Michigan cases could have far-reaching effects — even at Pepperdine.By Laurie BabinskiArt Editor Jennifer Gratz, 25, is the daughter of a police officer who dreamed of using a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan’s flagship campus to become a forensic pathologist. Patrick Hamacher, 23, was a high school varsity athlete who sang in the choir. He sought a … [Read more...] about Supreme Court confronts race in admissions
Celebs back good causes too
By Elice GiorgioneStaff Writer It’s no secret that Hollywood celebrities are quite active in the political, social and environmental arenas of our nation, often speaking out for or against critical issues that are germane to the world today. This supplementary role that so many actors, musicians and sports figures have assumed is perhaps even akin to that of a politician in a … [Read more...] about Celebs back good causes too
Illinois rolls over Waves
By Kyle JorreySports Editor With less than two weeks until the West Coast Conference Championships, the young Pepperdine men’s tennis squad is feeling pretty good about its chances. Despite a 7-0 loss Friday afternoon at the hands of nation’s top men’s tennis team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, Pepperdine players and coaches said spirits are high. The day before the loss, … [Read more...] about Illinois rolls over Waves
Grappling with diversity in enrollment
Seaver admissions employs race-conscious system to review applicants on case-by-case basis.By Jordan MorrisAssistant News Editor As the debate over affirmative action in university admissions heats up across America, Pepperdine struggles to maintain an admissions policy that fulfills the diversity needs of the university while remaining consistent with its values. In … [Read more...] about Grappling with diversity in enrollment
Should sodomy laws be overturned?
Con: Laws prohibiting same-sex relations are within the rights of state sovereignty.By J. Douglas StevensAssistant Opinions Editor Two men were jailed overnight for breaking the Homosexual Conduct Law which bans oral and anal sex between people of the same gender in the state of Texas. The two did not plan to lead a gay rights movement, but their case has sparked a revival of … [Read more...] about Should sodomy laws be overturned?