A dynamic mix of challenges and memorable experiences marked this academic year. From unexpected wildfires to the ever-evolving landscape of virtual learning, the year proved to be as unpredictable as it was rewarding.The first semester, in particular, served as a crucial period of adjustment for incoming first-years. As they navigated the transition into college life, … [Read more...] about Roadblocks, Wildfires and New Discoveries: The Class of 2028’s Welcome to Pepperdine
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Thank you, Waves: Athletes Reflect On What It Meant To Be A Wave
Four years. Exactly 1,460 days. It seems like a long time, yet it passed in the blink of an eye, and for those in the Class of 2025 who donned the "Waves" across their chest, their time is shortly coming to an end. From the highest of highs to the lowest of lows, these athletes gave Pepperdine everything they had, showcasing what it means to be a Wave. As the Class of 2025 … [Read more...] about Thank you, Waves: Athletes Reflect On What It Meant To Be A Wave
SGA Individual Roles Create Power Balance
Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) aims to be a unified voice for the student body, discussing issues students are facing in an effort to solve them and bring them to administrative attention, according to the SGA website. Without each individual member within the governing body, this would be impossible, Student Body President Myers Mentzer said.SGA is … [Read more...] about SGA Individual Roles Create Power Balance
Pepperdine Students Reflect on Fire Response
Editor’s note: This part of a reporting series, "From the Flames," that explores the aftermath of the recent L.A. County fires. In December of 2024, the Franklin Fire ignited in Malibu, burning 4,000 acres and dozens of structures. Students and faculty sheltered in place on campus while flames burned the nearby hillsides. Then, less than a month later, the Palisades Fire … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Reflect on Fire Response
Pepperdine vs. Netflix: “Running Point”
The classic blue and orange, the timeless "Waves" name and the iconic number 37. These were once solely associated with Pepperdine University. Now, Pepperdine's name, image and likeness are alleged to be used without the university's permission in a new Netflix and Warner Brothers Entertainment show, "Running Point." The university is suing both Netflix and Warner Bros. … [Read more...] about Pepperdine vs. Netflix: “Running Point”