ELISE ACKERStaff Writer Considering his time spent as a visiting faculty member in Heidelberg and London, his development of the Great Books Colloquium and his six years as Social Science Division chair, Dr. Michael Gose has become a campus staple since he began teaching at Pepperdine in 1980. But to focus on only these aspects of Gose’s career is to overlook his contributions … [Read more...] about Gose pioneers film studies at Pep
Apple loses freshness
GABE DURHAMStaff Writer There is a lot of buzz surrounding the release of Fiona Apple’s first album in six years. These songs were first recorded several years ago as produced by Jon Brion (“Punch-Drunk Love” and “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” soundtracks) and then shelved by the label. When fans orchestrated a “Free Fiona” campaign in favor of the album’s release, … [Read more...] about Apple loses freshness
Man vs. machine plot is overdone
GABE DURHAMStaff Writer Scientists are working on creating remote control robots so a doctor can perform a gall bladder removal on astronauts from the comfort of Earth. If the surgeries are successful, they may let the robots operate on regular Earth-dwellers as well. Anyone who has seen “The Terminator,” “The Matrix,” or any of the slew of man versus machine rip-offs can tell … [Read more...] about Man vs. machine plot is overdone
Intelligent design theory under fire
Science professors, students debate merits of the study of evolution. JOE MANGANOStaff Writer A landmark trial is underway in Dover, Pa., that could have a major impact on the way biology is taught in the classroom. The trial is raising more than a few eyebrows at Pepperdine. In November, the Dover Area School District required ninth-grade biology teachers to read a … [Read more...] about Intelligent design theory under fire
English major hosts tea
GARRETT WAITSports Editor Most Pepperdine students may think of tea and crumpets as a tradition of the past, but the English department’s high tea Wednesday in the faculty dining room revived the British custom in a very American environment. Hosted by Dr. Victoria Myers, the high tea boasted a bevy of treats to satisfy the students and faculty who attended. A table strewn … [Read more...] about English major hosts tea