American Ballet Theatre (ABT) Studio Company brought elegance, energy and emotion to the Smothers Theatre stage March 13. The performance by ABT Studio Company was a collection of seven dances of both classical ballet and contemporary-infused pieces. Pepperdine alumna Jacqueline Cleaveland ('24), an audience member at the performance, said the show was a true display of ABT … [Read more...] about American Ballet Theatre Studio Company Showcases Young Talent in Smothers Theatre
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Sippin’ Sustainably or Soaked in Regret? Starbucks’ New Cups Stir Debate
Starbucks’ latest eco-friendly move is leaving a bitter taste — not in the coffee, but in the cups. On Feb. 11, Starbucks rolled out their new compostable drinkware and Pepperdine students said they have mixed emotions on the new cups. “I honestly hate the new cups,” said Annabelle Gentling, first-year student. This initiative, which applies to 14 out of the 50 states … [Read more...] about Sippin’ Sustainably or Soaked in Regret? Starbucks’ New Cups Stir Debate
Spencer Williams Takes Center Stage at Pepperdine
Student by day, actor by night.While many Pepperdine students spend their nights buried in textbooks, others spend their evenings under the stage lights. As a senior Theatre Arts major with a concentration in Musical Theatre, Spencer Williams dedicates himself to performance — acting, singing and dancing in numerous Pepperdine productions.Between rehearsals, costume … [Read more...] about Spencer Williams Takes Center Stage at Pepperdine
Renowned Classical Guitarist Christopher Parkening Holds Master Class
Pepperdine's Music Department hosts several world-famous instructors, despite belonging to a relatively small university. One example is classical guitarist Christopher Parkening, a distinguished professor of Music and chair in classical guitar. As part of his guitar instruction, Parkening held a public four-hour master class in Raitt Recital Hall on Feb. 22.Throughout a career … [Read more...] about Renowned Classical Guitarist Christopher Parkening Holds Master Class
The Communication Studies Department Makes Social Media Splash
With one post at a time, the Communication Studies Department wants to set the record straight on the stereotype that “Communication is an easy major." The Pepperdine Communication Studies Department is making a social media splash, advocating for the utility and importance of a degree in communication. The Instagram initiative aims to reach out to prospective students and … [Read more...] about The Communication Studies Department Makes Social Media Splash
