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There is no better way to show school spirit than with a football team. As students approach the college application process, campus culture and school pride play a major role in deciding where to attend.
Tailgates and packed stadiums cheering your team on are defining parts of the traditional college experience — and Pepperdine is missing out.
One of the biggest benefits of a football program is school spirit and pride. Football games bring students together and create amazing memories. Look at well-known California universities such as the University of Southern California, University of California – Los Angeles and University of California – Berkeley.