Photo by Anaka OsbornePepperdine is known for its small class sizes, breathtaking ocean views and challenging academics. Adding onto these, the university is being recognized for a student body focused on giving back. The Princeton Review recently released their list of colleges having the most students engaged in community service and placed Pepperdine at No. 10. The rest of … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Makes Princeton Review’s Top 10 List for Community Service
Step Forward Day
PVC Director Shares on the Value of Service
Photo by Julia NamanMany are aware that the Pepperdine Volunteer Center exists, but we often let it escape our attention. The PVC is a mainly student-led organization on campus that allows many to find service opportunities throughout the community. In support of its students is the PVC staff who help volunteers find their niche. Director of the PVC Peter Thompson said he … [Read more...] about PVC Director Shares on the Value of Service
9/11: Let Freedom Wave
Photo by Veronica Johnson The promise of hope and honor remain standing tall and strong in the 2,977 flags representing the lives lost on 9/11 as they flutter through the Malibu ocean breeze on Alumni Park. At Saturday’s Step Forward Day students volunteered in places such food banks, schools and parks. After serving, volunteers were invited to help put up the … [Read more...] about 9/11: Let Freedom Wave
Step Forward Day: Community Begins Year of Service
Photos by Allison Hubbard More than 1,000 students woke up early to serve in the 26th annual Step Forward Day last Saturday. Student groups, dorms, sororities, fraternities and more volunteered with numerous organizations in the Los Angeles and Ventura Counties as part of Pepperdine’s charitable event. “Single days like this accomplish a lot of tasks,” Assistant … [Read more...] about Step Forward Day: Community Begins Year of Service
PCH Reopened After Power Pole Cracks
Photo by Whitney Irick PCH was closed in both directions between John Tyler Drive and Latigo Canyon on Saturday, Sept. 6, due to downed power lines, according to the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff's station. Westbound traffic was turned around at John Tyler Drive and eastbound traffic was given the same order at Latigo Canyon Road, City News Service reported. As of 3:15 … [Read more...] about PCH Reopened After Power Pole Cracks
