Art by Samantha MillerThe Pepperdine Year 2 Welcome was meant to be a fun social experience for both sophomores and transfer students, but the University overcharging for a New Student Orientation experience wasn’t worth it.With a price tag of $1,500, participants attending this six-day program beginning Aug. 20, experienced opportunities to develop friendships and become … [Read more...] about Opinion: Why Year 2 Welcome Wasn’t Worth It
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Malibu Hidden Gem: The Serra Retreat
Photo by Mary Cate Long The easygoing syllabus days of the semester are over, and as assignments and commitments pile up, life on campus can become hectic. For those finding themselves frantic with homework, clubs and commitments, the Serra Retreat may be the spot in Malibu to find some peace and quiet. The Serra Retreat is a Catholic retreat center located up in the … [Read more...] about Malibu Hidden Gem: The Serra Retreat
Posse’s Spring Retreat Sparks Conversation
Every spring semester, Pepperdine’s Posse staff and scholars help organize a retreat for themselves and guest students to unite in dialogue over important current events. This year, the theme for discussion was “Crime and Punishment,” focusing on the true definition of justice and crime in the throes of an often divided nation. For those who do not know, the … [Read more...] about Posse’s Spring Retreat Sparks Conversation