Welcome to week five. I think to myself, “Where did the past four weeks go?” It appears I was swept up into a whirlwind of multiple 8 a.m., classes, late-night homework assignments and a variety of student activities. Monday morning comes like a subway train bright and early. The startling chime of my alarm clock mimics the all too familiar bing-bong sound of the New York … [Read more...] about Good News: Cultivate A Heart of Thankfulness
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A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank
U.S. News & World Report released their rankings for the 2023-24 academic year Sept. 18th, placing Pepperdine at 76 out of 436 national universities. Pepperdine has dropped 21 spots from 2022-23, when Pepperdine was listed at No. 55, according to Pepperdine Newsroom. This year, U.S. News & World Report has significantly changed its methodology, both … [Read more...] about A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank
The Malibu Chili Cook-Off Hits Home Again
The Malibu Chili Cook-Off began Sept. 1, and ran through the holiday weekend until Sept. 4, where it concluded with Family Day, which focused on children and their families with cheaper tickets, according to the ticket website. The event originated first in 1982 and is now a beloved tradition for those who live in and around it, said various people of the Malibu … [Read more...] about The Malibu Chili Cook-Off Hits Home Again
“One Nation Under God”: Pepperdine Honors the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 with Annual Remembrance Ceremony
On the cloudy morning of Sept. 11, 2023, Pepperdine faculty and students honored guests joined together to commemorate those who lost their lives on 9/11 in front of Pepperdine’s annual Waves of Flags display. This year Pepperdine held the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony with remarks from President Jim Gash, Director of Student Veteran Affairs Eric Leshinsky and … [Read more...] about “One Nation Under God”: Pepperdine Honors the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 with Annual Remembrance Ceremony
Class of ’24 Takes On The Brock
There was a definite sense of nostalgia that filled the air on the evening of Aug. 30. The shuttle escorted the Class of '24 to the home of President Jim Gash and First Lady Joline Gash — the Brock House. Avesta Carrara, office manager of the Seaver Alumni Relations office, said over 350 students registered to participate in Rock the Brock this year. “You Should Be … [Read more...] about Class of ’24 Takes On The Brock