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Men’s Water Polo Secure First Home Win of the Season Against Westcliff

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No. 4 Men's Water Polo beat Westcliff 27-10 Thursday, Sept. 14 at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool. With this win, the Waves improve to 6-1 on the season and complete game one of the double-header. Securing the first home win of the season put the Waves back in the win column after a hard fought, double overtime loss, against No. … [Read more...] about Men’s Water Polo Secure First Home Win of the Season Against Westcliff

Pepperdine Athletics Completes Trip to Panama

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In July of 2023, Pepperdine Athletics completed its first mission trip to Panama. Led by Jordan Holm, assistant director of athletics and chaplain, with help from Jenna McPherson, assistant director of business operations and special events, the event consisted of various volunteer activities with an emphasis on church work. "Everyone coming out of the trip … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletics Completes Trip to Panama

‘Happiness, Peace and Gratitude’: Centering Oneself in Nature

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Aerial view of Puerco Canyon trail. Photos by Lucian HimesSophomore Colleen Ballatore starts some of her days off with popping in her airpods, turning on her favorite podcast and going for a walk. She said it’s a way for her to get a light workout in while learning and gaining knowledge about topics she is interested in.Many students said they engage in activities in … [Read more...] about ‘Happiness, Peace and Gratitude’: Centering Oneself in Nature

Sports Love Letter: Run Happy

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Art by Liza Esquibias Dear running, People will never understand you. I was once one of "those people." At first, as a high school freshman, I was bitter that I wasn’t better at anything else, anything more fun. But I liked winning. I thought I could control you and use you to my advantage. I ran as a means to an end — beat everyone else, win a medal, cushion my ego, maybe … [Read more...] about Sports Love Letter: Run Happy