Racial discrimination across the country places a long overdue call to action upon Pepperdine as a community. The Pepperdine bubble has had enough. Hate speech and threats motivated by racism aggravated the insular experience of our Malibu lives. People began to confront racism in Ferguson, then in Baltimore and in Charleston. Soon enough, racism was confronted by college … [Read more...] about Get ready: Waves Send Tides of Change
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Coach Adam Estrin Strengthens the Athletic Program
Photos by Zach LeA Division I athlete puts in mental and physical work to break records and win championships. However, no athlete can do it alone, and that’s where Strength and Conditioning Coach Adam Estrin comes in. Adam Estrin contributes a dedication and sense of humor that make the Waves program a place for athletes to grow and progress both mentally and physically … [Read more...] about Coach Adam Estrin Strengthens the Athletic Program
Coach Wilson Ready to Roll
Photo by Zach Le Marty Wilson first stepped his soles on the Pepperdine court in 1985, and his heart never really left. After four years on the court, Wilson stamped the record book as fifth (now ninth) in all-time assists before he transitioned to the sideline as an assistant coach for 21 years. Most of his college years he played under his old head coach, Coach Tom Asbury. … [Read more...] about Coach Wilson Ready to Roll
Stevenson to Jump in Macy’s Day Parade
Photos by Zach Le Celebrities may not be hard to come by in the Malibu community, but how many can boast about being selected for the 89th-annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade? After reading this article you might recognize at least one: senior jump roper Amanda Stevenson. After 10 years of competitive jump roping, Amanda Stevenson will join the ranks of athletes jumping … [Read more...] about Stevenson to Jump in Macy’s Day Parade
Malte Kramer: Baller Turned CEO
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsA year after graduating Pepperdine as co-valedictorian, Malte Kramer co-founded and became CEO of Givvr, a site that allows users to convert their time into money and donate to the cause of his or her choice. Kramer founded Givvr in April 2014, the same month he graduated at the top of his class at Pepperdine. Since then, Kramer has … [Read more...] about Malte Kramer: Baller Turned CEO
