Art by Caitlin Roark This year, Pepperdine has shown more than ever our community can unite and support each other in love through the hardest of times. This spirit of solidarity was demonstrated again through Pepperdine’s response to the group of protesters who picketed outside the university Monday, Feb. 11. How our community responded to the church protesters should set … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepp Must Unite Against Hate
Malibu
Wanted: Rain Boots
"Bring your rain boots to Malibu," said no one ever. As a native Washingtonian, I own a pair of bright yellow rain boots perfect for splashing in all of the puddles that accumulate on the side of the road or for trekking through grass and mud. They’re perfect in the Seattle weather and are an essential part of my wardrobe. But here? Pepperdine forgot to add rain boots to … [Read more...] about Wanted: Rain Boots
LA County and Pepperdine Prepare for Rainstorms
Photos Courtesy of Carlie OttRainstorms are back, but many students may not understand the risk of flooding, mudslides and falling rocks that comes with the rain."I don't think a lot of people are that concerned," sophomore Morris Chen said about potential mudslides. "Unlike the fire, it's not like you can see it ... it doesn't happen until it happens, and when it happens, it's … [Read more...] about LA County and Pepperdine Prepare for Rainstorms
Malibu Reinstates Dinners for the Homeless
Photos by Ashley ChavezDarren Chapman has been waiting to move into housing since 2015. He sleeps in his car every night. Chapman relies on food stamps and disability checks to get through each month. He showers in a hotel room the few times he can afford one. His Jack Russell Terrier, Daizy Ma, is well-fed and well-loved. This is Chapman’s life, and he said he does what … [Read more...] about Malibu Reinstates Dinners for the Homeless
Firefighters Reflect on the Woolsey Fire
Photos by Dani Masten Thousands of firefighters battled the Woolsey Fire last November while they also faced personal loss and destruction from the flames. The Woolsey Fire started Nov. 8. Four people died and 1,600 homes burned in the fire. In Malibu, 670 structures were lost. To fight Woolsey, firefighters worked around-the-clock. Jeremy Collings, who works for the Los … [Read more...] about Firefighters Reflect on the Woolsey Fire