Whether it be for the extra cash or joy of it, Shelby White, director of Student Employment, said about 1,800 Pepperdine students balance on-campus jobs during a typical school year. Students often hold multiple jobs, filling about 2,100 positions. Students share how they maintain their academics and jobs, as well as why they chose to work. White said because of the magnitude … [Read more...] about Dual Responsibilities: Students Balance Work and Studies
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Opinion: Working in Malibu is Worthwhile
Art by Samantha Miller The average American college town is usually set behind the backdrop of bars that sprawl the downtown area, surrounded by large shopping precincts with a Target, a Taco Bell and maybe even a Tilly's to top it off. However, the experiences of Waves differs from other schools on many levels — even when it comes to a Pepperdine student's part-time … [Read more...] about Opinion: Working in Malibu is Worthwhile
Stop Being Busy
Art by Peau Porotesano"I’m so busy,” is a phrase spoken at Pepperdine many times a day. Students often complain about their overbooked schedules and a hundred different exams.Yet, at the same time, many students still find time to watch hours of Netflix and go out with friends regularly.While some people really do have packed schedules, most students probably … [Read more...] about Stop Being Busy
Don’t Study in Bed
Graphic by Nate Barton It's very important that students find a good place where they can study and be productive. Some people like the library, others like their rooms. However, research has found that studying in bed can be unhealthy. Some of the reasons why studying or getting work done in bed could be disadvantageous for college students include: focus limitation, … [Read more...] about Don’t Study in Bed
Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service
Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine students are encouraged often to find ways to give back and serve their community. Working at Pepperdine Graphic Media is a form of service that comes with more than a few perks.PGM offers a variety of jobs and experiences. Students not only create articles and opinion pieces like this for the weekly paper, but they coordinate online content, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service
