Tiffany BrownStaff Writer DANIEL JOHNSON/Art EditorLIGHTIN UP: Max, 24, friend of Pepperdine senior Ryan Johnston, takes a cigarette break on the sand in front of his friend’s home in Malibu. Max, who is visiting from Germany, said he does not understand the new laws restricting smoking, and he’s glad Johnston lives on a private beach. Ah, a day at the beach. In Malibu, … [Read more...] about Put it out: Local law bans beach smoking
Moore and ‘Fahrenheit 9/11′ hurt Democrats’ cause
Melissa OverbeckAssistant PerspectivesEditor Michael Moore's highly anticipated documentary, “Fahrenheit 9/11,” was intended to tell the "truth about President Bush," swaying moderate voters around the country to turn their backs on the president in the November election. Instead, the hit summer movie served as fuel for the existing battle between the extreme ends of both … [Read more...] about Moore and ‘Fahrenheit 9/11′ hurt Democrats’ cause
Thefts plague Comm PCs
Twelve replacement computers are stolen off their carrier truck en route to campus CRYSTAL LUONGAssistant News Editor Is it a curse or a negative sign of the times and society? Repeated theft has daunted the Center for Communication and Business’ computers, and heightened security plans are in action to prevent future incidents. Campus staff received notice that 12 … [Read more...] about Thefts plague Comm PCs
Give back the right to choose for freshmen
Brittany DeanStaff Writer Life is full of choices. There are choices we must make about school, majors and classes. But choosing classes is not be a privilege the class of 2008 will have this semester. The administration decided to create each freshmen’s schedule to help newcomers adjust to campus life without the added stress of choosing classes and trying to get into them, … [Read more...] about Give back the right to choose for freshmen
Summer face-lift transforms campus
MAYA MINWARYStaff Writer GRAHAM SHEA/ASSISTANT Photo EditorREPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS: Construction on Smothers Theatre began in late June and will continue until mid-September. Other campus improvements include new road signs and refurbishment of the Lovernich apartments. While students were away for summer vacation, the Pepperdine campus was busy receiving a few changes. … [Read more...] about Summer face-lift transforms campus