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Fresh Faces: First-year Strives Toward Creating Impact in Communities Through Service and Student Government

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First-year Isabella Cerna poses on a sidewalk in Paris in April 2019. Cerna said she loves to travel and applied to Pepperdine's London International Program.Photos courtesy of Isabella CernaFirst-year Isabella Cerna said she is interested in communication and business, so the International Business major seemed like a great fit for her.Cerna is from Nicaragua, Central America, … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-year Strives Toward Creating Impact in Communities Through Service and Student Government

Fresh Faces: First-year Aspires to Break Into the Film Industry

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Filmmaking first-year Robert Emrich holds up the final product of his band’s debut EP in July. His funk-rock band, Cheach Billin, recorded its first album, "Simple Songs" last year.Photos courtesy of Robert EmrichAs a child, first-year Robert Emrich said he was extremely farsighted, and his vision problems caused him to forgo sports and turn to other activities, such as … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-year Aspires to Break Into the Film Industry

Fresh Faces: First-year Hopes to Strengthen Mental and Emotional Health in People’s Lives

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First-year Weldon Miles proudly wears his Pepperdine sweater in August, anticipating the day he can step onto campus. Miles said he chose to go to Pepperdine because of its community and faith.Photos courtesy of Weldon MilesGrowing up, first-year Weldon Miles, who is from El Sobrante, CA, said he is passionate about easing the emotional and psychological pain of those who grew … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-year Hopes to Strengthen Mental and Emotional Health in People’s Lives

Fresh Faces: Sophomore Transfer Hopes to Venture in Business

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Transfer Stella Putri walks along a Malibu beach for the first time in February. As Putri was looking to transfer colleges, she desired to stay in LA, eventually leading her to Pepperdine.Photos courtesy of Stella PutriTransfer sophomore Stella Putri said upon learning about Pepperdine's beautiful campus and the knowledgeable professors, she became intrigued and wanted to learn … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Sophomore Transfer Hopes to Venture in Business

Fresh Faces: First-year Explores International Fellowship

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First-year Hana Kim (fourth from left) poses outside with her debate team at the 34th annual Stanford Invitational Speech and Debate tournament in early February. After giving an informational speech in high school, Kim said she was inspired to study international relations. Photo courtesy of Hana Kim First-year Hana Kim is an International Studies major with an emphasis in … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-year Explores International Fellowship