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Step Through Time: Shoes Serve as Worldwide Time Capsules

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Photo by Betsy BurrowThe saying goes, “If the shoe fits, wear it.” But what if shoes don’t just fit someone’s feet — they fit their stories as well? Every scuff and crease represents a story to be told, and shoes possess the power to hold their owner’s memories in every step.Shoes were made for walking, and for some people, that means wearing … [Read more...] about Step Through Time: Shoes Serve as Worldwide Time Capsules

How to Study Abroad Without Draining Your Bank Account

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Sophomore Jon Park (left), sophomore Adam Benyaich (middle) and sophomore Zach Greidanus (right) relax on the beach in Positano, Italy on Sept. 13. The group said they took a break from their studies to unwind by the water. Photo courtesy of Adam BenyaichApproximately 95% of Pepperdine’s Seaver College undergraduate student body will study abroad at some point during … [Read more...] about How to Study Abroad Without Draining Your Bank Account

Finding the Deeper Meaning in Travel

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Many people view travel as a chance to see and experience a new place, which is why so many people love to do it.Both students and faculty at Pepperdine said they have experienced first-hand just how life-changing traveling can be.“Travel is being immersed in a place where I can engage with people and challenge my own experiences,” said Charlie Engelmann, senior … [Read more...] about Finding the Deeper Meaning in Travel

Students Uncover the Beauty of College Friendships

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For many students, attending college brings many beautiful experiences and new people into one's life.Pepperdine students said their friendship journeys have led them to grow, learn and share experiences with people they never thought would become their home away from home.“I think I've learned to be more open to new experiences,” senior Bella Knudson said. … [Read more...] about Students Uncover the Beauty of College Friendships

The Power of Risk: How Embracing Uncertainty Transforms Lives

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Often, people paint taking risks as a daunting endeavor, one that comes with many unknowns and can lead to either potential failures or great success. But embracing risk-taking can lead to some of the most transformative experiences in life. While the safety of the familiar can be comforting, students said stepping out of their comfort zone is where they have seen true … [Read more...] about The Power of Risk: How Embracing Uncertainty Transforms Lives