[UPDATED on Sept. 21 at 3:55 p.m.: Christopher Benton who pleaded no contest to making threats against his father, Andrew K. Benton, and possessing a firearm by a narcotic addict was sentenced on Friday to two years in state prison.] Christopher Benton pleaded no contest Sept. 7 to making threats against his father, Andrew K. Benton, and possessing a firearm by a narcotic … [Read more...] about Christopher Benton sentenced to two years in prison
10 Seconds of courage: My almost open mic
In order to make people-watching an extreme sport, one have to go seek out places that act as crazy-magnets. Santa Monica and Venice are both beautiful examples of this. Friday night, I braved Venice’s First Friday and between the hordes of hipsters and mobs of bros, the people-watching was intense. I witnessed a couple DTR-ing on the sidewalk, saw a group of rollerblading … [Read more...] about 10 Seconds of courage: My almost open mic
New mailroom system leads to longer line
Mail Services implemented an up-to-the-minute mail alert in July for the new school year, replacing the pink slips put in mailboxes. Students on campus now receive package notifications through their Pepperdine email. Though this method notifies students faster, the emails have created longer lines for people waiting to get packages. The average wait time to pick up … [Read more...] about New mailroom system leads to longer line
Strings are for puppets not dating
Dating while you’re in college is an important part of the overall experience. At Pepperdine, I hear the complaint way too often that there is not enough dating. I have come to conclude that among other things, this is a result of the mindset that dating should only be undertaken with marriage in mind. I was brought up on the principle that you need to “save yourself for … [Read more...] about Strings are for puppets not dating
Waves of flags salute 9/11 victims
Heroes Garden was intended as a place of reflection, prayer and thought. This year’s 9/11 memorial prayer service was a reflection and build-up of just that purpose. Community members gathered at the garden Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 8:30 a.m. for a prayer service remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. The service was brief and … [Read more...] about Waves of flags salute 9/11 victims
