As masking mandates begin to lift in California schools, educators discuss how students have coped emotionally through the pandemic. Teachers discuss students who were stripped of basic social-learning skills and the consequences of isolation as they returned to classrooms.
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Jumpstart Brings the Pepperdine and Los Angeles Communities Together for a Day of Fun and Learning
The Pepperdine Jumpstart Program came together for their annual community involvement event — Jumpstart for a Day — March 26 at Reseda Park. Children, parents, teachers and Jumpstart members connected with one another through fun, engaging learning activities — capturing Jumpstart’s mission of community belonging and cultivating an enjoyable educational experience.
New Tenure-Track Stars: Communication Professor Prioritizes Student Connections
Colin Storm, assistant professor of Communication, began his first year as a tenure-track faculty member at Pepperdine in August 2021. With goals to teach his students in a meaningful and enthusiastic way — while promoting mental health and wellness and cultivating personal relationships — Storm said Pepperdine allows him to pursue his life’s calling: teaching.
LA Art Feature: Pepperdine Art Professor Paints a Dreamland
Pepperdine Art professor Yvette Gellis’ Verdure exhibition expresses freedom and joy through vibrant colors and expressive movements. Since coming out of isolation, Gellis said she has discovered a new side of herself as an artist.
Pepp Prof Profile: Communication Professor Diana Martínez Says Teaching at Pepperdine Is Her ‘Dream Job’
Pepp Prof Profiles highlight professors, their journey to Pepp and their passions to introduce them to other students, faculty and the community. In this installment, Assistant Professor of Communication Diana Martínez discusses how she unexpectedly became a professor and the love she has for her students.
Jeffrey Schultz Finds the Beauty in Truth
Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Schultz Many students know the prize-winning poet and essayist Jeffrey Schultz as a beloved professor of English, humanities, literature, Great Books and formerly creative writing. Schultz combines his love of literature and writing with a passion for teaching — and in both endeavors he said his aim is to find the […]
Gretchen Batcheller Launches Into Art
Photo courtesy of Gretchen Batcheller (top left) Painting has always been a major part of Art Professor Gretchen Batcheller’s life. She said it was a way to connect with family — especially her grandmother who taught art classes for adults in her studio — and a place to ground herself. “I painted one of my […]
Fresh Faces: First-year Seeks to Spread Accurate History in Schools
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Mirielle Cox, a passionate History major who wants the subject to be accessible for all students.
Jumpstart Works in New Virtual Format
Jumpstart powers ahead with creative ways to engage students in the classrooms they serve. The online learning format hasn’t stopped them from getting ready for the new year.
Staff Editorial: The L.A. Teacher Strike Impacts Us All
LAUSD strikes may be over, but students should still care.
