Pepperdine offers six globally diverse study abroad programs for students to take advantage of, most commonly in their sophomore year. Abroad Correspondent Beth Gonzales reports the daily life of students in the London, England program after a year of cancellations.
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Students Return to Malibu After a Semester Abroad
Four of Pepperdine’s International Programs’ locations reopened in fall 2021, granting students the chance to study abroad. Three students who took this opportunity during the fall semester discuss their experiences and the transition back to Malibu.
International Programs Back in Full Swing for the Spring
As Omicron cases around the world rise, Pepperdine’s International Programs begin the spring semester under unique circumstances. Although the experience looks different from what students, like sophomore Florence participant Melanie Tadros, expected, they said they are finding the bright side to finally being abroad.
Nicolas Armenta Campaigns for Universal Health Care
Senior Nicolas Armenta reveals why universal health care in the United States is necessary. After personally dealing with the flaws of the American health care system, Armenta now advocates for everyone’s free access to it.
Students Adjust to Abroad Amid Changing Travel Policies
International Programs updated its travel policies, allowing students in international locations to travel to areas outside the host country. Washington, D.C., also faces restrictions, and IP has given students information on approved states.
Career Chat: Noah Santo
Senior Noah Santo talks about how his desire to become a professional athlete has lead him to a career interest in marketing.
Fresh Faces: Actor Brings Acting and Business Interests to Malibu
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces first-year Zach Tapp, an actor who is passionate about the arts and business and talks about his recent involvement in the Pepperdine community.
Fresh Faces: Alpha Omega Member Eager to Travel After Living in Hawai’i
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Kala’i Kiaaina, a Sports Medicine major looking forward to studying abroad in London.
IP Director Update: Heather Pardee Welcomes a New Member of the Family in London
London Program Director Heather Pardee talks about having a baby during lockdown in London and finding ways to stay connected with others while being safe. Pardee also describes what it’s like to be without students in London.
International Programs Face Uncertainty
What’s happening with IP? When can students return? What does this mean for the future of IP?
