SHANNON WATSONStaff Writer The beginning of a school year usually brings a rush of new faces as incoming freshman and transfer students swarm campus. However, new students are not the only fresh faces in the crowd. International Programs has a new look this year, too. The office has hired three new staff members to fill the positions of dean, director and recruiting … [Read more...] about International Programs picks new dean, staffers
War on terrorism taking place in Iraq serves as the crucible for our generation
JOHN DENNISTONStaff Writer This past Sunday’s four-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks brings pause to observe another crucial yet silent milestone in America’s response to terrorism. As of June 7, the time elapsed since Sept. 11 has surpassed the span of America’s involvement in World War II, from the attack on Pearl Harbor to the final surrender at Tokyo Bay. The … [Read more...] about War on terrorism taking place in Iraq serves as the crucible for our generation
Pepperdine men’s golf team returns from Japan
GARRETT WAITSports Editor “Let's never come here again because it will never be as much fun.”— Charlotte (Lost in Translation) That quote could easily sum up how the golf team feels about last week’s trip to Japan. They were strangers in a strange land with only one familiar thing to remind them of the land they left: a college golf tournament. The TOPY Cup, a U.S.-Japan … [Read more...] about Pepperdine men’s golf team returns from Japan
Meet the local Mayor
AIRAN SCRUBYStaff Writer Andy Stern has always cared about people, which he thinks makes him a good fit as mayor in Malibu. “In another life, I think I was a golden retriever,” Stern said. “I just love to help other people.” Stern’s work as the mayor consumes several hours a week and involves working with the city council, attending events on behalf of the city and maintaining … [Read more...] about Meet the local Mayor
State should share the blame for delayed responses
SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor The Federal Emergency Manage-ment Agency has been a main target of Katrina relief criticism. As part of the Department of Homeland Security, the organization is responsible for the government’s response to any national emergency or disaster. Because most people are holding the government responsible for the disappointing relief efforts … [Read more...] about State should share the blame for delayed responses