SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor In January, Pepperdine rejected a reading supplement product developed by one of its own, alumnus Steven Emmerson. In August 2004, Emmerson unveiled “Rocketbooks,” which are digital study guides much like CliffsNotes in the form of interactive and stylized DVDs. They present chapter summaries, in-depth analysis of key themes and pop … [Read more...] about Bookstore refuses study aids
Honorary alumna Miers up for justice
CHRIS SEGALPerspectives Editor Harriet Miers President Bush nominated Harriet Miers on Tuesday to the Supreme Court. Miers, 60, received an honorary degree from Pepperdine in May and was the distinguished speaker for the School of Law’s graduation ceremonies. An honorary degree is the highest honor and is reserved for individuals who manifest ideals consistent with Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Honorary alumna Miers up for justice
Letters to the Editor
“How to get hitched in just four years” shows materialistic values on Pepperdine’s campus I would just like extend my thanks for teaching not just freshmen girls, but all girls on campus, how to get “hitched” in just four years in the Sept. 29 issue of the Graphic. Someone had to do it. Thank you for blatantly pointing out the materialism that seems to be prevalent on our … [Read more...] about Letters to the Editor
Alumnus pursues music, acting
CARISSA MARSHA&E Assistant Touring the country playing high-energy shows to crowds of excited fans with close college buddies may seem like the fictional stuff of movies and television, but this is exactly what Michael Brandon Birtwistle did for a year after graduating from Pepperdine. Birtwistle, a 2004 graduate, joined the rock band Aria Decline at the end of his senior … [Read more...] about Alumnus pursues music, acting
Disney film talks a big ‘Game’
SABRINA JONESStaff Writer At first glance, the poster for “The Greatest Game Ever Played” looks like a botched attempt to recreate Tom Schulman’s 1989 drama “Dead Poet’s Society” on a golf course. The sense of brotherhood and the triumphant waving of hats and hands in the air is indicative of a movie packed with heart-jerking lessons. But from the minute the opening credits … [Read more...] about Disney film talks a big ‘Game’