Art by Caitlin Roark Following the tragedies that came to define the month of November for Pepperdine and its neighboring communities, those affected are relying on one another for comfort and hope for revival. Charitable events such as #CaliforniaStrong seemed to offer the beginning steps of healing, yet Pepperdine students were left with a sense of isolation from the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Is #CaliforniaStrong Pepperdine Strong?
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Social Media Plays Crucial Role After Borderline Shooting
Photo courtesy of Instagram Following the Borderline Bar and Grill shooting, social media allowed members of the Pepperdine community to share information and cope with tragedy and violence in a variety of ways. In the days following Nov. 7, students and their families, faculty, staff and alumni shared their perspectives on different online platforms. These individuals … [Read more...] about Social Media Plays Crucial Role After Borderline Shooting
SCEWP Elevates Women to Lead
Photos by Lindsey Sullivan The Southern California Egalitarian Worship Project recently marked its first complete year of worship services, since beginning in August 2017. Members of several Churches of Christ churches in the area came together to create SCEWP to offer women who are interested opportunities to lead and serve in worship services. Meetings are held about once … [Read more...] about SCEWP Elevates Women to Lead
Undertow News: A Fresh Take Through Satire
Photo courtesy of Undertow NewsA group of Pepperdine students have created a satirical news website. And readers are calling it a breath of fresh air."I felt like I could finally read some news that related to me and made me say, 'Oh my gosh! Yes! You get it!'" said freshman Kaitie Yocum. "I love how I can sit down after a stressful day of papers and tests and just laugh and … [Read more...] about Undertow News: A Fresh Take Through Satire
Pepperdine Hosts Baha’i Film and Discussion
Photos by Kaelin MendezPepperdine's Surfboard Room was standing room only Wednesday night when former "The Office" actor and lifelong Baha'i Rainn Wilson was invited for a panel discussion and film screening on the Baha'i faith.The Center for Faith and Learning hosted a religious literacy event on the Baha'i faith with guest speaker Wilson on Wed. Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. John Barton, … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Hosts Baha’i Film and Discussion
