little things in life and to remember what's truly important. What's truly important to me is living out your life the way God would want you to, being a good person, being there for others when they need your help, being selfless and looking out for others. I may not have a lot of time, … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories