Get ready for the hype, Super Bowl XXXIX is coming. The Super Bowl is the biggest sporting event in the United States each year. Nearly everybody has an opinion on it, even if that opinion is “who cares?” People feel very strongly about this game, which is why the Graphic’s staff has decided to dedicate its editorial this week to this grandest of events.First, a short preview … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Graphic staff call the game
Starr defends capital case
Sara RosnerStaff Writer School of Law Dean KenStarr practicesarguments for a capitalpunishment pro bonocase. (Photo by Graham Shea/ AssistantPhoto Editor) Although Ken Starr has left his days of presidential investigation behind, the current dean of Pepperdine’s Law School is still stirring up controversy in the public eye. Thursday, Jan. 27, Starr practiced his arguments in … [Read more...] about Starr defends capital case
Iraq vote aims for democracy
Crystal LuongNews Editor It may be several more days before officials finalize results from the Iraq elections Sunday, but the exercise of voting has marked a significant step in a state of turmoil toward the establishment of a democracy. Despite insurgents’ threats of violence and more than a dozen attacks on Election Day, between 60 and 75 percent of registered Iraqi voters … [Read more...] about Iraq vote aims for democracy
Oscar season inspires musings
Gabe DurhamStaff Writer Since Evelyn wrote a column last week about a friend who name-drops all the time, I thought, “What a good chance to set my own record straight.” Contrary to popular belief, I don’t really know that many celebrities. I mean, of course I have an inner circle of A-list actors and directors, but it isn’t nearly as big as you’d think. Just the other night, … [Read more...] about Oscar season inspires musings
Funky dance troupe returns to Smothers
Amy LarsonStaff Writer The audience has finally received their demand: Pilobolus Dance Theater is at Pepperdine once again. The Connecticut dance troupe known for contorting into impossible positions will perform at Smothers Theatre tonight. Though this is not the group’s first visit to Pepperdine, they have returned with a variety of new and unique routines to perform for the … [Read more...] about Funky dance troupe returns to Smothers