Editor’s note: This part of a reporting series, "From the Flames," that explores the aftermath of the recent L.A. County fires. In December of 2024, the Franklin Fire ignited in Malibu, burning 4,000 acres and dozens of structures. Students and faculty sheltered in place on campus while flames burned the nearby hillsides. Then, less than a month later, the Palisades Fire … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Reflect on Fire Response
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HRL Prepares for a Fully Reopened Fall
The sun shines on Malibu campus during a bright August day, with no students in sight. On-campus residential living remained mostly closed to students for the 2021 academic year, with the exception of students with hardship accommodations. Photo by Ali Levens As COVID-19 cases drop in LA County and more University employees receive vaccinations. Pepperdine Housing and … [Read more...] about HRL Prepares for a Fully Reopened Fall
Housing and Residence Life Changes Its Application for the 2021-2022 Academic Year
Pepperdine Housing and Residence Life prepares to welcome students back to campus in the Fall. Resident Director Josh Craton said HRL has made changes to the Resident Advisor and Spiritual Life Advisor application as a part of the preparation. Photo by Ashley MowreaderIn preparation for the 2021-2022 academic year, Pepperdine Housing and Residence Life opened their application … [Read more...] about Housing and Residence Life Changes Its Application for the 2021-2022 Academic Year
HRL Reviews Petitions to Remain on Campus
Cars line the street as freshmen scramble to move out of their dorms on Friday, March 13. Pepperdine administration sent an email on Wednesday notifying students of the decision to move all classes online for the rest of the semester, instructing those on campus to be fully moved out by Sunday unless approved for an exception. Photo by Milan LoiaconoOn-campus students were … [Read more...] about HRL Reviews Petitions to Remain on Campus
State of Eden Project Raises Questions about Pepperdine’s Sustainability
Sign marking the entrance to Eden House, located next to Seaside Residence Hall. Photos by Milan Loiacono When the Eden Project officially opened in Sept. 2015, Pepperdine saw a bright future for its new sustainability residence, according to Chris Doran, founder and coordinator of the Sustainability minor. In the past three years, however, the project has … [Read more...] about State of Eden Project Raises Questions about Pepperdine’s Sustainability