By Massiel Ladron DeGuevara Staff Writer For 27 years, the Pepperdine Natural Science division has been hosting the Natural Science Seminar series. The series focuses on the disciplines of math, biology and chemistry, with the objectives of exposing students to different disciplines they would otherwise be unfamiliar with, or to build on what students are learning in the … [Read more...] about Natural science lectures examine the mysteries of life on Earth
Athlete of the Week
Michelle Barker SPORT: Women’s Diving YEAR: Junior HEIGHT: 5-5 WHAT SHE DID: In high school, Barker placed sixth in the 1998 CIF Southern Section Championships. She also placed tenth in the CIF championships as a sophomore. She did not complete her senior year due to an injury. Barker also participated in the Crown Valley Divers, based in Laguna Niguel, for many years. She … [Read more...] about Athlete of the Week
Survey confirms Payson plans
By Laurie Babinski Editor in Chief What do students, faculty and staff want when Payson Library is renovated? More on-site books and research tools, extended hours, a more inviting environment and quieter rooms. Henry Gambill, director of assessment and special assistant to the vice president of planning, information and technology, released the results of the first student, … [Read more...] about Survey confirms Payson plans
Dunphy’s club digs on foes
By Jill Oberly Staff Writer Those driven into Firestone Fieldhouse by the cold weather and rumors of snow in Malibu were in for an exciting surprise Tuesday night as the Pepperdine men’s volleyball team went head to head with cross-town rival Cal State Northridge. Those who sought shelter were not disappointed as the Waves upset the Matadors in five games. Many dedicated … [Read more...] about Dunphy’s club digs on foes
Photojournalist reveals Arab world
By Laurie Babinski Editor in Chief “Photography is a profoundly personal medium,” said photojournalist George Azar. “A photographer lends others his eyes.” Azar has lent his eyes to millions since 1981 when he began documenting the untold Arab-Israeli conflict. He lent his eyes to Pepperdine last year when he provided the background photos to “Two Rooms,” a production … [Read more...] about Photojournalist reveals Arab world