Brett Clouser is a survivor. After enduring 39 days of grueling competition deep in the South Pacific for CBS's "Survior: Samoa" season he's still alive breathing chipper and diving right back into work on his socially responsible clothing line The Monument of our Hearts.Clouser's last year and a half has been a testament of risk reward and stepping up to the plate to … [Read more...] about Monument on Survivor
Student serious about rap
For many people the teenage dream of walking the red carpet as a successful performer in the entertainment industry vanishes as the reality of the real world sets in. But for a select few that dream eventually becomes a reality. One of those individuals is Brian Williams a Pepperdine freshman from Atlanta Georgia. Williams realized his passion for music when he was young and … [Read more...] about Student serious about rap
Just like mom makes for less
This week's feasting for fewer dollars requires a team effort. It's time to gather your buddies and put those Pepperdine grills to use because even though we all walk by them without considering them anything more than a part of the scenery they are perfectly functional and convenient.Living in George Page where people actually use the grills inspired me to save the gas of … [Read more...] about Just like mom makes for less
Routine charity distracts energy
As I sat late into the night with one of my dear friends we were both wrestling with what it takes to be truly compassionate. We both went through a list of nonprofits and social justice movements that we had supported by "giving up something in our lives" like for example donating our unused and worthless Caf points at the end of the year – without a doubt the ultimate … [Read more...] about Routine charity distracts energy
Sleepless in Seaver struggle
It's 1 o'clock in the morning and just as you finally finish your research paper for your morning class the next day you get a call from a friend reminding you that the quiz that was scheduled one month ago will be taking place tomorrow in your other class. Frustrated by the fact that this has slipped your mind you realize the only option now is to down that next cup of coffee … [Read more...] about Sleepless in Seaver struggle