Pepperdine University welcomed Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Olympic gold medalist and world champion hurdler, to speak to the Athlete Chapel in Heritage Hall on April 8. McLaughlin-Levrone shared her journey as one of track and field’s most decorated athletes, focusing on faith and identity in the pursuit of greatness. Her message resonated with Pepperdine student-athletes … [Read more...] about Pepperdine’s Athlete Chapel Hosts Olympic Champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
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Palmer Luckey Opens the President’s Speaker Series
In correspondence with his theme of freedom for the 2024-2025 school year, President Jim Gash opened his speaker series with Palmer Luckey, an American inventor, innovator and entrepreneur.Luckey is best known for founding Oculus VR and Anduril Industries. Oculus VR is a virtual reality headset company that allows users to be a part of the game they are playing. It is now owned … [Read more...] about Palmer Luckey Opens the President’s Speaker Series
Climate Calling Conference Comes to Pepperdine
Photo Courtesy of Climate Calling The second annual Climate Calling conference took place during Pepperdine's Climate Calling week from April 6 to 8. It included a keynote address by climate activist Bill McKibben, a film screening and student presentations. McKibben’s keynote address is also part of the Malibu Library Speaker Series. Professor of Religion Chris Doran … [Read more...] about Climate Calling Conference Comes to Pepperdine