By Thomas VandergonContributing Writer Many Christians joined in the devotion of Lent, which began yesterday on Ash Wednesday. Lent is a season of prayer, fasting and charity that has its roots in the early Christian church. Although it is unclear how the 40 days of Lent actually began, it is certain that by the early part of the 4th century, from the Council of Nicea (circa … [Read more...] about Lent offers time of penitence and reflection
Namaste: Gym force field still mysterious
Julieanne Leupold As I near the end of my time here at Pepperdine, I’m getting into that super-reflective mode. You know, that kind where you hug your friends out of nowhere because you realize that this time next year you won’t be able to. Or when you settle old debts like all of those unpaid parking tickets or forgive old grudges like who locked whom out every weekend. … [Read more...] about Namaste: Gym force field still mysterious
Star dancer takes flight on stage
By Michelle Rihovsky Staff Writer As she furiously dances across the Green Valley High School stage, determined to pick up yet another national dance championship title, the unthinkable happens. Her halter strap snaps, threatening a disruption in her routine, not to mention eternal embarrassment. But she makes a quick adjustment and keeps on dancing. The team ends up winning … [Read more...] about Star dancer takes flight on stage
Face in the Crowd: Pete Awad
By Janea Brown Lifestyles Editor Some students like “super senior” Pete Awad just can’t seem to get away from Pepperdine — he plans to graduate in April after five years. Awad simply moved from one beach to another when he came to Malibu from his hometown, Manhattan Beach. Awad grew up with two sisters — Myra, who is a teacher, and Maryan, who is in medical school. Awad said … [Read more...] about Face in the Crowd: Pete Awad
Florence: Road trip replaces train ride
By JJ Bowman Whether to get away from the banality of dorm life or see a great concert hundreds of miles away, students have been enjoying road trips for years. Sometimes, the only reason to take a road trip is the need for release from the confines of a city and feel fresh air and open road. That couldn’t have been more necessary than in Florence. Although the city delights … [Read more...] about Florence: Road trip replaces train ride