Pepperdine University’s Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) marked a momentous occasion on Jan. 8, as it hosted Michael D. Smith, CEO of AmeriCorps, at the Girls Club of Los Angeles (GCLA).
Dr. Ashley Zucker, a psychiatrist with Kaiser Permanente Southern California, advises setting specific, manageable goals rather than ambitious, broad ones.
On Sunday, November 17, UrbanPromise Los Angeles (UPLA) hosted their fifth annual Hope for the Future Annual Fundraising Event at the Henry J. and Gloria Caruso Auditorium at Pepperdine University. A wide variety of supporters, educators, community leaders, donors, sponsors, students, and family members attend the intimate yet powerful luncheon to celebrate their impact and explore their hopes for the future.
This Sunday, Nov. 17, UrbanPromise Los Angeles (UPLA) will host their Hope for the Future 5th Annual Fundraising Event at Pepperdine University from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The word of the day was “head start” at Step Forward Day with Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School (WLCCMS) and Pepperdine University.
Built on the belief that we belong to one another, Ruth Betty Oppong shines as a bright example of what’s possible when you trust God, lean in, work hard, and serve others.
There is much admiration for Apostle Frederick K.C. Price. He touched many lives. He guided many people who needed it. He introduced God’s word in a way that no one else had. And his legacy of service through ministry is forever intertwined with the FaithDome. And the dome is a standing example of what has been possible in South Los Angeles.
In a rare occurrence, both a mother and daughter received Doctor of Education degrees in Educational Leadership from Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology during commencement exercises on Saturday May 18.
Every year, Pepperdine University initiates a community-wide day of service called Step Forward Day where students, faculty, staff, and alumni volunteer to give back to their local communities.
With their 17th and 40th pick in the NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired guard Jalen Hood-Schifino and forward Maxwell Lewis. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka noted how the scouting staff ranked the two players high in the first half.
According to the Public Policy Institute of California (ppic.org), Black motorists are 20 percent more likely to be stopped by law enforcement as White motorists.
Difficult or complicated projects are no match for engineering firm owner Elvin W. Moon because his company’s motto is “meeting today’s challenges by building for tomorrow.” As the owner of E.W. Moon Inc., he leads a team of professionals in designing and constructing a range of multifaceted jobs in both the private and public sectors
On January 15, The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection will present historical moments, pointing towards the advancement of the Black community.
School district leadership has been put to the test during one of the most challenging years for educators. Lancaster School District chief, Michele Bowers, stands out as one local education leader rising to the COVID-19 challenge and has been named the 2020 Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year.
One of the largest mental health agencies in LA County, announces the retirement