By Kim OberhamerContributing Writer Cara Lynn sauntered to the front of the classroom. She wiped her clammy hands against her low-rise jeans as she felt a bead of sweat trickle down her spine. Her breath shortened and her stomach felt like it was knotted into a pretzel when she thought about speaking for nine whole minutes. That was Cara Lynn at her first Pepperdine debate … [Read more...] about Arguing her way to the top
Charlie’s place
Joshua FleerContributing Writer A man pauses momentarily to pick up a discarded newspaper on a table in front of Ralphs Market in Malibu. He folds it, slides it into his back pocket, and continues to amble down the sidewalk. The end of the sidewalk interrupts his slow stroll; he stops to look over the bottle return machine, turns, and pauses briefly once again. A new direction … [Read more...] about Charlie’s place
Self-expression a lost art at Pepperdine
By Micah Kafka Photo Editor Consider the plight of the freshmen. As new students they come in, open and ready for the college experience. They come from different states, different lifestyles, and different heritages. But as the weeks slip past, something happens to them. They begin to look alike. First they dive into the Abercrombie and Fitch world, then they get their first … [Read more...] about Self-expression a lost art at Pepperdine
Whatever: Is anything sacred anymore?
By Karma Christine SalvatoStaff Writer “When you get rid of the past, the future is beautiful,” said one of the characters from the movie “Swingers.” It is such a true statement, but sometimes not such easy advice to follow. A couple of weeks ago I stopped by my high school and community college campuses. As I stepped onto each school’s grounds, I was immediately transported … [Read more...] about Whatever: Is anything sacred anymore?
Religious Write: Avoiding life changes means battling God
By Kristen LowreyStaff Writer I have recently decided that uncertainty means possibility. Yes, good. I shall not allow myself to fear the uncertainties, which await me in three weeks after receiving my diploma. Instead, I will look them in the face and say, “You’re lookin’ good! You ready to make some spirit of the times? Yeah, let’s rock.” I will not allow the flame of my … [Read more...] about Religious Write: Avoiding life changes means battling God