Infographic by Natalie RulonOn-campus residents can take group fitness classes for free in exchange for promoting the classes to other residents in their dorm under the new Recreational Community Leader position, officially launching next semester.The initiative is a part of a collaboration between HRL and Campus Recreation. Recreational Community Leaders will be responsible … [Read more...] about Campus Recreation Offers Free Classes to Promote Programs
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Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Jaime Del Barrio
Jaime Del Barrio smiles in front of a Spanish monument while on a trip to Seville, Spain — an excursion he took while studying abroad in Heidelberg, Germany. Photos courtesy of Jaime Del BarrioTo have any and all questions answered about the Heidelberg experience, ask Jaime Del Barrio. Jaime, a senior from Mission Viejo, California, has concentrated on his Business … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Jaime Del Barrio
Student Loneliness Taskforce Addresses Increasing Loneliness
Art by Gabby DiGiovanniAcross the nation, loneliness has become increasingly apparent among college students, and schools have been working to address the issue. Pepperdine is no exception.According to a National College Health Assessment Spring 2019 survey, 68% of Pepperdine student expressed that they had "felt very lonely," which is 3% higher than the national average.In … [Read more...] about Student Loneliness Taskforce Addresses Increasing Loneliness
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Buddy Kennedy
Buddy Kennedy works behind the scenes on a shoot for Kindness.org, an organization focused on educating people on the power of choosing kindness. Kennedy spent the summer interning for the non-profit in Brooklyn, New York. Photos courtesy of Buddy KennedySenior Buddy Kennedy can often be found in Eden House, assisting residents as the house Student Life Advisor (SLA). A Theater … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Buddy Kennedy
State of Eden Project Raises Questions about Pepperdine’s Sustainability
Sign marking the entrance to Eden House, located next to Seaside Residence Hall. Photos by Milan Loiacono When the Eden Project officially opened in Sept. 2015, Pepperdine saw a bright future for its new sustainability residence, according to Chris Doran, founder and coordinator of the Sustainability minor. In the past three years, however, the project has … [Read more...] about State of Eden Project Raises Questions about Pepperdine’s Sustainability