Left to right: Copy Chief Faith Siegel and her friends Aurora Martin and Grace Traster ring in 2026 in Mount Pleasant, Mich. Though the trio of hometown best friends may not be physically together often, they know they will always stay close. Photos by Faith SiegelThe moment I boarded the California-bound plane that took me to my first year at Pepperdine, I knew my life would … [Read more...] about Good News: Life is a Mosaic of Love
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Good News: We Meet For A Reason
I was at my desk job sometime during spring 2025 when a job website sent me a notification. Through a private message, a recruiter encouraged me to apply for a job all the way in Maine — a place I would have never chosen to visit otherwise. I've never been afraid of moving. I was raised in seven separate homes in various states and countries. Restarting was a rhythm, not an … [Read more...] about Good News: We Meet For A Reason
Chasing Sunsets in Malibu: Students Reveal the Hidden Spots
The sky glows pink during sunset at Point Dume Beach on Oct. 20. Junior Adrielle Lanae Zindler said Point Dume Beach is one of her favorite places to watch the sunset. Photo courtesy of Adrielle Lanae Zindler There are few sights that compare to a vivid sunset over the Pacific Ocean. For many, a sunset is a medium to reconnect with nature and find peace in a busy world. Lucky … [Read more...] about Chasing Sunsets in Malibu: Students Reveal the Hidden Spots
Sweet Treats Taste Sweeter With Friends
Sweet treat runs have become a way for dessert lovers to add a little sweetness into their day. But for many, the concept of grabbing a sweet treat has become a way of creating moments for connection with loved ones, students said.Junior Bre Patterson said half the fun of getting a sweet treat with her friends is the excitement of picking out where to go and discovering new … [Read more...] about Sweet Treats Taste Sweeter With Friends
Pepperdine Veritas Club Hosts Forum: What are We Getting Wrong About Friendship?
Pepperdine's Veritas Club hosted a forum focused on friendship in Elkins Auditorium on Tuesday, March 18. The conversation centered around relationships and ways people can improve their friendships. April Marshall, Pepperdine professor of Hispanic Studies, and John Hendrix, New York Times bestselling author, led the forum."In a true friendship, you're bearing witness to each … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Veritas Club Hosts Forum: What are We Getting Wrong About Friendship?