Pepperdine's housing opens its doors after a year-and-a-half of shut down. Students said they were excited to live in a dorm and call it home. Photo by Nicole Wong Starting college, moving into dorm rooms and saying goodbye to loved ones is a rite of passage for many young adults. After a year-and-a-half of Pepperdine’s campus-wide shutdown, this year’s move-in day holds … [Read more...] about New Students Find a Home On Campus
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Class of 2022 Reunites to Rock the Brock
The Class of 2022 dances the night away Sept. 1 at Rock the Brock, sponsored by Seaver Alumni Relations and hosted by President Jim Gash and first lady Joline Gash. The senior class has not been together on campus since their first year at Pepperdine in 2019. Photos by Ryan Brinkman In a range of interpretations of “business casual” attire — from shorts and a t-shirt to … [Read more...] about Class of 2022 Reunites to Rock the Brock
Holding on To Hope in an Age of Distrust
Infographic by Makena Huey Being a journalist at the height of distrust of the media is challenging, especially for those who are early in their careers. But journalists and those who study journalism are working through the problem to find solutions — most of which revolve around relationships and education. Although distrust is most prevalent among younger generations — … [Read more...] about Holding on To Hope in an Age of Distrust
Petty Perspective: Elementary School Means Bagged Milk
Art By Leah Bae There was a time when milk in cafeterias came in cartons and even glass bottles, but what really made elementary lunchtime enjoyable was the flavored milk that came in bags — sacs of liquid with no distinct shape. But, as we move further into the modern age, kids around the country are forgetting what it means to be a part of the "Mini-Sip" pouch … [Read more...] about Petty Perspective: Elementary School Means Bagged Milk
Year 2 Welcome Invites New Waves Home
A group of orientation leaders stop outside of the Payson Library while giving the sophomores and their guardians a campus tour Aug. 20. The campus tour helped familiarize students with their new home. Photo by Ali Levens Editor's Note: The reporter was a participant in the Year 2 Welcome. Pepperdine welcomed sophomores home after a year of remote learning. The class … [Read more...] about Year 2 Welcome Invites New Waves Home