I drove off early in the morning knowing he was standing at the gate, not understanding what was happening. “I’ll be back soon," I said while I gave him one last hug. "I promise." It’s always a heartbreaking experience to leave my dog while moving back to campus. However, the abundance of emotional support and service dogs at Pepperdine make up for the cuddles, nibbles and … [Read more...] about Good News: Furry Friends and Smiling Faces
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Help Raise Service Dogs
Art by Madeline DuvallWhen people think of volunteer work, they might imagine helping clean trash from the sides of highways or working in soup kitchens. But another fun, exciting way to help the community is to bring in a puppy and help train it to be a service dog for people with disabilities. Even though Pepperdine has not forged a connection with a service dog group, … [Read more...] about Help Raise Service Dogs
A Tale Of Chronic Illness And Friendship – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Photos by Lauren Chu As I regained consciousness on my bathroom floor one evening, after getting out of bed and passing out for the nth time that month, I sat up in a panic, not because passing out was new to me, but because I was completely alone with an aching head. In that moment, I realized the fantasy I had created — the wellness fantasy — was shattering. I started, … [Read more...] about A Tale Of Chronic Illness And Friendship – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
