Joe Rickabaugh lives and breathes surfing. Rickabaugh, Pepperdine’s club surf team coach, said he’s been shredding since his parents sent him to surf camp in eighth grade — and hasn’t stopped since. Once he started surfing, he quit everything else and made it his livelihood. “My whole life revolves around surfing,” Rickabaugh said. “I … [Read more...] about Joe Rickabaugh: Rippin’ the Waves of Life
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Opinion: California Has Something for Everyone
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Growing up in California, I have had access to experiences that I am only now realizing may be out of the norm. I believe the easy access to a diverse range of experiences has made my childhood more positive than it would have … [Read more...] about Opinion: California Has Something for Everyone
Students Squeeze in Surf Sesh Between Classes
When students are not in class, many of them are surfing.Sophomore JT Longoria said surfing in Malibu is very relaxing compared to where he normally surfs in the Bay Area.“It's like a way to ease your mind,” Longoria said.Malibu's many beaches and great weather have people surfing year-round and at all times of the day. Longoria can be found at Zuma Beach most … [Read more...] about Students Squeeze in Surf Sesh Between Classes
Students Share Mixed Emotions on Surfing Culture
When entering Malibu, a sign on the side of the road reads, "21 Miles of Scenic Beauty." As you venture closer to the coast, surfers spread across the beaches lying along the Pacific Coast Highway, displaying the integral surf culture in Malibu.However, students have expressed mixed feelings about whether or not this surfing culture is truly immersed in Pepperdine's … [Read more...] about Students Share Mixed Emotions on Surfing Culture
Students Allow Movement to Evolve
Many students at Pepperdine find different ways to get their endorphins in daily. Not only does staying active provide something to do, but students said they fit movement into their routines day in and day out. Senior Anna Burkman said her ways of staying active during college are a way for her to connect with nature often and feel balanced. Malibu has natural resources for … [Read more...] about Students Allow Movement to Evolve
