KERIANN BOONELiving Columnist Malibu is known for its soft beaches, incredible waves and breathtaking sunsets. It is not, however, known for its strong sense of community. Pepperdine is strategically located in the heart of this small beachside district, yet it could never be more distant. What does a Pepperdine student really know about Malibu? Why don’t students interact more … [Read more...] about Familiar faces in Malibu could be new friends
Men’s tennis coach enjoys team’s success
GARRETT WAITSports Editor The Pepperdine men’s tennis team has been on fire this season, with an undefeated record and an upset of the No.-1 team in the nation, University of Virginia. Head Coach Adam Steinberg has had a lot to do with the way Pepperdine has been playing so far this year. You’ve only been here for three years, but Pepperdine has jumped from being in the top 30 … [Read more...] about Men’s tennis coach enjoys team’s success
Find new stress relievers or a date
CHRIS SEGALNews Editor Forget buying stress balls or paying for massages — buy the book “Dianetics” by L. Ron Hubbard. The creator of Scientology, Hubbard, wrote the book, which has sold more than 20 million copies worldwide. The Church of Scientology tried to sell a few more copies to my suitemates and me this weekend in Laguna Beach. This all started with the offer of a … [Read more...] about Find new stress relievers or a date
Wal-Mart efficient and valuable in U.S.
NEIL ROSENKRANSContributing Writer I recently saw a bumper sticker that read “Wal-Mart – Wrecking All Little Merchants and Ruining Towns.” Did someone just say that the sky is falling? Well, if nothing else, at least its respectful labels were politically correct. Those who live within the greater Malibu area might be unfamiliar with Wal-Mart because the retail giant stands … [Read more...] about Wal-Mart efficient and valuable in U.S.
Heidelbergers feel at home in Moore Haus home
DANIEL HOUGEYHeidelberg Columnist While many of my fellow international students decided to go home for the winter break, I opted to brave the dangers of the wild — trains, dirty hostels and sketchy, old European men — for a month. I was beginning to feel a bit cramped after a semester of close-quarter living with only 45 others and was ready to spend some time alone. Plus, I … [Read more...] about Heidelbergers feel at home in Moore Haus home