Editor’s Note: The writer of the story interviewed Jackie Ferrari, who conducted the interviews with the six staff members.Before graduating, senior Jackie Ferrari wanted to reach out to seasoned members of the community she’s in regular contact with for wisdom to share with students. She said she did so because she believes wisdom is what all young people need as … [Read more...] about Seasoned Members of Community Share Wisdom with Students
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Pepperdine Welcomes Next Men’s Basketball Head Coach
President Jim Gash and Incoming Director of Athletics Tanner Gardner welcomed Ed Schilling, incoming Pepperdine Men's Basketball head coach, to Pepperdine on April 4. Multiple people who have worked with Schilling said he is a devoutly faithful man and a tremendous leader, who is more than qualified to be the next head coach. Schilling has 13 years of experience as an … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Welcomes Next Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Pepperdine Athletes Use Faith to Play for Higher Purpose
Art by Vivian Hsia Whether they are on the court or in the classroom, Pepperdine athletes said their faith impacts everything they do. Student athletes at Pepperdine said their faith has an influence on both their athletic careers and lives as a whole. They said their faith allows them to play for a higher purpose, which helps them to worry less when on the court or field. “My … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletes Use Faith to Play for Higher Purpose
Alexa Rydell Accepts Jesus in a Hammock
Photo courtesy of Alexa Rydell While sitting in a hammock outside of her first-year dorm on campus, Alexa Rydell decided to commit her life to Jesus. Rydell, now a senior Liberal Arts for Education major, said she didn't really know God when she came to Pepperdine. After months of honest conversations, house Bible studies and worship moments, she said her heart caved … [Read more...] about Alexa Rydell Accepts Jesus in a Hammock
Bob Goff Says Love ‘Everybody, Always’
Photos courtesy of Kaelin MendezFrom helping build schools for girls in Afghanistan to arranging a parade for his neighborhood mail carrier, Bob Goff spoke of lessons derived from his many unconventional life experiences with the bottom line: “Just love people!”Goff's points about loving others tied back to being authentic with oneself and others."We’re … [Read more...] about Bob Goff Says Love ‘Everybody, Always’
