Art by Gabby DiGiovanni Though Pepperdine University is a nonprofit institution, it is still a business— and like most other businesses, the university has a governing board responsible for its strategic planning and operations. While other schools may call this governing body the “board of trustees,” at Pepperdine it is called the “Board of Regents.” Pepperdine’s Board … [Read more...] about Who are the Board of Regents?
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Pepperdine Discontinues Weddings in Stauffer Chapel
Photo by Milan LoiaconoPepperdine University said it would discontinue its tradition of hosting weddings in Stauffer Chapel. The revision of their policy comes as a result of logistical challenges from hosting weddings presented, as well as complications with Pepperdine’s tax-exempt status. Provost Rick Marrs said Stauffer Chapel has not always been available for … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Discontinues Weddings in Stauffer Chapel
Students Spend More and Save Less
Art by Ally ArmstrongThe rays of sun that come through the windows of Eden Sigma invite a clear view outside. The sky is usually a serene blue. The view of the ocean makes it feel like the balcony of a hotel, so does the prevalence of luxury cars shining in the RHO parking lot below.Nothing screams wealth like a student pulling up in a Mercedes Benz G-Wagon and getting out with … [Read more...] about Students Spend More and Save Less
Invest in Financial Literacy
Recently, avocado toast made headlines as Australian property developer Tim Gurner made news suggesting that millennials’ expenditures on overpriced food products, such as the aforementioned brunch item, was a reason for the generation’s lack of savings. This apparent lack of savings made millennials unable to make large purchases, like a deposit on a … [Read more...] about Invest in Financial Literacy
The F-Word: Financial Literacy Comes from Student Engagement
Photos and infographs by Kelly Rodriguez Sophomore Isabel Cornavaca works twice as hard to maintain her credit score after she made a big purchase in the first few months of having a credit card. Cornavaca, who works at Sephora and the Pepperdine Volunteer Center, said that even when she transfers an extra $100 to her credit card account, it still “doesn’t make a dent” to … [Read more...] about The F-Word: Financial Literacy Comes from Student Engagement