Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify Pepperdine's recent drop in rank from No. 49 to No. 76 has prompted many to wonder about the reasoning behind the drop. Graphic Managing Editor Samantha Torre goes through some of the changes in the ranking metrics and what they mean for Pepperdine and the future of the ranking system. Listen to the episode to hear more about … [Read more...] about U.S. News & World Report Rankings Drop
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‘The Graph’: Plot Points September Edition
Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify | Via Stitcher After the release of the Sept. 15 print edition of the Graphic, host Joe Allgood and Managing Editor Samantha Torre sit down and talk through the entire Pepperdine Graphic, giving the rundown on Pepperdine's biggest stories. Grab a copy of the Graphic and listen along to the episode to hear … [Read more...] about ‘The Graph’: Plot Points September Edition
A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank
U.S. News & World Report released their rankings for the 2023-24 academic year Sept. 18th, placing Pepperdine at 76 out of 436 national universities. Pepperdine has dropped 21 spots from 2022-23, when Pepperdine was listed at No. 55, according to Pepperdine Newsroom. This year, U.S. News & World Report has significantly changed its methodology, both … [Read more...] about A Change in Methodology: Pepperdine Drops In Rank
Photo Gallery: Students Celebrate International Programs’ Return
Pepperdine International Programs alumni and prospective study abroad participants united for a night of fun and food at Alumni Park on Aug. 31, for The Return — Pepperdine's annual celebration of its abroad programs. International Programs provided students with free food trucks, games, merchandise for abroad alumni, scholarship opportunities and videos about each abroad … [Read more...] about Photo Gallery: Students Celebrate International Programs’ Return
Pepperdine Ambassadors Council Restarts Application Process
Lauren Cosentino, vice president for Advancement and chief development officer, speaks at the PAC information session in the Fireside Room on Aug. 29. Cosentino spoke about mentorship opportunities through PAC. Photos by Sharon Stevens Pepperdine Ambassadors Council is returning for the 2023-24 academic year, according to an Aug. 1 email from PAC to the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Ambassadors Council Restarts Application Process
