By Erica Randall Staff Writer Children are growing up so fast these days. Unfortunately, that’s not necessarily a good thing. Fourteen-year-old Michael Hernandez confessed to killing an eighth-grade classmate in a school bathroom earlier this month in his Florida hometown. According to CNN, he used a knife, which was later found in his backpack, to slash Jaime Rodrigo … [Read more...] about Juvenile Criminals Face Adult Penalities
Unlock Your Voting Power
Editorial Over the years, the college campus has functioned as a center for heated discussion on government policies and candidates. An election or governmental decision can spark passionate debate on a campus, which can house hundreds to thousands of bright-eyed students, who hold a unique position in American society. As the California Democratic primary inches closer, we at … [Read more...] about Unlock Your Voting Power
Tough losses, bad weather bother Waves
By Jared Hermann Staff Writer With two more close defeats this week, the Pepperdine baseball team continues to search for the fire players say they know they have. Trying to find that spark Tuesday against UCLA, wet conditions may have put a damper on that search for at least a couple more days. In a battle of Los Angeles-area rivals, the Waves lost a tough one 8-6 to the … [Read more...] about Tough losses, bad weather bother Waves
Folks, it’s Oscar time
By Elice Giorgione Staff Writer What began almost a month ago with the Golden Globes is now culminating in traditional glamorous Hollywood fashion with the prestigious Academy Awards ceremony that will bring the annual awards season to its close. Airing live from the Kodak Theatre this Sunday (which is three weeks early this year) the Oscars promise, as always, to provide … [Read more...] about Folks, it’s Oscar time
Hecklers Beware: He Sets Them Up And Show Everyone Why HE Is The Real John Mayer
By Lindsey Besecker Assistant Sports Editor Behind every great play, there is usually someone there to make it happen. As setter for the Pepperdine men’s volleyball team, junior John Mayer does not get to rack up the kills like his teammates do during matches. Instead, he sets them up for the memorable plays of the night. “I get my share in the summers playing beach … [Read more...] about Hecklers Beware: He Sets Them Up And Show Everyone Why HE Is The Real John Mayer