GARRETT WAITSports Editor Nick Rodionoff is a talented man. During his 31 years with Pepperdine, he has coached and overseen the aquatics programs. He became the head diving coach 17 years ago and was named head swimming coach six years ago. He has once been named the league coach of the year. Apart from Pepperdine’s swim program, he also was the head swim coach at Birmingham … [Read more...] about Waves swimming coach shoots to thrill
Dr. Soper appointed new director
CARISSA MARSHA&E Assistant Faith intertwined with learning has always been a defining principle in the life of Dr. Chris Soper. Now the political science professor finds himself right in the middle of The Center for Faith and Learning’s mission to “enhance the connections between classroom teaching, scholarship, and Christian faith,” as he accepts a position as the … [Read more...] about Dr. Soper appointed new director
Should Greek life be supported at a Christian college?
PRO KIRK HENDERSONContributing Writer At universities across the country, new students come to campus with preconceived notions of what Greek life is all about. The general stereotype is that members of Greek organizations are party-going halfwits who need to pay for their friends. At least at Pepperdine, things are different. Greek life is important because it has helped to … [Read more...] about Should Greek life be supported at a Christian college?
Chair pens book on crisis planning
Poppy Garofalo STAFF WRITER Hurricane Katrina has shown the importance of planning for crises before they occur. The aftermath of the storm gives new relevance to the studies of three Pepperdine graduate students and their professor. In an advanced organizational communication seminar last semester, Dr. Robert Chandler and his class published a book about crisis … [Read more...] about Chair pens book on crisis planning
Waves roll over Kansas at tourney
JANE LEESports Assistant Senior forward Megan Woods’ goal with less than six minutes remaining broke a 2-2 tie to lead the Pepperdine women’s soccer team to victory Sunday afternoon over Kansas at the San Diego Tournament. While Kansas’ record fell to 3-2-1 on the season, the win improved nationally ranked Pepperdine, which is 5-0-0, its best start in school history. Woods … [Read more...] about Waves roll over Kansas at tourney