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Homeboy Industries Founder Rev. Gregory Boyle to Speak at 2018 Seaver College Commencement

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Photo courtesy of Creative CommonsThe Rev. Gregory J. Boyle, founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles is set to speak at Seaver College commencement Saturday, April 28.Homeboy Industries works to change the lives of troubled young men and women affiliated with gangs, according to the company's mission. Michael Feltner, dean of Seaver College, said … [Read more...] about Homeboy Industries Founder Rev. Gregory Boyle to Speak at 2018 Seaver College Commencement

Appreciate History Classes

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Art by Madeline DuvallMany students take HIST 204, Humanities and World Civilizations only because Pepperdine requires these classes to graduate. However, there are great benefits to studying history, and students should take full advantage of them. By learning about history, students examine what truly makes people human and can understand others who are not like them while … [Read more...] about Appreciate History Classes

Pepp Students Discuss On-Campus Inclusivity During ‘Divided We Stand’ Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion

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Photos by Sherry YangStudents came together for "Divided We Stand: The Story of Identity and Community at Pepperdine," a dialogue exploring how to encourage respect between people of differing beliefs, on the evening of March 28. The convocation event included a screening of the documentary "Divided We Stand" by senior Tara Jenkins. The film features 21 students from different … [Read more...] about Pepp Students Discuss On-Campus Inclusivity During ‘Divided We Stand’ Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion

Pepperdine Sports Administration Students Volunteer at 2018 NCAA West Regional

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Photos by Arthur PuuPepperdine University hosted the 2018 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship West Regional at Staples Center from March 22 to 24. For some of Pepperdine's sport administration majors, the event was an opportunity to volunteer and get hands-on experience in different departments of the sports industry.Pepperdine is in a partnership with AEG, Staples … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Sports Administration Students Volunteer at 2018 NCAA West Regional

Help Raise Service Dogs

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Art by Madeline DuvallWhen people think of volunteer work, they might imagine helping clean trash from the sides of highways or working in soup kitchens. But another fun, exciting way to help the community is to bring in a puppy and help train it to be a service dog for people with disabilities. Even though Pepperdine has not forged a connection with a service dog group, … [Read more...] about Help Raise Service Dogs