Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. From Oct. 6-8, parents, siblings and guests visited Pepperdine’s campus for a diverse range of events. Many families consider whether the event is worth $90 per person not including students, especially because Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Opinion: Waves Weekend is Worth the $90
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“One Nation Under God”: Pepperdine Honors the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 with Annual Remembrance Ceremony
On the cloudy morning of Sept. 11, 2023, Pepperdine faculty and students honored guests joined together to commemorate those who lost their lives on 9/11 in front of Pepperdine’s annual Waves of Flags display. This year Pepperdine held the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony with remarks from President Jim Gash, Director of Student Veteran Affairs Eric Leshinsky and … [Read more...] about “One Nation Under God”: Pepperdine Honors the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 with Annual Remembrance Ceremony
Pepperdine Ambassadors Council Restarts Application Process
Lauren Cosentino, vice president for Advancement and chief development officer, speaks at the PAC information session in the Fireside Room on Aug. 29. Cosentino spoke about mentorship opportunities through PAC. Photos by Sharon Stevens Pepperdine Ambassadors Council is returning for the 2023-24 academic year, according to an Aug. 1 email from PAC to the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Ambassadors Council Restarts Application Process
Inaugural RISE Summit Explores Definitions of Resilience
RISE Summit attendees eat dinner together March 30 in Joslyn Plaza after hearing stories of resilience from the keynote speakers, Hung Le and Marv Dunphy. After dinner, people played bingo and discussed their definitions of resilience. Photos by Liza EsquibiasEmbracing adversity, making the effort to be mindful, emerging from a difficult situation stronger and leaning on … [Read more...] about Inaugural RISE Summit Explores Definitions of Resilience
Part of the Family: What it Means to be a Pepperdine Legacy
The Le family gathers on the hill above Drescher Graduate Campus during sunset. Junior Garrett Le said every member of his immediate family attended Pepperdine, and he felt proud to carry on that legacy when he received admission to the University. Photo courtesy of Garrett LeEvery year, Pepperdine admits approximately 4,000 students to Seaver College — but for about 200 … [Read more...] about Part of the Family: What it Means to be a Pepperdine Legacy