Photo courtesy of Stacey Lee Gobir As a first generation Korean-American, Stacey Lee Gobir has devoted her life’s work to challenging negative stigmas associated with mental health services. Lee Gobir, who earned a bachelor's degree in creative writing and a master's degree in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine, is now a coordinator for the Health, Wellness and Resilience … [Read more...] about Stacey Lee Gobir Challenges the Stigma
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Malibu Health and Wellness Fair
Malibu as a whole puts a lot of emphasis on health so much so that they dedicate a whole day to it. But where is the healthy balance between healthy living and guilty pleasure. NewsWaves reporter Gabby Gonta is here with more. … [Read more...] about Malibu Health and Wellness Fair
Grab and Go: Staying Healthy on the Road
With spring break just behind us, I’ve been reminded of just how challenging it can be to give your body the nutrients it needs while traveling. Whether vacationing by the beach, road tripping with friends or even serving others on a missions trip, staying healthy can be a challenge. While road tripping through the South on Pepperdine’s Project Lead, I was bombarded with all … [Read more...] about Grab and Go: Staying Healthy on the Road
Box, Bike and Build While Avoiding the Gym
Descending the stairs to the Pepperdine Fitness Center can feel more like a prison sentence than a healthy workout. While I applaud students who are willing to embrace the “dungeon” gym it is not the workout destination for everyone. Pepperdine students are sometimes very disappointed to discover this is one of their only options. Seaver sophomore Alllison Slattery says she … [Read more...] about Box, Bike and Build While Avoiding the Gym