Justin Chai wears the T-shirt he created with the hashtag #LoveLikeJeff to spark conversation about his father's legacy of love and testify to God's faithfulness. Photos courtesy of Justin Chai Many students recognize senior Justin Chai by the bright red hashtag #LoveLikeJeff printed on the front of a T-shirt he often wears. The hashtag can be spotted from the crowd as he … [Read more...] about A Legacy of Love: Justin Chai Honors His Father’s Life Through #LoveLikeJeff
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Dear Pepperdine, Do More to Show That Black Lives Matter
Art by Madeline Duvall Racial injustice is at the forefront of many people's minds this week in light of yet another Black life lost at the hands of police brutality. On May 25, a white police officer brutally murdered George Floyd as other officers watched and civilians recorded. This event inspired days of protests in the Los Angeles area and around the world. Some … [Read more...] about Dear Pepperdine, Do More to Show That Black Lives Matter
Pepp Student and Professor Raise Funds for Books to Continue in Schools the Conversation About Police Brutality
Graphic courtesy of Kara Tyler A Pepperdine professor-student duo raised more than $3,000 over the weekend to purchase copies of "All American Boys," a Young Adult novel by Brendan Kiely and Jason Reynolds, to help begin conversations in schools about police brutality. The death of George Floyd reignited a national conversation about racial inequality, police violence and … [Read more...] about Pepp Student and Professor Raise Funds for Books to Continue in Schools the Conversation About Police Brutality
Pepperdine Students Use Thrifting to Fight Fast Fashion
Harper Tramm, freshman, stands in front of her closet wearing her favorite thrifted windbreaker. Photo by Marley Penagos. Colored denim, platform shoes and animal print. Fashion trends change by the week. In an instant, something that was cool and hip could be considered out of style. In a city full of stars and wealth, how do Pepperdine students decide between … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Use Thrifting to Fight Fast Fashion
Sea Level Rise and Its Impact on Coastal Cities Like Malibu
Beachfront homes on Malibu Beach during high tide. High tide causes the water to come so close to beachfront homes where sometimes the shore disappears during high tide. Photo by Jenna Gaertner and Brianna Willis Sea Level Rise in Malibu The City of Malibu is known for its beautiful beaches and multi-million dollar homes, but sea level rise is slowly claiming parts of the … [Read more...] about Sea Level Rise and Its Impact on Coastal Cities Like Malibu