Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. Spoilers for “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” are mentioned in this article.On Feb. 2, Amazon Prime Video released the eight episode series, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith." The series reimagines … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Unfolds Spy Love Story
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Serving or Saving: What Factors Drive Service to Others
Senior Pia Anderson works with children in Puerto Vallarta as a part of her nonprofit organization, Para Ti Global. Anderson founded this organization with her brother, Luke, to aid communities in Mexico and the Philippines. Photo courtesy of Para Ti Global “Esto es para ti.” This is for you. These are the words from a young Mexican boy in 2014 that have stuck with Pia … [Read more...] about Serving or Saving: What Factors Drive Service to Others
Law School Documentary Explores Uganda’s Justice System
Photos Courtesy of Jim GashSchool of Law professor and Director of the Pepperdine Global Justice Program Jim Gash has been touring the country to present his new documentary about the prisoners in Uganda who Pepperdine law students have helped. The documentary "Remand" explains that as part of Pepperdine's Global Justice Program, law students have been visiting Ugandan … [Read more...] about Law School Documentary Explores Uganda’s Justice System
Kibo Group: Partnering With Communities For Sustainable Development – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Photos Courtesy of Kibo Group The Kibo Peak on Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of three summits sought after by climbers from around the world. It is not the highest point, but it is the most inclined to experience change impending possible volcanic eruption. Embodying this potential for change through its shared namesake is Kibo Group — a nonprofit organization dedicated to … [Read more...] about Kibo Group: Partnering With Communities For Sustainable Development – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Purpose, Service and Leadership: Mission Trips Serve Fast Soul Food
Art by Peau Porotesano In light of students’ recent return from Project Serve, mission trips have been a topic of popular discussion lately. As a Christian university, part of Pepperdine’s mission is to prepare students for a life of purpose, service and leadership. While most of us agree that service is important, many are confused as to what form it should take in our … [Read more...] about Purpose, Service and Leadership: Mission Trips Serve Fast Soul Food