Though Hispanic Heritage month ended Oct. 15, community members said the reality of being Latinx plays a pivotal role in their identities and experiences — both within their own community and in predominately white spaces such as Pepperdine. The term "Hispanic" refers to someone who was born, or descends from, a Spanish-speaking country, while the term "Latinx" refers to … [Read more...] about Latinx Community Share the Pride They Feel for Their Heritage
Latinx Student Alliance
More than 30 Days: Students Look Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month
Before Hispanic Heritage Month ends Oct. 15, people across America and at Pepperdine will celebrate with food and time with friends and family to reconnect with their culture, said Ame Cividanes, Spanish Professor and LSA Advisor. Sept. 15, is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, where people of Latinx descent can have a greater focus on celebrating their heritage, … [Read more...] about More than 30 Days: Students Look Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month
SGA Announces Officers for the 2023-24 Academic Year
Members of Student Government Association sit in a meeting in the Thornton Administrative Center on Jan. 18. For the 2023-24 academic year, members of SGA said they want to focus on building community. Photo courtesy of Michael Sugimoto Student Government Association announced the election results for the 87th SGA for the 2023-24 academic year in a March 23 email to the Seaver … [Read more...] about SGA Announces Officers for the 2023-24 Academic Year
Vocalizing Their Story: Students Speak On Hispanic Heritage Month
Sophomore Nelly Figueroa-Herrera wearing a Huipil, a piece of traditional clothing from Arguacatán. She said wearing traditional clothing is one of the ways she celebrates her culture. Photo courtesy of Nelly Figueroa-Herrera For senior Lisette Isiordia, amplifying her family's story is a way to celebrate her heritage. Her story, as a first-generation student, is something … [Read more...] about Vocalizing Their Story: Students Speak On Hispanic Heritage Month
Identity-Based Organizations Host ‘My Culture is NOT a Costume’ Event
Pepperdine students representing identity-based organizations on campus host the "My Culture is NOT a Costume" event Oct. 25. At this function, students learned about the effects of Halloween costume choices. Photo by Sierra MosesSeven of Pepperdine's identity-based organizations worked to spread information about the negative effects of particular Halloween costume choices in … [Read more...] about Identity-Based Organizations Host ‘My Culture is NOT a Costume’ Event
