Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Picture this, it's a hot August day in Malibu. Students are rushing to move into their dorms and are anxiously waiting to see their friends. Once move-in day is over, the following weekend is full of days lying on the beach and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Fall Semester Is Better Than Spring Semester at Pepperdine
Spring Semester
Staff Editorial: Enjoy the Bloom, Spring Cleaning and A Positive Reset
Art by Sarah Rietz Spring — a time of growth and change. These increased daylight hours can contribute to changes in energy levels, mood and physiology, according to WebMD. Spring fever is a real phenomenon. Yet, for many students, spring can be a season filled with anxiety and stress, according to Psychology Today. As spring leads into summer, students’ anxiety can spike due … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Enjoy the Bloom, Spring Cleaning and A Positive Reset
Pepperdine Waves Prepare for Spring ‘23
Art by Vivian Hsia After returning to campus after winter break, Pepperdine greeted students with the words “Welcome Waves!” painted on the infamous Rock in Mullin Town Square, signifying the start of a new year. As spring semester starts, students said they take mental and physical steps to get ready for a new set of classes and to get back into the groove of another … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Waves Prepare for Spring ‘23
Students Hold Mixed Reviews of Seaver 200
The RISE learning materials that were provided to each student enrolled in the course are shown next to each other. Inside each book holds various lesson plans to promote resilience. Photo by Audrey Geib As the first semester of Seaver 200 came to a close and a new one began, the experience divided students. Pepperdine’s new Seaver 200 program replaced the old Convocation … [Read more...] about Students Hold Mixed Reviews of Seaver 200
Despite Delayed Spring Recruitment, IFC Organizations Report Satisfaction
Sophomore Dylan Hagen and junior Mason Chin, Alpha Tao Omega Recruitment co-chairs, introduce themselves to potential new members for their pre-Recruitment promotion on Instagram on Jan. 17. Hagen and Chin said they faced obstacles during Recruitment but are pleased with their chapter's new members. Photo Courtesy of Alpha Tao OmegaWhen planning for 2020-2021 Recruitment last … [Read more...] about Despite Delayed Spring Recruitment, IFC Organizations Report Satisfaction