Fast-paced sport of horse racing has started to draw younger crowds; some credit to’Seabiscuit.’ By Lindsey Besecker Assistant Sports Editor The sound of pounding hooves rings in the ears of hundreds of spectators as chills of excitement crawl down their skin. As the horses stride quickly toward the finish line, the spectators yell out numbers of their favorite entrants. The … [Read more...] about And they’re off!
Survey shows drinking, drug use below average
By Joann Groff Assistant News Editor Drunken driving. Binge drinking. Designer drugs. These are some of the top concerns of the Seaver College administration after receiving the results of the 2003 Core Institute Alcohol and Drug Survey. The good news? There are only a few concerns. Almost every category, including drinking, tobacco use, attempted suicide, damaged property, … [Read more...] about Survey shows drinking, drug use below average
Netters cruise past Harvard, start conference play with a 10-2 mark
By Lindsey Besecker Assistant Sports Editor The end of the preseason has come, and the No. 6 Pepperdine women’s volleyball team will take a two-week break before beginning West Coast Conference play in October with a match against San Francisco. “I think our conference is as strong as it’s been maybe since the inception of the conference,” Head Coach Nina Matthies said. “San … [Read more...] about Netters cruise past Harvard, start conference play with a 10-2 mark
When can affirmative action justify admission to college?
By Erica Randall Staff Writer As an African-American, I know it is important to be aware of the devastating African-American history of the past 400 years. However, I’m still aware of an upsetting African-American present time that, while evolving to healthier forms, still struggles to maintain optimism in the face of discrimination. For example, my family and I were … [Read more...] about When can affirmative action justify admission to college?
Women look to stay healthy and make a run for Sweet 16
By Christine Paulson Staff Writer Coming off a year plagued with injuries, the coaches of the women’s tennis team are focused on one simple goal this season: to stay healthy. “Staying healthy will obviously pave the way for us accomplishing our other goals,” Head Coach Gualberto Escudero said. Those goals include repeating conference, going to Nationals and then advancing to … [Read more...] about Women look to stay healthy and make a run for Sweet 16