JENNY YANGStaff Writer Every person on earth eventually asks the same three questions: Who am I? What is the meaning of life? Am I alone? The answers are hard to find. Who we are now is not likely who we will be in 10 minutes, 10 months or 10 years. The meaning of life will bring joyful memories in one context and in others will seem like the biggest oxymoron of all time. … [Read more...] about Yin to the Yang: Questions help me rationalize senioritis
Waves smash Cougars to win seventh in a row
Matt LlewellynStaff Writer The No. 2-ranked men’s volleyball team (8-1, 8-1 MPSF) is off to its best start since 2003. The Waves have now won seven consecutive matches after defeating Brigham Young University. BYU was supposed to pose a great challenge to the Waves, but Pepperdine rolled as they defeated the No. 6-ranked Cougars twice this weekend. The Waves finished the … [Read more...] about Waves smash Cougars to win seventh in a row
Give aid for the rights reason
Audrey ReedAssistant News Editor A few weeks ago at Convo, SGA President Carl Kasalek said that Pepperdine students needed to be involved in the tsunami-relief effort. “It’s important for Pepperdine students to realize that they can make an impact on the world,” he said. True, people need to know that they can make a difference in the world with their actions. But more … [Read more...] about Give aid for the rights reason
Noah’s Ark: ‘Mailman’ always delivered
NOAH GODWINAssistant Sports Editor Disclaimer: I was never a huge fan of Karl Malone. Neither he nor the John Stockton-Malone combination excited me. But athletes who help define and revolutionize their sports as much as Malone do not come along very often, and I can’t help but reflect on his career. His interview with Ahmad Rashad following the death of Malone’s mother was … [Read more...] about Noah’s Ark: ‘Mailman’ always delivered
Religion gives more than metaphysical enlightenment
Daniel JohnsonArt Editor Religion can be a touchy subject.At a school like Pepperdine, however, I believe that religion should be more open topic for discussion. Many secular individuals have disregarded the value of obtaining an education within the church. I’m not overlooking the obvious benefits of attending church — relationship with a higher being, eternal life or … [Read more...] about Religion gives more than metaphysical enlightenment