James RiswickAssistant A&E Editor With my tour of duty finally coming to a close here at the Graphic, I thought I would reflect on how things have changed since I first strolled into the now forgotten Communication Division trailers four years ago. Back then, Pepperdine was the 47th-best school in the nation, Democrats were still cheesed over their stolen election, Britney … [Read more...] about Wrapping up 4 years of news and thoughts
Letters to the Editor
SGA laid the foundation for future Pep classes Over the course of my term as SGA President, I have realized one thing: The closer my term is to its completion, the more I feel prepared for my position. It is my belief that this is the biggest struggle in a student-leadership position, especially with a group like our SGA, which has a considerable amount of freedom and … [Read more...] about Letters to the Editor
Vocal Students Shine in Local, National and International Venues
While recent alumnae Jessica Rivera and Jessica Tivens prepared and performed their roles in the New West Symphony’s recent production of Bizet’s Carmen, current members of Seaver College’s Flora Thornton Opera Program were earning awards and accolades for their work which they hope will soon place them on the path to professional opera success, like their Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Vocal Students Shine in Local, National and International Venues
Fire destroys Casa Escobar
James Riswick Staff Writer Pepperdine students are mourning the loss of a popular hang-out spot after an early afternoon fire at the Cross Creek shopping center on Sunday April 17. An electrical fire that began in the Bay City Beauty Supply spread quickly through the strip mall’s attic to neighboring Casa Escobar, causing heavy damage to the Mexican restaurant. Best known for … [Read more...] about Fire destroys Casa Escobar
Pep posts 15th-consecutive win
Matt Llewellyn Staff Writer The No.-1 ranked Pepperdine men’s volleyball team is coming off its 15th-consecutive win. The Waves recently helped Head Coach Marv Dunphy win his 400th career match. Not to mention, the Waves have held the No.-1 spot in the country for the third consecutive week. The Waves completed a five-game home stand against the 10th ranked Stanford Cardinal, … [Read more...] about Pep posts 15th-consecutive win