After International Programs' decision to pause the 2023 faculty-led Jordan summer program, Life and Arts Editor Tanya Yarian discusses her reporting on the story. The 2022 program the year prior experienced an outbreak of COVID-19, which factored into the decision to pause the program for this year. “We had a really difficult time this year and we needed to slow down and make … [Read more...] about The Graph: Jordan Program on Pause
Serena Woon
Jordan Summer Program Takes a Pause for Summer 2023
Students in the Jordan summer 2022 program ride on camels in Wadi Rum, a desert and historical site. The program included several excursions to expose students to the culture and history of Jordan. Photos courtesy of Serena WoonWith the start of the spring semester, some students have departed for their study abroad location or plan to depart this summer — but with one … [Read more...] about Jordan Summer Program Takes a Pause for Summer 2023
Fresh Faces: Public Relations Major Finds Community in Ministry, Music
First-year Serena Woon smiles next to spring flowers in April in Culver City, Calif. She said part of the reason she applied to Pepperdine was the beautiful campus, as she wanted to make sure she was enjoying the nature around her in college.Photos Courtesy of Serena WoonFirst-year Serena Woon, a Public Relations major from Oakland, Calif., is passionate about music and her … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Public Relations Major Finds Community in Ministry, Music