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Pepperdine Swim and Dive Named CSCAA Scholar All-America Team for 19th Consecutive Semester

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For the 19 consecutive semesters, the Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team has once again proven that excellence extends beyond the pool.The swim and dive team has been recognized by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) as a Scholar All-America Team, an honor awarded to programs that achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. With an … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Swim and Dive Named CSCAA Scholar All-America Team for 19th Consecutive Semester

The Struggles of Recovery

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Sports injuries can feel like looking up a narrow and winding staircase. Pepperdine athletes who have walked through the struggle of recovery said they are asking themselves a similar question and advocating for the mental aspects of injury that accompany the physical. Hannah Bruner, sophomore cross country and track athlete said her initial hurdle surrounding her injury was … [Read more...] about The Struggles of Recovery

Competing Amid Tragedy: Pepperdine Athletes Navigate the Palisades Fire

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After sheltering in place with a large part of the Pepperdine community as they were surrounded by flames and no power for the Franklin Fire, many Pepperdine athletes found themselves in a similar situation during the Palisades Fire. While most Pepperdine students were still home for winter break during the Palisades Fire, many of Pepperdine’s athletes — including those on … [Read more...] about Competing Amid Tragedy: Pepperdine Athletes Navigate the Palisades Fire

Women’s History Month Creates Space for Reflection, Support, Celebration

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Editor’s Note: The Graphic chose to refer to Deslyn Williams by her first name only after her first reference. While the Graphic typically uses last names only after first reference, the Graphic chose to use Deslyn's first name to remain consistent with how Deslyn was referred to in ongoing coverage of the October 2023 crash. Every month of every year, women prove to be … [Read more...] about Women’s History Month Creates Space for Reflection, Support, Celebration