An American flag cradles a Bible, symbolizing the relationship between national identity and religion. Photo by Megan Williams Some 401 years ago, a group of Puritans landed in America seeking religious freedom. And 234 years ago, the Founding Fathers created a system of government that protected religious expression. Still today, religious symbols abound, from presidents … [Read more...] about Faith and National Identity
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Diana Martinez Emphasizes Global Interconnectedness
Photo by Megan Williams The question “Where are you from?” seems fairly straightforward for most people. It’s usually answered with the name of a city, a state or a country, with little thought or worry for how to reply. For Communication Professor Diana Martinez, however, answering that question is not so easy. She immigrated to the United States from Ecuador as a child, and … [Read more...] about Diana Martinez Emphasizes Global Interconnectedness
Cheer Squad Brings School Spirit to Pepp
The 2021-2022 Pepperdine Cheer Squad gathers before cheering at their first game Nov. 5. Katie Garrison restarted the Cheer Squad as a junior with the intention of bringing more school spirit to campus. Photos by Brandon RubsamenEvery home Men's and Women's Basketball game, there are two sports occurring — one on the court and the other on the sideline.Pepperdine's Cheer … [Read more...] about Cheer Squad Brings School Spirit to Pepp
Students Look to Office for Community Belonging for Actions Toward Inclusivity
Graphic by Ali Levens After calls for more diversity and inclusion initiatives at Pepperdine and the hiring of a chief diversity officer last March, students are hopeful the new Office for Community Belonging will fulfill its goals. The OCB, which opened June 1 and is located in the Thornton Administrative Center, intends to create a safe place for students to come together … [Read more...] about Students Look to Office for Community Belonging for Actions Toward Inclusivity
Good News: Taking Time To Be Thankful
I know it’s a little cheesy to write a list of things I’m thankful for, especially right before Thanksgiving, but even with the craziness of this semester, I truly am so thankful we are all together and in Malibu. Maybe you don’t think the Caf food is the greatest, and maybe your legs hurt while walking to the CCB, but we all complained for a year and a half … [Read more...] about Good News: Taking Time To Be Thankful