Malibu is an “earthquake hotbed” following the 3.9 magnitude earthquake that hit March 12, according to The Los Angeles Times. Since 2024, Southern California has experienced 15 earthquakes with a magnitude of over 4.0. This is the highest total seen in the last 65 years, according to a study released on CBS News, conducted by seismologist, Lucy Jones, who works for The … [Read more...] about Earthquakes Shake Malibu in Recent Series of Tremors
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Pepperdine Community Reflects on the Lingering Impact of the COVID-19 Shutdown on Mental Health
Five years ago, the world changed forever.As the fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 shutdown rounds the corner, Pepperdine professors and students are reflecting on the shutdown’s lingering impact on the lives of college students. First-year Sophie Rodgers said she was 14 at the height of the shutdown and those abnormal years of development had lasting effects. “We … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Community Reflects on the Lingering Impact of the COVID-19 Shutdown on Mental Health
SGA Individual Roles Create Power Balance
Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) aims to be a unified voice for the student body, discussing issues students are facing in an effort to solve them and bring them to administrative attention, according to the SGA website. Without each individual member within the governing body, this would be impossible, Student Body President Myers Mentzer said.SGA is … [Read more...] about SGA Individual Roles Create Power Balance
Pepperdine Students Reflect on Fire Response
When the Franklin and Palisades wildfires swept through Malibu, Pepperdine University was caught in the crossfire, and students found themselves sheltering in place as flames closed in. Now, months later, some students are grappling with the question: Do they feel safer, or has the experience heightened their concerns? While some said they found reassurance in the … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Reflect on Fire Response
Pepperdine vs. Netflix: “Running Point”
The classic blue and orange, the timeless "Waves" name and the iconic number 37. These were once solely associated with Pepperdine University. Now, Pepperdine's name, image and likeness are alleged to be used without the university's permission in a new Netflix and Warner Brothers Entertainment show, "Running Point." The university is suing both Netflix and Warner Bros. … [Read more...] about Pepperdine vs. Netflix: “Running Point”
