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
‘Grapes of Wrath’ storms Smothers
Lauren Morton-FarmerStaff Writer Sophomore Jason Fangio and Brooks Asherstar in "The Grapes of Wrath"Ben Young / Photo Editor For anyone who read John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath” in high school literature class and wondered, “Wouldn’t it be easier to rent the movie?” but never got around to watching the 1940s classic, a small ship has finally come in. Beginning Tuesday, … [Read more...] about ‘Grapes of Wrath’ storms Smothers
Pepperdine beauty-pageant contestants reveal the ins and outs of the pageant system
Evelyn Barge A&E Editor Pepperdine is no stranger to beauty. In fact, the Malibu campus is frequently identified as home to all things beautiful. The panoramic seascape view, lush flora and exotic wildlife have all come to be part of the university’s distinct atmosphere. This notion of beauty extends to the student body as well. And while the stereotypical impression of … [Read more...] about Pepperdine beauty-pageant contestants reveal the ins and outs of the pageant system
Malibu’s beauty inspires sculptor
Diana AlvarezStaff Writer When Genevieve Freeman, assistant professor of sculpture and design in the Fine Arts Division, first saw the advertisement for a position open at Pepperdine in the Chronicle of Higher Education, she said she became excited about the possibility of teaching at Seaver College. “I prayed a lot throughout the whole process of application and interviews,” … [Read more...] about Malibu’s beauty inspires sculptor