By Brent Russo Contributing Writer Convocation never does much for me. I have had my fill of hyper-enthusiastic Christian singing troupes, middle-aged men’s advice on relationships, aristocratic ceremonies and the general rehashing of Church of Christ doctrine. I have even had my fill of Holocaust survivors. Occasionally, however, a Convocation offers something progressive – … [Read more...] about Is dialogue on homosexuality appropriate at Pepperdine?
Texas thunder
Look out world, Pepperdine guard Terrance Johsno, and his distinct Southern style, is ready to put Waves basketball on the map. By Kyle Jorrey Sports Editor In the day and age of “trash talk,” where athletes constantly jaw back at one another with insults and taunts during the course of a game, Terrance Johnson seems more content just letting his basketball skills speak for … [Read more...] about Texas thunder
Davis passes bills, appoints judges before leaving office
By Melissa Overbeck Staff Writer Gov. Gray Davis signed more than 884 bills into law and made more than 20 appointments to state courts and boards since losing the recall election, despite protests from Gov.-elect Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Republican Party. The laws include some important changes in consumer privacy, gay rights and environmental protection. Davis acted in … [Read more...] about Davis passes bills, appoints judges before leaving office
A small ($87 billion) price to pay for freedom
By JJ Bowman Associate Editor Southern California fire watching may have surpassed “The Joe Schmo Show,” “Newlyweds” and “Kobe vs. Shaq 2: Rape of Honor” as the best reality television. The intensity of the fires and the anguish involved for people fleeing their houses-turned kindling has produced incredible drama. The fires even managed to overshadow one of the ugliest attacks … [Read more...] about A small ($87 billion) price to pay for freedom
From a basement on the hill…
A tortured soul gives hope and light even after his candle burns out. By Brent Russo Staff Writer I have a close friend who likes to listen to Elliott Smith whenever she’s down. It makes her, as she says, “feel good about being depressed.” I feel the same way; somehow sad music has the power to uplift me. Yet, since the singer-songwriter’s death at age 34, my friend cannot … [Read more...] about From a basement on the hill…