The Seaver Faculty Association recently discussed what the growth of Seaver College means to Pepperdine students and faculty. Just as the Student Government Association represents and raises awareness for the student body, the SFA acts on behalf of the faculty at Seaver College. At the SFA’s most recent meeting Jan. 29, they addressed “two initiatives from the … [Read more...] about SFA asks how Seaver can be better
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Dean of Seaver chosen as new provost
Photo by Kailyn NeilPresident Andrew K. Benton announced that Dean of Seaver College Rick Marrs would serve as the university’s new provost starting Aug. 1, according to an email Benton sent to students and faculty Wednesday morning, announcing the decision. “As a longtime member of our Pepperdine community, Dean Marrs brings remarkable skill, strong values, … [Read more...] about Dean of Seaver chosen as new provost
LA County supervisor to speak at graduation
Photo Courtesy of zev.lacounty.gov As graduation draws near, many college seniors have begun dealing with the reality of entering the working world. But first, there’s commencement — the opportunity to celebrate success and receive some last-minute advice from a graduation speaker. Zev Yaroslavsky, who is the Los Angeles County Supervisor and a longtime supporter of … [Read more...] about LA County supervisor to speak at graduation
Library renovations planned for next year
Renovations of Payson Library are expected to begin fall 2014, bringing in new furniture, study spaces and more technology, according to Dean of Libraries Mark Roosa. “There’s a lot going on right now concerning the library,” Roosa said. “When I arrived here about nine years ago, there was a good deal of interest in renovating the facility. So we began a … [Read more...] about Library renovations planned for next year
Diversity milestone achieved
Art by Xander Hayes Seaver population is now 50 percent ethnic Diversity. It’s a common word with heavy implications. In recent years diversity has been a prominent area of interest for the administration, especially considering Pepperdine has been a predominantly white institution since its founding in 1937, according to Director of Admission Laura Kalinkewicz. In his … [Read more...] about Diversity milestone achieved
