Jonathan Cheng, author and Wall Street Journal China bureau chief, stands at the front of the Surfboard Room in Payson Library. Cheng said he has been a journalist for 21 years. Photo by Oliver EvansThe International Studies and Languages Division partnered with Pepperdine Libraries to host a book talk with Jonathan Cheng, China Bureau chief for the Wall Street Journal … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Hosts ‘Korean Messiah’ Book Talk
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New Tenure-Track Stars: John Taden Broadens Student’s Minds on a Global Scale
Pepperdine International Studies professor John Taden smiles for a photo. Taden was born in Ghana and said his expertise on global issues will be beneficial to his students. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine University Assistant Professor of International Studies John Taden brings his knowledge on African politics to Pepperdine, hoping to enlighten students. Born in Ghana, Taden … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: John Taden Broadens Student’s Minds on a Global Scale
Opinion: Pepperdine’s Failures in Shanghai Should Not Stop Students From Learning More About China
Art by Nicole Wong Dean of Seaver College Michael Feltner announced the permanent closure of the international program in Shanghai to the Pepperdine community via email March 10. The decision to close this particular program at this time brought some dissatisfaction and disappointment from students. Pepperdine's cancellation of the Shanghai program exposes the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine’s Failures in Shanghai Should Not Stop Students From Learning More About China
Former Pepperdine Professor Removed from Trump Administration
Blue lights illuminate the White House after dark. Officials escorted former Pepperdine professor Andrew Peek off of White House grounds Jan. 17. Photo courtesy of Jean BeaufortOfficials escorted National Security Council’s senior director for European and Russian Affairs off White House grounds Jan. 17. The director, Andrew Peek, taught at Pepperdine's Washington D.C. … [Read more...] about Former Pepperdine Professor Removed from Trump Administration
Author Discusses Feminist and Christian Analysis of Modern American Politics
Photos by Sherry YangAmerican politics are riddled with anxiety and Christianity can do something about it according to the new book, “This American Moment: A Feminist Christian Realist Intervention.” The author, Dr. Caron Gentry, discussed her new book with the Pepperdine community on Monday, Sept. 24, packing the Surfboard room with students and faculty.Gentry's … [Read more...] about Author Discusses Feminist and Christian Analysis of Modern American Politics