Former Congress members discussed on Jan. 23, the recent Student Loan Forgiveness plan passed and who they believe should back the student loans.Pete Peterson, dean of the School of Public Policy, introduced the discussion at the W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series with Mimi Walters, R-CA, and Alan Lowenthal, D-CA. This particular lecture was a partnership between … [Read more...] about Former Members of Congress Discuss Student Loan Forgiveness
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Foreign Correspondent Speaks on Search for Solutions to War
Peace cannot come without a solution, Terry McCarthy said. Former foreign war correspondent and four-time Emmy award winner Terry McCarthy spoke to Pepperdine students Jan. 19, about lessons he learned while reporting on international conflicts. There is a real necessity for education to understand conflicts presently and historically, McCarthy said.“If we don’t … [Read more...] about Foreign Correspondent Speaks on Search for Solutions to War
Row, Row, Out of Rho
Rho officially closed and the construction of The Mountain at Mullin Park. The Office of Public Relations began emailing students in December warning that their cars would be towed if not moved by noon Jan. 16. The closure of Rho removed 386 parking spots, but the University added 155 temporary spaces, according to a Dec. 15 email from the Office of Public Relations. Students … [Read more...] about Row, Row, Out of Rho
International Programs Points Transfer Students Toward Summer Programs
Since eighth grade, junior Taylor Ritchey dreamed of attending Pepperdine. Now that she’s here after transferring from a community college in Levelland, Texas, she said she wants to soak in the entirety of what Pepperdine offers. However, Ritchey is finding that her study-abroad dreams may be difficult because of the amount of credits she already possesses. “Having as … [Read more...] about International Programs Points Transfer Students Toward Summer Programs
Students Prevented A Flu Spook This Spooky Season
Flu shots are a popular commodity among Pepperdine students this time of year. Especially when Halloween-themed Charlie Brown crewnecks are on the line, senior Olivia Noell Baker said.Nothing could stand in the way of students' excitement over free ramen, massages and spooky Charlie Brown crewnecks. Not even the line that snaked from the entrance of the Student Health Center … [Read more...] about Students Prevented A Flu Spook This Spooky Season
