Twenty-five years ago close to 70 percent of full-time freshmen reported that they believed they were in the top 10 percent of mentally stable students in their class. Fast forward to today and only 52 percent place themselves that high. The survey "The American Freshman: National Norms Fall 2010 conducted by the UCLA Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) reported said … [Read more...] about Freshmen under most stress ever
Statham's happiness is a warm gun
"Someone has to fix the problem." And Jason Statham has a knack for playing characters who do. In The Mechanic which hit theaters Jan. 28 Statham's character Arthur Bishop takes the film's tag line to heart. Bishop is a professional assassin — a "mechanic" who eliminates or "fixes" targets — seeking revenge for the murder of his close friend Harry played by the … [Read more...] about Statham's happiness is a warm gun
Putnam Wins Team places second in Arizona Intercollegiate
The men's golf team placed second in the Arizona Intercollegiate match that wrapped up Tuesday in Arizona. Senior Andrew Putnam won the tournament shooting 7-under 206 to take his second collegiate tournament win. The Waves lost to San Diego State despite being tied after the first round and finished two strokes ahead of the University of Arizona B Squad and Pacific University … [Read more...] about Putnam Wins Team places second in Arizona Intercollegiate
Law schools enroll while law jobs dwindle
Every year more than 50000 new students enter law school. However prospective law students should be aware that recent investigation suggests the likelihood of law employment is significantly decreasing. Before considering law school interested students will find it worthwhile to read a recent New York Times article. It cites a Northwestern Law study that shows a loss of 15000 … [Read more...] about Law schools enroll while law jobs dwindle
Business executives inspire Pepperdine students at career retreat
The Business Administration Division has proven once again that real-life application experiences are key in learning how to package oneself for success. Approximately 30 students were chosen to attend a Junior Career Planning Boot Camp at the Mandalay Bay resort in Oxnard Jan. 28-29 where they learned techniques in branding packaging and promoting one's best self to a … [Read more...] about Business executives inspire Pepperdine students at career retreat