Here at Pepperdine, we’re full of diverse personalities. We don’t have just the average “jock” or “nerd.” We’re a collective bunch of unique individuals, who all happen to fall under at least one of these categories. You probably know each of these 14 people and couldn't imagine your life without them.
1. The Campus Celebrity
This person is well known on campus. They’re involved in Greek life, SGA, the Graphic, club teams, PIT, MUN, and they somehow always have time to party, volunteer and run two clubs. Oh, and they happen to be witty, attractive, and nice. Sound familiar?
2. The Party Animal
OK so Pepperdine is a dry campus, but we still know how to party. We all know someone who’s always a bit turnt and whose motto is “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere.” They’re usually sleeping when they’re supposed to be in class, but you can find them out between the hours of 10pm and 2am.
3. The Frat Star or Sorority Girl
They live and breathe Greek life. The frat star wears Chubbies, Polo shirts, is incredibly patriotic, has croakies, boat shoes, and wears a bowtie to formal. Meanwhile, the sorority girl is #stratty. She’s always making coolers, loving on her little, getting girls to volunteer to participate in philanthropies and loves Lily Pulitzer.
4. The Rich Kid
This kid rolls up to rho in a G-Wagon and smells like money. They don’t work, and they never need to.
5. The Surfer
Since we are by the beach, we attract a lot of beach bums. The surfer will miss class to catch some waves and wakes up early just to surf before class. You can bet they drive a Jeep. They are also seen lounging in hammocks.
6. The Smart One
This kid doesn’t study but still manages to get A’s on every exam. Most of the time they don’t even come to class. Why is life so unfair?
7. The Slacker
Opposite of the smart one, the slacker doesn’t come to class and is barely passing. They often ask for your notes and only go to Payson during finals.
8. The Professional
This person is on their way to being a doctor or lawyer. They spent all their time in Payson, striving for a 4.0. You hardly see them except for dinner at the Caf.
9. The Adult
This person has their life together. They have five internships under their belt and are always building their resume. You know they’ll graduate with a job.
10. The Social Media Celebrity
This person has 10,000 followers on Instagram and is constantly taking trendy pictures at the beach, Malibu Farm, Sunlife or Urth Café. They’re favorite app is VSCO and they always look perfect.
11. The Southern Belle
Pepperdine attracts a lot of Southerners because it’s a private Christian university. The Southern Belle’s room is covered in monograms, dresses preppy and probably has an accent.
12. The Athlete
The athlete probably doesn’t talk to you unless you’re also an athlete. They refer to you as a NARP (non-athletic regular person) and are only seen in herds at the Caf.
13. The Strong Christian
This person actually likes convo and goes to Celebration Chapel and the Well. They are part of small group and probably own a few bibles for different occasions.
14. The Outdoorsy Kid
This person hammocks like no other, often organizes hikes and loves going to Joshua Tree for the weekend. Their Instagram is trendy and they spend more time in a tent than in their bed.
15. The Kid Who Went Abroad
This person won't stop talking about abroad. They constantly bring up memories, inside jokes and the number of places they traveled.
