Like many events at Pepperdine this semester, this year’s Step Forward Day looked different from the past. With obstacles such as COVID-19 restrictions and student skepticism due to the day being led by the Hub for Spiritual Life, Pepperdine’s core mission of students uniting to provide meaningful service held steady.
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Pepperdine Volunteer Center Closes, Shocking Students and Alumni
The Pepperdine Volunteer Center announced its closure via social media May 27, as part of a budget readjustment of the Office of Student Affairs. Students and alumni expressed shock and disappointment to the news.
Future Psychiatrist Hopes to Use Interpersonal Skills to Help Others
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces DJ Djobaih, who dreams of becoming a psychiatrist and using her interpersonal skills to help others in the world.
Fresh Faces: First-Year Excited to Grow in Faith at Pepperdine
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Christopher Ganey, who discusses his passion for faith and interest in business.
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Brandon Oddo
Senior Spotlight is a weekly series that gives seniors the opportunity to share their accomplishments and advice with the Pepperdine community. Brandon Oddo spends his time volunteering in Malibu and the surrounding community and acting as a TA.
The Farmers Market Newest Addition: Pets!
4 Paws Kiddo Rescue makes its second appearance at the Malibu Farmers Market and encourages students to get involved.
Think Ahead to the Summer
Art by Ally Armstrong As the school year nears the end, students can almost taste the sweetness of crossing that finish line and leaping into their hard-earned summertime of relaxation and rejuvenation. Many students will drive or fly home, rest, hang out with their family and friends and spend most, if not all, of their […]
Local Church Turns Monthly Ministry into a Community
A Santa Monica church serves the Venice community on a regular basis
Pepp Regents’ Scholars Host Math Night for Local Children
Regents’ Scholars put their talent to work by engaging some local kids with various math activities
Project Serve Offers Volunteer Opportunities for Spring Break 2019
Students can help their community and experience personal growth by participating in Project Serve