Nico Fife (top left) featured acting, a passion he discovered in his teenage years. As Special Edition Editor Nina Fife's eldest brother, Nico Fife wrote about his own experience finding revival through rediscovery.Dear readers,My name is Nico, I am the Special Edition Editor's oldest sibling, and I’m an actor, writer and artist here in Los Angeles. No, you probably … [Read more...] about The Parts We Find Again: Revival Through Rediscovery
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Growing Within Grief: The Revival Found in Loss
Photos by Gabriella Anzelc. To the world, he was known as Dr. Daniel Gerald Tynan. To his patients, he was known as Dan-the-Man. But to junior Sabrina Tynan, he was simply Dad. “He was one of my favorite people that I think I'll ever meet just because he was so controversial and not afraid to say something that is kind of horrifying, but everyone's thinking it,” Sabrina … [Read more...] about Growing Within Grief: The Revival Found in Loss
Revival of Passion: Returning Back to the Game
Senior Tabitha Vanderhorst (right) and Julian Baker, assistant director of Pepperdine Campus Recreation (second from right), pose with one of the Spring 2026 intramural basketball team. Vanderhorst has participated in intramural basketball since her freshman year. Photo courtesy of Tabitha VanderhorstThere is a silent grief that follows after realizing the sport someone loved … [Read more...] about Revival of Passion: Returning Back to the Game
Revival of Childhood: Crafting Evolves Through Every Stage of Life
A Pepperdine student paints a rock during a RISE Creative Cafe event on March 22. Through artistic expression, painting offers individuals an opportunity to unwind and explore their creativity. Photo by Olivia SchneiderCreativity is woven within the simplest childhood moments. From coloring outside the lines, dancing to the rhythm of a song or playing make-believe with … [Read more...] about Revival of Childhood: Crafting Evolves Through Every Stage of Life
Letter From the Editor
Photos by Katherine Lytle. I am a proud product of Southern California. I was born and raised in Long Beach, Calif., a place that I will always call home. My city is special for many reasons. The blending of cultures is evident on every corner. It houses the historic Queen Mary and Southern California’s largest aquarium with the Aquarium of the Pacific. One of my favorite … [Read more...] about Letter From the Editor