Art by Vivian Hsia Words are important. Words shared over meals are what maintain friendships, words uttered under an altar are what bind marriages and words written on paper formed the foundation of the United States. Yet, people are often quick to use negative words in casual ways that end up having lasting effects. Scientist Maria Richter conducted a study on … [Read more...] about Opinion: Watch your Words
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Men’s Basketball Fails to Turn the Tide Against Portland Pilots, lose 82-63
Freshman forward Maxwell Lewis leaps over Portland's block at the Jan. 15, Men's Basketball game. Pepperdine fell to the visiting Portland Pilots 82-63. Photo by Brandon Rubsamen The Men's Basketball Team hoped to turn the tide and score a win against the Portland Pilots but were unable to gain headway and lost 82-63. In Pepperdine's last game against St. Mary's Jan. 13, the … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Fails to Turn the Tide Against Portland Pilots, lose 82-63
Student Health Center Distributes Vaccines
The Student Health Center promotes COVID-19 safety through a sign located near the Health Center reminding community members to mask up. The Student Health Center is now offering COVID-19 vaccines, COVID-19 booster shots and flu shots. Photo by Abby WiltBooster shots, initial COVID-19 vaccines and now flu shots. The Student Health Center distributes vaccines for students, most … [Read more...] about Student Health Center Distributes Vaccines
Pepperdine Faculty Reminisce On Childhood Memories
Thomas Vandergon stands in front of his childhood home at 4 years old. This is the same house where Vandergon often found garter snakes to bring home to his mom. Photo courtesy of Thomas Vandergon More often than not, students recognize faculty as their job title rather than who they are in their personal lives. Taking a step away from the seriousness of their roles as … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Faculty Reminisce On Childhood Memories
Opinion: Busy Bees — Pepperdine Students Must Find Balance
Art by Samantha Miller“I’d love to meet today, but I’m just too busy.” “I’m so overwhelmed.” If one spends anytime walking around Pepperdine’s campus, it is likely they’ll hear these as shared complaints among students.For fall 2021, 33% of Pepperdine students are enrolled in 17 or more units, according to Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Opinion: Busy Bees — Pepperdine Students Must Find Balance