At around 8:15 p.m. on Valentine's Day an intriguing sound flowed from Smothers Theater. It was not the sound of a world-renowned album nor of familiar love songs. Instead it was a completely original performance of improvisation mixed with a talented pianist bassist and drummer. Michael Wolff a middle-aged man who made the decision long ago to pursue a life in music started a … [Read more...] about Pianist plays musical improv
The best way to build community
Throughout my years as a student here I've found myself genuinely invested in the communal atmosphere of Pepperdine. I served for two years as a Resident Advisor and one of my supposed responsibilities was to help foster community within the residence halls. More recently I have found myself as Student Government Association (SGA) president essentially serving as a … [Read more...] about The best way to build community
Faith. Love. Coco Puffs: Students go whine tasting
The other day I ran into someone in the caf who was visibly upset as she held her chicken sandwich. When I inquired about her emotional state she responded in a way I found shocking."Because there were no vegetables by the grill today she said. She was fuming because there was no ****ing lettuce for her mother-****ing sandwich - heaven forbid. I guess I was just functioning in … [Read more...] about Faith. Love. Coco Puffs: Students go whine tasting
Americans face humanitarian hypocrisy
From Gaza to the Democratic Republic of Congo the United States fails to properly fulfill its role as a humanitarian. As the leader of the free world America is endowed with responsibility. Yet too often political agendas modify the effects of American humanitarian aid which in turn modifies the very essence of humanitarianism.Recently this was clearly exemplified by … [Read more...] about Americans face humanitarian hypocrisy
Stone's film "W" offers criticism
In a small Santa Monica video store surrounded by films of all genres quality and significance one of America's most controversial directors sat down to speak to a wall-to-wall crowd of about 100. Exposing society's weaknesses and ruffling political feathers has been the goal and result of Oliver Stone's movies for the past 30 years.On Friday Feb. 13 he brought those strong … [Read more...] about Stone's film "W" offers criticism