DAN CALDWELL Contributing Writer On March 20 three years ago, the United States invaded Iraq. Since that time, the United States has lost almost 2,300 members of the military services; 20,000 more have been seriously wounded; and more than $200 billion has been spent fighting the war. It is vital that Americans assess the original objectives, the progress to date and the … [Read more...] about Major mistakes made in Iraq war
Women’s lacrosse hosts tournament
JEN ISOStaff Writer With a record of 5-3, the women of the Pepperdine lacrosse team are fighting to shake last year’s 5-16 record. Throw away last season’s scorecards because the ladies aren’t going down without a fight. The Four Points by Sheraton LAX Tournament, hosted by Pepperdine, welcomed women lacrosse teams from all over the West March 17 through March 18. Just two … [Read more...] about Women’s lacrosse hosts tournament
Malibu plans for disaster
KARLA NISHIZAKIstaff writer The city of Malibu is preparing residents for the case of a tsunami by creating a preparedness plan, informing citizens of the chances and consequences of such a disaster. “We’re one of the first cities to do this on the coast,” said Brad Davis, coordinator of emergency preparedness at Malibu City Hall about the city's tsunami report. The report … [Read more...] about Malibu plans for disaster
Future of leadership is female
Jim Cohen Staff Writer Have you noticed that lately, when you turn on your television or pick up a newspaper there are a bunch of men all over the place mounting their egos and championing who is the toughest and loudest? Yep, we’re all over the place. And as a man, I feel no shame in saying that we men sure know how to get our egos in the way and mess things up big time. … [Read more...] about Future of leadership is female
Davenport merges faith and learning
CORTNEY MICHEALStaff Writer Tucked away in a small office in the CAC, history professor Stewart Davenport leans back in his chair, reading a ubiquitous history book. His feet comfortably rest on his office desk. His persona is comfortable, yet professional — academic, yet soulful. Balance is the word that comes to mind, especially since history is not his only passion. … [Read more...] about Davenport merges faith and learning