Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive senior Tay Thomas became the fourth fastest woman in history to complete the True Width Swim of Lake Tahoe on July 30. The marathon was a total of 12.3 miles, and Thomas finished with an unofficial time of 5:03.52, which is the fastest recorded time of 2023, according to Pepperdine Athletics. “It felt like I … [Read more...] about Tay Thomas: Making Waves in History
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Opinion: I Miss Fall
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. For me, autumn has become nostalgic. Fall foliage, pumpkin spice, cool crisp air — the list goes on. My favorite season has always been fall. When I moved to Southern California to attend Pepperdine, something felt off. … [Read more...] about Opinion: I Miss Fall
Planning Commission Votes to Cancel Malibu Triathlon
The Malibu Triathlon has been an annual event in Malibu for 37 years, according to their website. This year, its future is unclear due to a possible reroute and a missed deadline. Typically, the bike leg of the triathlon starts and ends at the Zuma Beach underpass, connecting Pacific Coast Highway with Busch Drive. Due to debris from flooding this … [Read more...] about Planning Commission Votes to Cancel Malibu Triathlon
Opinion: Dance Beyond Pink
Art by Sarah Rietz Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Ballet is often seen as a universal language of expression, transcending borders and cultures. It is a form of art that reflects the diversity of the human experience. So, why then have we clung so … [Read more...] about Opinion: Dance Beyond Pink
A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank
U.S. News & World Report released their rankings for the 2023-24 academic year Sept. 18th, placing Pepperdine at 76 out of 436 national universities. Pepperdine has dropped 21 spots from 2022-23, when Pepperdine was listed at No. 55, according to Pepperdine Newsroom. This year, U.S. News & World Report has significantly changed its methodology, both … [Read more...] about A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank