In the wake of the one-year anniversary of the Woolsey Fire and Borderline Shooting, Pepperdine continues to heal and grow from its losses and trauma. However, new perspectives from the freshman class show that the scars of last year won't persist in future Waves who attend Pepperdine.In less than one week, Pepperdine faced the loss of freshman Alaina Housley and the damage … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Pushes Past its Paralyzing Past
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Is ‘Back to School’ Better Described as ‘Back to Pain?’
Art by Ally ArmstrongWhen nearing the end of summer, back to school commercials run constantly, advertising sales on supplies, the newest fashion trends and the most in-style backpack brands this year.Shopping for the coolest, most fashionable backpack may seem like quite a task avoiding dull colors, bulkiness and certainly those with wheels. But trading in that posh Lululemon … [Read more...] about Is ‘Back to School’ Better Described as ‘Back to Pain?’
Students Celebrate Inauguration of President Gash
Video by Marisa Dragos Pepperdine's University Events team hosted a student-focused celebration on Sept. 26 for the Inauguration of President Gash. The event included food trucks, activities and a presentation featuring real wolves. President and First Lady Gash mingled with students throughout the event and participated in a version of the "Newlywed Game," leading to … [Read more...] about Students Celebrate Inauguration of President Gash
Staff Editorial: Rigid Attendance Policies Cause Students More Risk Than Reward
Art by Madeline DuvallIt seems like a simple choice: Go to class or don’t. But often students face more of a dilemma.Seaver College does not have its own attendance policy. Instead that responsibility is left to each individual professor, allowing them to choose between a lax policy or a strict one. Rigid attendance policies that don't allow space for individual … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Rigid Attendance Policies Cause Students More Risk Than Reward
The Spiritual Life Blogcast Starts Season Two
Photos from Pepperdine Spiritual Life Blogcast websiteThe Office of the Chaplain started season two of the Spiritual Life Blogcast.The blogcast — a combination of a podcast and a blog — features students, alumni, faculty and guests of Pepperdine who write or speak about the spiritual life at Pepperdine. Chaplain of Pepperdine Sara Barton has guests lined up for … [Read more...] about The Spiritual Life Blogcast Starts Season Two
