Art by Ally ArmstrongPepperdine's branch of the Body Project is back in session. Throughout the semester, five peer-led groups will meet for a pair of two-hour sessions, which will promote positive body image and equip women to cope with societal pressures. The Body Project is preventative in nature, intended to establish a favorable sense of self esteem among girls and women … [Read more...] about Support the Body Project
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Pepperdine Psi Chi Works to Increase On-Campus Presence
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine UniversityPepperdine Psychology Honors Society, Psi Chi, is participating in and planning events that advocate for mental health awareness to increase their presence on campus. Senior Daisy Jauregui, Psi Chi’s president, said she noticed the club’s lack of on-campus involvement and decided to take on the role of changing that, using her … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Psi Chi Works to Increase On-Campus Presence
Stick or Treat Supplies Scares While Fighting the Flu
Photo by Bea Midesya Something sinister is approaching this Halloween, and it's flu season. The Health Center's annual event, Stick or Treat, took place on Oct. 26 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The event was one of the first of several flu shot clinics held by the Health Center. At the event, students received flu shots and ate free food, played games and went in the haunted … [Read more...] about Stick or Treat Supplies Scares While Fighting the Flu
Eating Disorder Awareness Week Promotes Healthy Conversations
Photos by Terra AtwoodThe Eating Disorder Awareness Week promoted conversations about body image at the Love your Body convo Wednesday, March 23 and Healthy Happy Hour on Friday, March 25. The events were a combined effort of Pepperdine Health Center, Counseling Center and Campus Recreation.Hannah DeWalt, the Health and Wellness education coordinator, serves the Counseling and … [Read more...] about Eating Disorder Awareness Week Promotes Healthy Conversations
Assault: It’s Not Funny
Graphic by Nate Barton During Milan Fashion week, on Sept. 21, models Gigi and Bella Hadid were filmed leaving a MaxMara runway show. However, in between the flashing paparazzi lights and screaming fans, someone grabbed Gigi and lifted her off the ground. The altercation might have physically ended after Hadid fought back, but it didn’t stop emotionally. Vitalii Sediuk … [Read more...] about Assault: It’s Not Funny