Photos by Terra Atwood This isn't about food. This isn't about skin and bones. This is about stories and battles. Every eating disorder is a distinctive experience – these are the accounts of Pepperdine students who live with them every day. Mackie O’Malley, Freshman Freshman Mackie O’Malley ended up at Pepperdine because of her therapist. “Sasha is the … [Read more...] about Students Share their Eating Disorder Stories
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Become a Long-Distance Runner
Art by Peau PorotesanoRunning is one of the most basic forms of exercise; it requires nothing more than a pair of shoes and willpower. Long-distance running, defined by consecutively running at least 5 miles according to RunforWealth.com, can be physically draining to the human body, but it also has many mental benefits. People should invest in long-distance running because of … [Read more...] about Become a Long-Distance Runner
Let’s Talk About Sex
Graphic by Nate BartonPepperdine’s official position on sexual relationships among unmarried students is pretty typical of that of most conservative Christian ideologies: Save sex for marriage. That’s the end of it. Pepperdine's student handbook states the university's belief that sex should be between a husband and wife, and then goes on encourage students to seek … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk About Sex
Mikaela’s Meals
Photos By: Mikaela Bisson In life, there are countless things to be thankful for. You can be grateful for anything from your dog, to doing well on a midterm, or hey maybe even just passing that midterm. Pepperdine students love to acknowledge that everyone here are all #SOblessed. So, in the spirit of the most thankful time of year, I’m teaching you how to make one of the … [Read more...] about Mikaela’s Meals
Counseling Groups Offer Students Help
Photo courtesy of the Pepperdine Counseling CenterAs finals and the end of the semester approach, students are encouraged by the Counseling Center to reach out to them and join counseling groups to help with stress and manage complex issues and events. Pepperdine’s Counseling Center offers eight different weekly counseling groups. The groups are an open, safe space for … [Read more...] about Counseling Groups Offer Students Help