Jesse Aston at his Officer Candidate School Graduation in the summer. Alongside him is his wife, Jordan Lee, and his youngest son, Psalms. Photo courtesy of Jesse Aston Jesse Aston is many things: A former runner for Pepperdine Track, an elementary school teacher, a student at Caruso School of Law and a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. A husband and the father of … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Alum Jesse Aston Pursues Radical Responsibility
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Pepperdine Men’s Basketball Losing Streak Continues with an 87-76 Loss to USD
Pepperdine Men's Basketball plays defense in a game against the University of San Diego on Jan. 24. Pepperdine lost this game 87-76. Photos by Brandon RubsamenPepperdine Men’s Basketball lost to the University of San Diego on Jan. 24, at Firestone Field house with a score of 87-76. This is their ninth straight loss and puts them at 7-15 on the season.The Waves got out to … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Men’s Basketball Losing Streak Continues with an 87-76 Loss to USD
Opinion: Filling Out Course Evaluations is Still Worthwhile Even Without Extra Credit
Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Student evaluations of courses are a worthwhile use of time. They have clear benefits for personal reflection, professors' teaching development, future student satisfaction and the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Opinion: Filling Out Course Evaluations is Still Worthwhile Even Without Extra Credit
Good News: Pepperdine Pianos Offer Music for the Soul
I didn’t understand how much I relied on music until I moved away from home and couldn’t play my parents’ keyboard anymore.When I arrived in Malibu for the first time in August 2021, I realized I cope with stress by making music. I made it maybe two weeks without playing any instruments before I noticed an unfamiliar, restricting anxiety in my chest and … [Read more...] about Good News: Pepperdine Pianos Offer Music for the Soul
Opinion: Dress for Success
Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Dressing nicely for an interview is a widely accepted piece of advice. However, in day-to-day life, the importance of dress is less emphasized, especially for college students. Dress — for example, the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Dress for Success