First-year Victoria Garcia and WAVES WORSHIP smile at their October songwriting retreat in Big Bear. As one of the youngest members of the group, Garcia said she’s grateful for the mentors she can look up to. Photo courtesy of Victoria GarciaCollege can be an unfamiliar and intimidating experience, especially when it requires moving away from family and friends. For many … [Read more...] about First-Years Reflect on a Year of Friendship, Growth and New Beginnings
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Good News: Finding Home in CCB 143
Various Graphic staff members from the past four years pose for a photo after a production night in the Graphic newsroom. The newsroom often felt like home for Managing Editor Tony Gleason. Photos courtesy of Tony Gleason In my home, I have a room to work in, a place to sleep and an area to hang out and relax. No, I'm not talking about my house in Danvers, Mass., nor am I … [Read more...] about Good News: Finding Home in CCB 143
No. 6 Men’s Volleyball Upsets No. 1 UCLA in a Five Set Thriller
Senior libero Jacob Reilly receives the UCLA Bruins' serve April 2 at Firestone Fieldhouse. Reilly had nine digs in the match, marking 131 total digs on the season. Photos by Katherine LytleIn the most attended Waves game in eight years, according to Pepperdine Athletics, Pepperdine Men’s Volleyball defeated the No. 1 UCLA Bruins on April 2 at Firestone Fieldhouse 3-2 in … [Read more...] about No. 6 Men’s Volleyball Upsets No. 1 UCLA in a Five Set Thriller
London Program Reroutes From Turkey to Scotland After Iran War
Seniors Ali Pereza (left), Sarah Breck (middle) and Emilee Staley visit Turkey on March 13, 2024. For years, part of the London abroad program's experience has been an educational field trip (EFT) to Turkey. Photo courtesy of Ali Pereza Students studying abroad in Pepperdine's London program were scheduled to experience an educational field trip (EFT) in Turkey. But one day … [Read more...] about London Program Reroutes From Turkey to Scotland After Iran War
Local Volunteers Promote Sustainability and Disability Inclusion Through Shemesh Farms
Pairs of adults with disabilities and their personal coaches separate wood chips and dirt at Shemesh Farms on March 26. Composting is one of several tasks that were included during the morning’s programming. Photos by Henry AdamsInformed by Jewish values of compassion, sustainability, inclusivity and a moral obligation to help those in need, Shemesh Farms strives to make … [Read more...] about Local Volunteers Promote Sustainability and Disability Inclusion Through Shemesh Farms