A Pepperdine student paints a rock during a RISE Creative Cafe event on March 22. Through artistic expression, painting offers individuals an opportunity to unwind and explore their creativity. Photo by Olivia SchneiderCreativity is woven within the simplest childhood moments. From coloring outside the lines, dancing to the rhythm of a song or playing make-believe with … [Read more...] about Revival of Childhood: Crafting Evolves Through Every Stage of Life
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Student Center Opens at The Mountain
The front entrance of the Student Center at The Mountain At Mullin Park on Aug. 19, is awaiting students. With its grand opening a day later, staff and facilities workers were putting the final touches on the 43,000-square-foot building. Photos by Griffin PilcherPepperdine University is embarking on a new chapter with the opening of the new Student Center on Aug. 20. Over the … [Read more...] about Student Center Opens at The Mountain
Opinion: Jim Gash’s Presidency Should Not Have Been Extended
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. On Aug. 4, Pepperdine University announced the Board of Regents unanimously voted to extend President Jim Gash’s term by five years. Gash has been the president of Pepperdine for six years, and while some of the changes he … [Read more...] about Opinion: Jim Gash’s Presidency Should Not Have Been Extended
Students Learn and Build Community Through Neurodiversity Student Association
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term which includes differences in brain functioning such as autism, dyslexia and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). According to a 2024 YouGov poll, 19% of Americans identify as neurodiverse.At Pepperdine, students who are part of the Neurodiversity Student Association (NSA) come together to foster friendship and educate others on … [Read more...] about Students Learn and Build Community Through Neurodiversity Student Association
How Students Turn Bad Days Around
For Olivia Bates, senior year has presented a plethora of hardship and change.On one particularly bad day, Bates turned down a job offer for an executive development program at Macy's in Washington, D.C., because she believed she had a different vision and vocational calling in her life. But letting the opportunity go was challenging, as it left her post-grad future … [Read more...] about How Students Turn Bad Days Around