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The Fine Print

The Fine Print: Context Matters on the Freedom Wall

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Pepperdine’s Freedom Wall has been a hub of controversy over the years, from issues of LGBTQ+ rights and discrimination to this fall’s abortion debate.When a serious issue that directly affects the lives of others is discussed on the Freedom Wall, the memes and jokes posted next to — or on top of — those deeply personal statements demean them. Students … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: Context Matters on the Freedom Wall

The Fine Print: The Essential Mountain Lion Preparedness Guide

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Being tucked away in the Santa Monica Mountains gives Pepperdine its characteristic sweeping ocean views and adds a nice element of privacy and security on campus.As we enjoy our mountainous home and bask in the California sunlight, it can be easy to forget about some of our furry neighbors lurking nearby. While seeing deer by the CCB or a bunny on Lower Dorm Road is a fun … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: The Essential Mountain Lion Preparedness Guide

The Fine Print: Malibu Is Not Perfect (But It’s Pretty Close!)

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Pepperdine is one of the most beautiful college campuses in America, located in gorgeous Malibu, home to some of the best surfing spots in the country. Many students come to Pepperdine to experience living in a small, safe, star-studded community that offers proximity to both stunning beaches and Los Angeles.We are in an amazing place, and living in Malibu has enumerable … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: Malibu Is Not Perfect (But It’s Pretty Close!)

The Fine Print: The Challenges of Living On Campus at Pepperdine

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Living on campus at Pepperdine is a part of being a Wave that every student should (and, really, has to) experience. You get to live in a community of other students, in Malibu, with easy access to all your classes and everything campus has to offer with views you really can’t beat.While being a part of Pepperdine’s residential community is usually a great part of a … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: The Challenges of Living On Campus at Pepperdine

The Fine Print: Coming Back is Hard — And That’s OK

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This fall, Pepperdine students return to campus after a totally normal summer. There’s nothing out of the ordinary — everyone’s fine, all the summer abroad programs were so fun, and we definitely didn’t just exit a period of tremendous collective loss and trauma (that actually might be true, considering we haven’t made that exit yet).The reality is … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: Coming Back is Hard — And That’s OK