To say that recent economic news has been grim would be an understatement of Monty Python proportion. One doesn't need to look far to find a myriad of references to depression recession and "these tough economic times." Yes gloom is in the air and modern pessimism flourishes. The fatalistic media is fanning the flames. And yet about a week ago a glimmer of hope shone through … [Read more...] about Optimism conquers economy
Living Proof
Randy Jordan a Pepperdine graduate is living proof to never give up on your dreams.On March 20 his band Tango Kilo will perform at Blue Ultra Lounge in Agoura Hills a striking accomplishment from his start as a high school band member.The band will celebrating their new record deal with 9Lives Records and will be playing songs from their newly released CD "Rain in Blue."When … [Read more...] about Living Proof
Hawaii & Tourism
THE POINT BREAK SURF SHOP HAS BEEN OWNED AND OPERATED FOR THE PAST 13 YEARS BY HAWAIIAN TONI BLANCHARD. LOCALS AND TOURISTS ALIKE COME TO RENT AND BUY TOOLS TO SURF THE PACIFIC OCEAN. BECAUSE OF THE NATIONS ECONOMY BUSINESS HAS BEEN ROUGH.TOURISM IS DOWN THAT MEANS LESS MONEY FOR THE STATES REVENUE. TO GET PEOPLE TO SPEND BUSINESSES HAVE TO LOWER THEIR PRICES.LIKE OTHER LOCAL … [Read more...] about Hawaii & Tourism
Pep Rent Car
No car on campus? Now you can still drive.In December Hertz launched its new car-sharing club Connect By Hertz and Pepperdine was one of the first universities to sign on.Senior Anna McDermott lives on campus without a car and was the first student to use the service. She says she drove her rental car through the Los Angeles area for six days and enjoyed her experience."The … [Read more...] about Pep Rent Car
Vegas and the Recession
Lady Luck in not on the side of Sin City...In a town once thought to be recession proof Vegas is feeling a failing economy. The statistics show the economy in Vegas is just like the rest of the country...in a recession. But this Valentine's weekend Vegas did not show signs of people scrimping and saving. Restaurants were packed popular clubs had lines of hundreds and big shows … [Read more...] about Vegas and the Recession