I have noticed kindness is a virtue easily shown through a smile, a friendly conversation or a warm hug. Offering someone an encouraging word or a smile can be a simple way to brighten another's day, without exerting a lot of effort.When life gets busy, it is easier for me to focus inwardly on what I have to do, what homework I have or how stressed I am. However, I forget most … [Read more...] about Good News: The Impact of Kindness
Good News Column
Good News: New Year, New Beginnings
January is one of my favorite times of the year. It is not common to hear someone say they love the month of January — it is usually cold and follows right after one of the happiest times of the year — Christmas. But because of this, I have made it a goal of mine to become a person who loves the concept of the "new year." The idea of a new year is so refreshing. I … [Read more...] about Good News: New Year, New Beginnings
Good News: People Who Make Pepp Home
When fondly reminiscing about on-campus life, many Seaver students reflected on interactions with Pepperdine staff. With all the changes happening at the University as we return to campus — including new departments, new faces and new guidelines to follow — there is comfort in knowing that many of these familiar individuals have also come back to Pepperdine. For … [Read more...] about Good News: People Who Make Pepp Home
Good News: Still More to Come
When I first pitched the Good News column to my staff during our Monday night meeting, I wasn't sure if this would be something anyone cared about. Looking at the nine faces on the screen unflinchingly staring back at me, I wasn't even sure if this was something my own team cared about.Luckily, I've been proven wrong in more ways than once.The Good News column, though a little … [Read more...] about Good News: Still More to Come
Good News: Party On
In less than two weeks, I'll be flying to Nashville, Tenn., for my older sister's wedding. Of course, I'm excited.I've been looking forward to the wedding for a while now, for the obvious reasons. I'm very happy for my sister, and who doesn't love a good wedding? My sister also placed me in charge of music for the reception — a decision that she may come to regret, but … [Read more...] about Good News: Party On