Photos by Lidia BayneDavid Brooks, an op-ed columnist for the New York Times and analyst on PBS "NewsHour," spoke on Thursday, Oct. 6 in Elkins Auditorium as part of the W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series. In the lecture, Brooks talked about his most recent book, "The Road to Character," and the way a societal lack of intimacy and sympathy affects each person's sense … [Read more...] about David Brooks Speaks on the Path to Purpose
Life and Arts
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo Courtesy of Nick Schifano “I think in certain stages of your life –– being a senior in high school is one of them, and I think being a senior in college is another –– it’s hard to envision your life after this phase. What’s next, you know? As a senior in high school, trying to envision what is it like to be in college. Or as a … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Disney Coffeehouse Fills Sandbar with Song
Photos by Lidia BayneThe Disney Coffeehouse, put on by the Board on Saturday, showcased student musicians and Disney costumes. Before the event, students received free cotton candy and served themselves coffee. At the door, students in costume received a stamp to participate in the costume contest. As the event began, the crowd then gathered around the stage, filling most of … [Read more...] about Disney Coffeehouse Fills Sandbar with Song
Crowds Welcome Rachel Patten at Waves Weekend Concert
Photos by Brett BeanWaves Weekend Concert on Saturday, Oct. 15 featured artist Rachel Platten, drawing in students and their visiting families to Alumni Park for an evening of food trucks, music and the conclusion of Greek Life’s Spirit Week. The event began in the early evening with a lip-sync competition between paired fraternities and sororities, the concluding event … [Read more...] about Crowds Welcome Rachel Patten at Waves Weekend Concert
Dean of Graduate Studies Continues the Conversation of Diversity
Photos by Hannah ArledgeIn continuation of an informal series of forums last spring, Al Sturgeon, dean of Graduate Studies at Pepperdine's School of Law, opened the conversation for law students to discuss diversity in a tolerant environment. Dean Sturgeon served as the Dean of Students at the Law School for four years before assuming his current position this past May, but he … [Read more...] about Dean of Graduate Studies Continues the Conversation of Diversity