For Eric Downs, acting at Pep is more than a passion…it’s tradition. By Jen Clay A&E Assistant Four years ago, as a senior in high school, Eric Downs visited Pepperdine to audition for the music department. “Our first day here happened to be opening night of the musical, which was Evita,” he said. “My dad and I were just blown away. I knew that – not only was the school … [Read more...] about The tunes of Tevye
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…
Revelations and Revolutions
City of Angels Film Festival offers audience dialogues in film and theology. By Ma ya Minwary Assistant A&E Editor In an era where violence, sex and profanity are common in movies, it’s rare that people can still find a spiritual message underlying such films despite the crude surface. Last weekend, more than 1,000 students, faculty, nuns, theologians and movie lovers … [Read more...] about Revelations and Revolutions
Towers, Dorm Road to be linked by stairs
SGA and HCL also propose a staircase connecting upper and lower Dorm Road. By Virginia Thomas News Assistant All they want for Christmas is their two sets of stairs. And, they’ll probably get at least one. The Student Government Association, Housing and Community Living, and the Dining Services Committee is planning a meeting with Jim Brock, director of Housing, as soon as … [Read more...] about Towers, Dorm Road to be linked by stairs
Waves face the best of the West
Pepperdine begins play in its first tournament as a team today at the ITA Omni Hotel Regionals in Carson. Tough competition expected. By Kyle Jorrey Sports Editor In what players and coaches have tabbed their biggest tournament of this fall, the men’s tennis team begins play early today at the ITA Omni Hotel Regionals in Carson, Calif. For the first time this preseason, every … [Read more...] about Waves face the best of the West