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Men’s Tennis Secures NCAA Bids at ITA Southwest Regional Championships

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Pepperdine Men’s Tennis competed at and hosted the ITA Southwest Regional Championships Oct. 15-20 in Malibu, CA. The Waves secured two bids to the NCAA singles tournament in November. The post Men’s Tennis Secures NCAA Bids at ITA Southwest Regional Championships appeared first on Pepperdine Graphic .

Trump Fires Press Secretary and Pepperdine Alum Katie Zacharia After Five Days

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Alumna Katie Zacharia (’07, JD ’11) was fired from her role as White House press secretary Friday after just five days. Zacharia faced heavy criticism following her press secretary debut Tuesday, with questions regarding her legal credentials and background. The post Trump Fires Press Secretary and Pepperdine Alum Katie Zacharia After Five Days appeared firs

Women’s Golf Competes at Haskins Women’s Intercollegiate

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Pepperdine Women’s Golf traveled to Columbus, Ga. to compete in the inaugural 2026 Haskins Women’s Intercollegiate from Oct. 12-13. The Waves secured a fifth place finish, led by junior Eunseo Choi claiming second place individual honors. The post Women’s Golf Competes at Haskins Women’s Intercollegiate appeared first on Pepperdine Graphic .

Students Find Creative Ways to Beat the Heat During Malibu Heat Wave

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As temperatures soared to 102 degrees in Malibu, Pepperdine students struggled to escape the heat in residence halls without air conditioning. From makeshift cooling methods to seeking refuge in air-conditioned campus spaces, students found creative ways to beat the heat. The post Students Find Creative Ways to Beat the Heat During Malibu Heat Wave appeared

Don’t Be a Wimp: Malibu Turns the Page From Book to Big Screen

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Screenwriter Gabe Sachs and actor Robert Capron bring middle school mishaps to Malibu as they share the story behind “Diary of a Wimpy Kid.” The pair reflect on turning Jeff Kinney’s drawings into movie moments and building friendships beyond the screen. The post Don’t Be a Wimp: Malibu Turns the Page From Book to Big Screen appeared first on Pepperdine Grap

Three Years Later: The Ongoing Fight for Justice

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Three years after the tragic crash that claimed the lives of four Pepperdine students: Asha Weir, Deslyn Williams, Niamh Rolston and Peyton Stewart —the path toward justice remains uncertain. Their friends and families continue to honor their memories and keep their voices alive. The post Three Years Later: The Ongoing Fight for Justice appeared first on Pep

Women’s Soccer Sweeps San Francisco 5-0 to Remain Undefeated in West Coast Conference Play

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Pepperdine Women’s Soccer faced the University of San Francisco on Oct. 10 to continue their undefeated WCC streak with a dominant 5-0 victory. With home field advantage and support of fans during Waves Weekend, the Waves defended their home turf at Tari Frahm Rokus Field. The post Women’s Soccer Sweeps San Francisco 5-0 to Remain Undefeated in West Coast Co

Women’s Indoor Volleyball Crushes Denver with a 3-0 Victory

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Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball traveled across state lines to face the University of Denver on Oct. 8 at Hamilton Gymnasium in Denver. The Pioneers were no match for the Waves and Pepperdine traveled back home to face No. 5 University of San Diego, also defeating them with a 3-0 sweep. The post Women’s Indoor Volleyball Crushes Denver with a 3-0 Victor

Cross Country Competes in Master’s Invitational

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Pepperdine Cross Country competed in the Master's Invitational Oct. 3. in Santa Clarita, Calif. With many starters sitting out, both the men's and women's teams placed top ten overall. The post Cross Country Competes in Master’s Invitational appeared first on Pepperdine Graphic .

Women’s Indoor Volleyball Falls Short Against Saint Mary’s

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Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball fell 3-1 to Saint Mary’s College on Oct. 3, ending the Waves’ seven-game winning streak. Pepperdine fought back to take the third set but ultimately dropped the fourth 26-24 to the Gaels. The post Women’s Indoor Volleyball Falls Short Against Saint Mary’s appeared first on Pepperdine Graphic .

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