Disney music flooded Smothers Theatre on Oct. 12 with classics such as “You've Got a Friend In Me,” “When You Wish Upon a Star” and more, all with a jazz twist. Smothers was packed with students, families, children and those who traveled to campus just to see the show. Students said they are excited to see Disney representation at Pepperdine with this recently-formed band of … [Read more...] about ‘When You Wish Upon a Star’: Jazz Tribute Brings Disney Magic to Pepp
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Singing for a Bigger Purpose: Lindsay Hall Uses Her Passion to Connect With God
Lindsay Hall, junior International Studies major, said she gains something more out of her Pepperdine experience than just the academics. Hall, a third-year from Staten Island, New York, has expressed herself musically during her past three years at Pepperdine primarily through leading worship. Hall's history in singing goes back a lot further than her time in Malibu. She has … [Read more...] about Singing for a Bigger Purpose: Lindsay Hall Uses Her Passion to Connect With God
Malibu’s Musical Gem: Griffee Mapps Evolves as a DJ
Amid the stunning backdrop of Pepperdine’s picturesque campus, one student is making waves of a different kind. Meet junior Griffee Mapps, the young and talented DJ who is turning heads and igniting dance floors with his electrifying beats. Balancing textbooks and turntables, Mapps' passion for music takes center stage. Playing at venues around the Malibu area, Mapps … [Read more...] about Malibu’s Musical Gem: Griffee Mapps Evolves as a DJ
Worship Summit: Where Two or More Are Gathered, God is There
Heads bowed down. Hands lifted high. Voices rejoiced in praise. The Pepperdine community gathered in Firestone Fieldhouse on Sept. 16 for the University’s annual worship summit. Renowned artists United Voice Worship and Phil Wickham led students, family, faculty and alumni in worship. Jonathan Evans, former NFL player turned pastor, gave the main … [Read more...] about Worship Summit: Where Two or More Are Gathered, God is There
Opinion: Respect Needs to be Prioritized in Fandom Culture
Transparency item:The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Entertainment media adds spice to life, with the constant releases of new movies, television shows, books, music, video games and more. The world feels less lonely when relating to the lyrics of a song or stirs feelings of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Respect Needs to be Prioritized in Fandom Culture