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Test Your Capacity for Optimism: Revival Through Redemption

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Pepperdine Graphic Media Adviser Elizabeth Smith (far left) found freedom through words. By sharing her story, Smith explores how she found revival through redemption, the transformative power of hope and how it can inspire others to find purpose, embrace change and strive for a brighter future.When I think of work, I think of words.I have been writing all kinds of words as a … [Read more...] about Test Your Capacity for Optimism: Revival Through Redemption

Gym Looks to AI for More Precise Physical Fitness

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Fred Fitness is open for business Nov. 7. Fred Fitness has one location in Santa Monica, and another in Culver City expected to open in late summer 2026. Photos by Nick CharkhedianThe future of fitness is here. As visitors scroll through Fred Fitness' website, those words, “the future of fitness is here,” are prominently plastered in big letters. Artificial … [Read more...] about Gym Looks to AI for More Precise Physical Fitness

As Mental Health Issues Linger Post-COVID, Universities Look to Digital Solutions

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Alumna Hailey Ponchione ('25) browses the Pepperdine Counseling Center website April 21. Some students said they find the Counseling Center’s service offerings to be inaccessible to students on campus. Photo by Amanda MonahanMarch 13, 2020: the date the world shut down, classes went online and social interactions became sparse.Just over five years after the global … [Read more...] about As Mental Health Issues Linger Post-COVID, Universities Look to Digital Solutions

Expanding Horizons: How Malibu Can Implement More Recreational Spaces

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Malibu Bluffs Park stands as the improved permanent location for the community skatepark April 25. The City of Malibu broke ground for the skatepark as part of the Community Lands project earlier this month, Mayor Pro Tem Marianne Riggins said. Photo by Sydnie Nuss Despite its scenic beauty and outdoor living, Malibu faces a lack of community recreation spaces. Its location … [Read more...] about Expanding Horizons: How Malibu Can Implement More Recreational Spaces

Schools Share How They Navigate Housing Shortages

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Seaside Residence Hall overlooks the track. Drescher Campus Apartments are located further up the hill behind Seaside. Photo by Rochelle WilliamsGiven the Malibu beachfront view, Pepperdine may seem to have it all. One of its issues, though, is a lack of student housing.Pepperdine students who want to live on campus can choose between six different residence options, but … [Read more...] about Schools Share How They Navigate Housing Shortages