Art by Autumn Hardwick The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and Pepperdine students are once again suffering from the heat in residence halls that lack air conditioning. While colleges and universities historically have forgone AC, temperatures both in and outside residence halls are heating up as climate change causes summers to exude blistering heat for longer … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: It’s Getting (too) Hot in Here
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Vocalizing Their Story: Students Speak On Hispanic Heritage Month
Sophomore Nelly Figueroa-Herrera wearing a Huipil, a piece of traditional clothing from Arguacatán. She said wearing traditional clothing is one of the ways she celebrates her culture. Photo courtesy of Nelly Figueroa-Herrera For senior Lisette Isiordia, amplifying her family's story is a way to celebrate her heritage. Her story, as a first-generation student, is something … [Read more...] about Vocalizing Their Story: Students Speak On Hispanic Heritage Month
Becoming a Megaphone: Visiting Scholar for Liberal Arts Joins Community
Seaver Alumna Jessica Hooten Wilson ('04) poses for a headshot with a variety of books. Hooten Wilson has written extensively on the topic of the liberal arts. Photo courtesy of Jessica Hooten Wilson Seaver alumna Jessica Hooten Wilson ('04) has written various books about the Great Books and Liberal Arts — now, she has a chance to weigh in on how Pepperdine students approach … [Read more...] about Becoming a Megaphone: Visiting Scholar for Liberal Arts Joins Community
Young Professionals Network Works with Business-Minded Students in Malibu
Members of the organization gather at Le Cafe de la Plage on Sept. 2. Young Professionals networked and connected through their business ventures. Photos by Mary Elisabeth In March, Anita Hoffman, former COO of Vivid Candi and former honorary board director of the Malibu Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce, founded the Young Professionals Network — an organization assisting … [Read more...] about Young Professionals Network Works with Business-Minded Students in Malibu
The Art of Crafting the Perfect Playlist
Art by Vivian Hsia Music has the power to heal, inspire, motivate and unlock emotions within listeners, students said. In order to fully tap into these feelings, music lovers said they create playlists. Playlists are used to express emotion, captivate a moment or to find and share music — while also conveying one’s own relationship to music. “Making a playlist is a delicate … [Read more...] about The Art of Crafting the Perfect Playlist