Kelsie Villahermosa loves to sing, but what she really loves is peace of mind. By Peter Celauro A&E Editor STUDENT ONE: “Who’s that girl on stage with the curly hair? I hear her singing every week.” STUDENT TWO: “I don’t know, but she’s sure got a set of pipes!” Such is the conversation often inspired by Kelsie Villahermosa. For many Pepperdine students, seeing the … [Read more...] about Giving the gift of song
Opening the eyes of Pepperdine
On-campus film showing gives students a taste of the horrors of war.<o:p> </o:p>By Courtney Hong<o:p> </o:p>Staff Writer
There are films that skim only the surface layer of a viewer’s mind, if at all. Then there are those that pierce through the confines of the mind so sharply that the viewer has no choice but to be changed. <o:p></o:p>
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Writing away the long-distance blues
By J. Douglas Stevens Staff Columnist I have something to say to anyone living in dorm row with a significant other in Towers or apartments: I don’t feel sorry for you! For the past three weeks or so, some students — including yours truly — have been dealing with the fact that their special someone will be spending the semester abroad. Just imagine for a moment that your … [Read more...] about Writing away the long-distance blues
Pepperdine introduces film study initiative
Dr. Michael Gose is working on a new program to educate students using multi-media learning tools and raise awareness of film opportunities. By Joann Groff Assistant News Editor Movies are often a staple when it comes to entertainment value for college students. The introduction of the Pepperdine Film Study Initiative is one step toward spreading the idea that movies can offer … [Read more...] about Pepperdine introduces film study initiative
McClintock fills gap in California politics
By Justin Kerr Staff Writer When asked how he would solve California’s fiscal nightmare, state Sen. Tom McClintock answered, “I would apply the first law of holes: ‘when you’re in one, stop digging’.” The lawmaker should know a great deal about holes — he has filled many during the past three decades. From founder of a high-school political network to assemblyman and finally … [Read more...] about McClintock fills gap in California politics