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
Pep loses twice on road to WCC opponents
JANE LEEAssistant Sports Editor Coming off a three-game win streak, the Pepperdine women’s basketball team suffered a setback, falling to West Coast Conference opponents Santa Clara and Saint Mary’s on a quick two-game road swing. In the Waves’ conference tilt against Santa Clara on Thursday, Pepperdine freshman Sherriel Boyd buried a three-pointer with just 1:35 remaining to … [Read more...] about Pep loses twice on road to WCC opponents
Creative Writing changes divisions professors remain
HAYLEY LERCHNews Assistant Creative writing majors will continue to write screenplays while also honing their reporting skills, but they will no longer call the Communication Division their home. Last Monday, the Communication Division began directing all creative writing students to the Humanities Division. For many students, the creative writing major offers a special … [Read more...] about Creative Writing changes divisions professors remain