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
Oklahoma beats Pepperdine
JANE LEEAssistant Sports Editor Pepperdine guard Nakeya Isabell reacts as time runs out in Pepperdine's 78-66 loss. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) The 15th-seeded Waves came out in full force with all the energy they could muster, but No.-2 seed Oklahoma came out with freshman sensation Courtney Paris, and that’s all the Sooners needed to defeat Pepperdine 78-66 on Saturday in … [Read more...] about Oklahoma beats Pepperdine
Pyschological skills can save students from stress risks
CONNIE HORTONCOUNSELING CENTER Stress is a common phenomenon among students and the most frequent reason that students seek counseling at Pepperdine’s Counseling Center. Whether or not they seek professional help, most students can relate to the feeling of being “stressed out” at times.Stress is a normal part of life. Being stressed means that personal resources are being … [Read more...] about Pyschological skills can save students from stress risks
Left-leaning films still Oscar worthy
GABE DURAM Staff Writer I’ve spilled some satirical ink this year about the awful state of modern filmmaking, and on the whole I believe our country’s entertainment is in a trite, mindless place. Yet the Academy’s choice of five exceptional films as the year’s Best Picture nominees gives me hope. I’m aware that not all of Pepperdine feels this way. In Brian Chatwin’s Feb. 2 … [Read more...] about Left-leaning films still Oscar worthy