JENNY YANGStaff Writer With final weeks of college approaching, I’m tempted to look back and remember all the good times. Then again I’m also tempted to steal the parrot off our crazy neighbor’s bathrobe-clad shoulder as he paces the street at 10:00 a.m. stealing newspapers from driveways (true story). I’m not usually one to resist a good temptation, but this time I’ll pass on … [Read more...] about Yin to the Yang: Words of wisdom passed down
Fog traps family in nearby hills
SARAH CARRILLOStaff Writer A simple family hike through the hills above Pepperdine turned into an ordeal that lasted over eight hours after fog rolled in and left School of Law Professor Roger Alford, his children and friends stranded. Alford’s family along with a family visiting the Alford’s from Texas, about eight people in all, left for a hike around 5 p.m. March 9. Soon … [Read more...] about Fog traps family in nearby hills
Waves roll over Portland to remain undefeated against league opponents
Noah GodwinAssistant Sports Editor Pepperdine junior second baseman David Uribes gets a hit against Portland this past weekend.Keith Novosel / Staff Photographer In the six years since the West Coast Conference implemented divisional play, Pepperdine has won all six West Division crowns and appeared in every Championship Series. The Waves’ history of outstanding play has not … [Read more...] about Waves roll over Portland to remain undefeated against league opponents
On Campus or Off Campus?
Where, oh where, to live? It is a question students wrestle with as they prepare for each new school year at Pepperdine. Is it better to opt for the ease and convenience of living on campus, where classes are but a walk or shuttle ride away, and all utilties are included? Or is there money to be saved by looking for an off-campus apartment, which may feature a lower per-month … [Read more...] about On Campus or Off Campus?
Sports Inciter: Betting the farm on sports
GARRETT WAITSports Editor Some sports fans love the competition. They thrive on the purity of sports, the innocence, the simplicity. If my guys play better than your guys then my guys will win. They connect with the athletes on a basic level, equating their team’s success to success in their own lives. This is pure fandom. This is just fine with me. The “other” sports fans are … [Read more...] about Sports Inciter: Betting the farm on sports