SAMANTHA BLONSNews Assistant Fall classes began today, but the student leaders of Pepperdine’s SGA and SPB have been busy during the summer months preparing programs and events for the school year. SGA has been on campus for more than two weeks, training, scheduling appointments with administrators and Pepperdine departments and participating in New Student Orientation events … [Read more...] about Plans to network on campus high priority for SGA
Pay NCAA players for performance
ASHTON ELLISStaff Writer According to Wikipedia, an “opportunity cost” is a phrase economists use to describe the cost of something in terms of an opportunity foregone. An example would be choosing to date a good-looking brunette instead of an equally attractive blonde because you (rightly) believe that the conversation will be less prone to digress into a discussion about the … [Read more...] about Pay NCAA players for performance
Diversity uncovers the true almighty
AMY LARSONStaff Writer Anyone who spends any amount of time on the Pepperdine campus will recognize the massive schism between those who attend a specific church service and those who do not. Beyond division, there are times when the groups can even get competitive. The first claims the second is inferior, and the second retaliates with reasons why it is far better than the … [Read more...] about Diversity uncovers the true almighty
Interim polo coach leads the way
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor PAUL CLARK/Photo Editor The Pepperdine water polo team begins its 2006 campaign Sept. 2 at the Triton Invite in La Jolla, Calif. The Waves will be led by Jack Kocur, who is serving as interim head coach while Terry Schroeder takes a season off to serve as assistant coach for the U.S. National Team, Despite this being his first attempt at … [Read more...] about Interim polo coach leads the way
CCB facelift begins, cost undisclosed
KATE SCHWARTZStaff Writer PAUL CLARK/Photo Editor ArticleWhile freshman unpacked their cars and said goodbye to their parents, the Center for Communication and Business said goodbye to its old facade. The parking lot entrance of the CCB will be undergoing renovations throughout the next few weeks, including the placement of palm trees and seating areas. The construction on a … [Read more...] about CCB facelift begins, cost undisclosed