On a cloudy Malibu day, Pepperdine Baseball fell short against California Polytechnic State University at Eddy D. Field Stadium on March 25.Freshman infielder Danny Cook had one of the two runs for Pepperdine and said the team is high-spirited, and focusing on themselves will be crucial for the betterment of their game. "We have to focus on ourselves," Cook said. "And not worry … [Read more...] about Baseball Falls to Cal Poly
Haylie Ross
The Struggles of Recovery
Sports injuries can feel like looking up a narrow and winding staircase. Pepperdine athletes who have walked through the struggle of recovery said they are asking themselves a similar question and advocating for the mental aspects of injury that accompany the physical. Hannah Bruner, sophomore cross country and track athlete said her initial hurdle surrounding her injury was … [Read more...] about The Struggles of Recovery
The Communication Studies Department Makes Social Media Splash
With one post at a time, the Communication Studies Department wants to set the record straight on the stereotype that “Communication is an easy major." The Pepperdine Communication Studies Department is making a social media splash, advocating for the utility and importance of a degree in communication. The Instagram initiative aims to reach out to prospective students and … [Read more...] about The Communication Studies Department Makes Social Media Splash
Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State
Pepperdine Men’s basketball accepted defeat against Oregon State University on Feb. 20 in Firestone Fieldhouse. Head Coach Ed Schilling said that despite the loss, the team put up a good game, staying toe-to-toe with the Beavers. "I give our guys credit," Schilling said. "They fought really hard against a really good team." Redshirt senior forward Boubacar Coulibaly … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State
Pepperdine Cheerleading Breaks the Cheerleader Stereotype
Beyond the polished routines and sparkling uniforms, Pepperdine Cheer is breaking the cheerleader stereotype and rewriting what it means to really be a cheerleader. Senior cheerleader Georgia Puckett has been a part of the cheer team for two years and advocates to disprove the harmful stereotype of cheerleaders depicted in society. "These women are so empowering," Puckett … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Cheerleading Breaks the Cheerleader Stereotype