Pepperdine’s Malibu campus architecture creates barriers to equal access for students, faculty, staff and visitors. Community members shared their experiences in navigating campus, advocating for change and steps they want administrators to take to make campus accessible.
Mackenzie Mazen
Pepperdine Volunteer Center Closes, Shocking Students and Alumni
The Pepperdine Volunteer Center announced its closure via social media May 27, as part of a budget readjustment of the Office of Student Affairs. Students and alumni expressed shock and disappointment to the news.
Superfans show deep connection with Pepperdine Men’s Basketball
The Pepperdine Men’s Basketball team has avid followers and fans who have developed a relationship with the team. They have used Twitter as a way to connect and form these relationships
Pepperdine Community Reflects on Potential Uses of Zoom Post-Pandemic
Students, faculty and staff are focused on the return of in-person campus life, but the rising prominence of virtual learning suggests Zoom may be used well into the future. Different members of the Pepperdine community consider how they will incorporate Zoom into post-pandemic student life.
Pepp Students and Faculty Work to Destigmatize Support Groups
Support groups can help people feel seen, understood and connected, especially during a global pandemic.
Students With Disabilities Continue to Petition for Change on Campus
Students with disabilities speak out and advocate for accommodations and visibility in the Pepp community.
The Board’s ‘Trunk or Treat’ Sparks Controversy Over Handicap Spots
Reserved parking in handicap spaces caused students and alumni to voice their opinions via Instagram.
Student with Disability Speaks Out Against Discrimination
Senior Mackenzie Mazen saw one too many vehicles illicitly parked in accessible parking spots and decided to speak out on behalf of the disabled community on campus.
From Poetry to Posters, Art is a Tool for Social Change
Artists use their work to raise awareness about important issues that need social change.
Jumpstart Takes a Hop Back After Woolsey Fire and LA Teacher Strike
Pepperdine’s Jumpstart program faces setbacks after the Woolsey Fire and Los Angeles teacher strike
