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Julia Naman

‘Twas the month before Christmas

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Halloween is over. Knott’s Scary Farm is long gone. And although I still sense an eerie presence of darkness and decay, I assume that’s just from the sagging pumpkins in my suite as they succumb to the force of gravity. It’s that confusing time of year when I have no clue what I should be celebrating. My candy supply from trick-or-treating is down to disheartening Whoppers … [Read more...] about ‘Twas the month before Christmas

Club Convocations to honor C.S. Lewis in memoriam

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Fifty years ago, famed author and theologian C.S. Lewis passed away, leaving behind numerous books, poems and essays that are still widespread and renowned. In his honor, the Center for Faith and Learning created 11 club convos for students, each on a different book that Lewis authored or an idea that he theologically addressed. “Students are still interested in Lewis, so we … [Read more...] about Club Convocations to honor C.S. Lewis in memoriam

Another record broken

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The Class of 2016 formerly held the title for largest class  size with 903 students enrolled in fall 2012. But this year, the incoming freshman class took the lead by adding another 31 students to the mix, resulting in 934 total. “This year, the Office of Admission received a record number of applications — over 10,400,” Director of Admissions for Seaver College Laura … [Read more...] about Another record broken

NSO excursion discovers Homeboys

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A crew of Pepperdine freshmen visited the site of Homeboy Bakery on Aug. 23, one of several projects under the Homeboy Industries banner, for an New Student Orientation excursion. Salvador Sanchez Strawbridge is the social media coordinator and staff photographer for Homeboy Industries, a nonprofit organization in the heart of Los Angeles. Founded in 1988 by “Father” Greg … [Read more...] about NSO excursion discovers Homeboys