Photo illustration and interactives by Ali Levens. Photos by Lucian Himes The climate crisis manifests itself in the form of droughts, fires, floods and other natural disasters — a tornado of destruction that leads to other forms of environmental catastrophes. Yet, mental health is not usually correlated with the climate crisis, said Lauren Traitz, an associate marriage … [Read more...] about The Tip of the Sinking Iceberg: The Climate Crisis Impacts Mental Health Among Youth
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LIVE UPDATES: President Gash holds President’s Briefing on Oct. 5
The President’s Briefing will take place Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 8:45 a.m. PDT. See live updates below. 9:41: Gash introduces Jonathan Winder, head men’s volleyball coach, who closes the briefing in prayer. 9:31: Gash passes the microphone around Elkins Auditorium for new employees to introduce themselves. Many new employees referred to the “Purpose, Service, Leadership” mission … [Read more...] about LIVE UPDATES: President Gash holds President’s Briefing on Oct. 5
Opinion: Be Fun in Your Own Way
Art by Amber ShinI used to think I wasn’t fun. In fact, in middle and high school, I surrendered to the idea that I was pretty boring. Then, one day, I realized fun is whatever makes me smile, brings joy to my life and fills me with excitement — even if the things I view as fun very well might have the opposite effect on someone else.Growing up, I was the type of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Be Fun in Your Own Way
Opinion: Change Your Mind More Often
Art by Vivian HsiaGrowing up, adults often tell children: “Make up your mind, and stick to it.” Society paints adulthood as a time where people have it all together — where their lifestyle aligns with the plans they have for the future. This mindset prevents people from living in the moment.The idea of being reliable and following through with plans or ideas … [Read more...] about Opinion: Change Your Mind More Often
Women in Leadership: Kindy De Long
Kindy De Long, Religion Professor and associate dean of Seaver College, poses on Pepperdine’s main campus. De Long, who is a Seaver alum ('87), said God led her to teach scripture of the Bible as a career. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine University Pepperdine’s Kindy De Long is the first woman to hold a tenured position in a religion department at any Church of Christ … [Read more...] about Women in Leadership: Kindy De Long
