In popular culture, college parties are stereotyped as being wild keggers that last until everyone passes out or the cops break down the front door. “Animal House” created a genre that continues on to this day with movies like the “American Pie” series and “Van Wilder.” The largest nationwide study to date confirms that most college students overestimate the amount of alcohol … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: AlcoholEdu benefits students
Lyon IP in final year
AUDREY REEDNews Editor Pepperdine International Programs announced its au revoir to the French language program in Lyon, France on Monday. Dean of International Programs Charles Hall cited both legal and financial problems as the cause for closure of the four-year-old program. The program will continue through the spring semester, and spots are still open. International … [Read more...] about Lyon IP in final year
‘Jungle Jack’ teaches primal lessons
ANNA KINGStaff Writer Jack Hanna and his love for animals appeals to many young children, but his enthusiasm for wildlife is one that even college students can appreciate. Tonight, Hanna will speak on “Going Wild for Wildlife” at 7 p.m. in Smothers Theatre as part of the Seaver Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series. While Hanna will focus his lecture mostly on his wildlife … [Read more...] about ‘Jungle Jack’ teaches primal lessons
Meat-eaters don’t add to world hunger crisis
SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor On Saturday afternoon, I watched two of my friends barbecue eight huge steaks. Mouths watering, Mat tended to the not-so-lean cuts that sizzled on the grill while Adam excitedly marinated the next batch. By the time their plates were licked clean, they had probably devoured the equivalent of one medium-sized cow. It would have been an … [Read more...] about Meat-eaters don’t add to world hunger crisis
$30M in pot found in park
MEREDITH RODRIGUEZAssistant News Editor Thirty million dollars worth of marijuana was removed from Malibu Creek State Park on Tuesday by the Lost Hills Sheriffs Department. The 28,000 marijuana plants that were spread along a half-mile stretch across the ridgeline in Malibu Creek State Park were found last week by helicopter, according to Sgt. Ken Davidson. The plants have … [Read more...] about $30M in pot found in park