William P. Young leaned against the podium casually as he surveyed Wednesday's convocation attendees. He laughed and shrugged his shoulders as he addressed his audience. "I'm in so over my head you have no idea he said. Many may find Young's statement difficult to believe. He is the author of best-selling novel, The Shack, which has sold more than 10 million copies … [Read more...] about 'The Shack' author discusses nature of God shame
VIDEO: Spirit Cup competition moves to fall
The Pepperdine University Spirit Cup Competition has taken an early fall start. The Spirit Cup traditionally corresponds with Homecoming. However with plans to move Homecoming to the fall next year moving the 2009 Spirit Cup is a test."It's kind of easing the transition said Kapua Kauhane, Pepperdine student activities coordinator and a 2008 alumna. Michael Sprague, manager … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Spirit Cup competition moves to fall
Facing Race
Pepperdine students had the opportunity to do the impossible this week. By stepping inside a device called the Human Race Machine set up in the Waves Cafe students could see themselves as they would look as a member of another race. The machine which resembles a photo booth takes a picture of the person inside. That photograph is then edited by adding ethnic features on top of … [Read more...] about Facing Race
Sustainability Corner 10/8
By now everyone has heard the rumors involving plastic and cancer so why not give in to something you know is eco-friendly safe and stylish? Instead of a boring plastic see-through nalgene bottle instead be seen toting around the svelte and sexy Sigg. This season you will hear everyone talking about who is carrying what Sigg and in what color all over campus. Beyond the … [Read more...] about Sustainability Corner 10/8
Women's soccer falls to Bruins at home
Although 409 orange-clad fans occupied the stands at Tari Frahm Rokus field Friday it wasn't enough to inspire a win out of the Pepperdine women's soccer team which fell to UCLA 2-0.Before the loss the Waves were riding on a six-game home winning streak. The Waves' record dropped to 6-4 while UCLA clinched their ninth straight victory improving their record to 9-1-1. Even … [Read more...] about Women's soccer falls to Bruins at home