In the late 1950s Paris was quite a different place than it is today.Still reeling from the devastating effects of the previous decade's world war the future of French society was torn between the communist totalitarianism of the U.S.S.R. and the United States' model of individualist laissez-faire capitalism. Amid this backdrop a group called Situationist International emerged … [Read more...] about Drift your way out of being displaced
Homeless share common humanity
The man was a little bit younger than my dad tall blond and fairly handsome with a dignified appearance. Talking to him one could tell he was educated intelligent and rational. His words commanded attention full of compassion and valuable insight and his gentle spirit was unmistakable.Yet on this cold February night in downtown Denver Hans clad in dirty work boots ill-fitting … [Read more...] about Homeless share common humanity
Water Polo: Men take weekend by the hair on their heads
After a tough week of practice thoughts about winning and new team bonding through mohawks the Pepperdine men's water polo team got what they earned— two sweeping victories in just one afternoon."The mohawk is awesome it really gave everyone a spark freshman centerback Danny White said. I think they will continue to inspire us for weeks to come."No. 5 Pepperdine played … [Read more...] about Water Polo: Men take weekend by the hair on their heads
VIDEO: Faculty students celebrate Veterans Day
Freedom is the fundamental principle upon which this nation was founded. This freedom however must be actively protected and fought for. Veterans Day is a day dedicated to our armed forces the courageous men and women who defend our freedom.Many of these brave men and women live and work at Pepperdine. Students and staff members alike have been soldiers from all branches of the … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Faculty students celebrate Veterans Day
'Stoning' breaks hearts explores feminist issues
A hush fell over the crowd Monday as the lights dimmed in preparation to start the show "The Stoning of Soraya M." The quiet lasted the entire film only interrupted by the gasps and quiet sobs of the shocked audience.The movie follows the tragic true story of an Iranian woman named Soraya who is falsely accused of adultery and brutally stoned to death. Pepperdine's Center … [Read more...] about 'Stoning' breaks hearts explores feminist issues