Sara Barton has been chosen as the new university chaplain. After months of searching and interviews, the announcement was made yesterday. “Spiritual life is central to the mission of Pepperdine, and I eagerly anticipate focusing my energy on the spiritual development of the campus community,” Barton said. In a press release, Dean of Student Affairs Mark Davis said the hire … [Read more...] about Barton to fill chaplain seat
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More summer professors wanted
Summer housing cost reduction to $100 caused a student surplus and a professor shortage Every summer, the residents of Malibu witness a mass exodus of students and a large influx of tourists. This summer, however, may be different. A greater number of students are expected to stay in the seaside community to take one or more of Pepperdine’s summer sessions. But this also … [Read more...] about More summer professors wanted
Fish found floating
Photo by Sarah Malone A new home— The recently discovered koi fish wil have to be relocated from the east pond. Koi fish are normally kept for decorative purposes and can grow up to almost 40 inches. No one in Pepperdine administration has reported knowledge of where the koi came from. There has been speculation that an anonymous contributor gifted a small school … [Read more...] about Fish found floating
‘Freely Give:’ Campaign for Pepperdine
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine University In May 2011, 900 alumni, friends, business and community leaders, faculty and staff gathered together with one common vision: changing lives. This event, the 35th annual Pepperdine Associates Dinner, was the public launch of the Campaign for Pepperdine. Fast forward two years later, and the campaign has raised approximately $403 … [Read more...] about ‘Freely Give:’ Campaign for Pepperdine
G News 10.03.13
A new bill will make it more difficult for paparazzi to photograph the children of celebrities and public officials to make a profit. Whitney Ashton recently spoke with celebrity mom Kyle Richards to hear her thoughts on the new law. Danielle DiMeglio talks Pepperdine's Campus Life Project, koi fish in Pepperdine's reservoir and the university's event that honored alumnus … [Read more...] about G News 10.03.13