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Pepperdine College Democrats Hosts Renée Good Vigil
Pepperdine College Democrats hosted a vigil honoring the life of Renée Good in the Amphitheatre on Jan. 22. Several students spoke about the politics that led to the fatal shooting of Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis two weeks prior.
Students Undergo Transformation Through Faculty-Led International Programs
Pepperdine’s faculty-led abroad programs offer students the opportunity to travel to countries like Uganda and South Korea to study their major through a new cultural lens. Faculty plan and execute these fast-paced, short-term programs, which leave students transformed and confident in their careers.
Pepperdine Hosts Fireside Chat With Howard Marks
Pepperdine hosted billionaire investor Howard Marks for a fireside chat with Jeffrey Rohde, Pepperdine’s chief investment officer, in Smothers Theatre on Jan. 13. Students got the opportunity to hear Marks’ insight on risk, volatility, gold and bitcoin, interest rates and current market conditions.
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Tide Pools Showcases Student-Led Clubs for Every Interest
Tide Pools is a once-a-semester fair with more than 90 student-run clubs and organizations. The fair gives students the chance to explore, build connections and feel a sense of belonging on campus.
Students Emphasize Growth Over Perfection in the New Year
This year, students are rethinking their 2026 New Year’s resolutions. They talked about prioritizing growth and realistic intentions instead of perfection.
Transparency or Bias? Students Rely on Rate My Professors When Choosing Classes
Pepperdine students use Rate My Professors to figure out which classes they should take. The website offers an anonymous but sometimes skewed perspective of college professors.
