The apple doesn't fall far from the tree for Pepperdine professor Dr. Mike Jordan's son Randy. You might not have guessed it but in his youth Dr. Jordan was a very talented drum player. And several decades later his son Randy became the lead drummer of the up-and-coming band TangoKilo. TangoKilo performed last Friday at Blue Club in Agoura Hills to a crowd of Pepperdine … [Read more...] about TangoKilo
Waves' D Stifles Toreros
For the third consecutive game the Pepperdine's men's basketball team has captured a conference victory. Last Saturday night the Waves took on the Toreros of the University of San Diego and came away with a 57-52 victory. Slow Starts Continue for PepperdinePepperdine has continued to struggle in the early minutes of recent games. Once again versus USD the Waves started out … [Read more...] about Waves' D Stifles Toreros
Waves of Faith: Islam at Pepperdine
For the few Muslim students who attend Pepperdine some said they find it difficult to fit into Pepperdine's predominantly Christian culture. Without a Muslim student association on campus meeting daily prayer requirements and building a sense of community is virtually impossible for some Muslim students.Sophomore Sameer Kahn is Muslim and spent seven years living in Saudi … [Read more...] about Waves of Faith: Islam at Pepperdine
Behind the Scenes with: Martha McClearen
A host of tasks must be met before the start of any athletic contest at Pepperdine: The floor must be swept the scoreboard set and the bleachers cleaned so they are spotless. Oh and the tickets must be ready for distribution. In her fourth year as ticket manger for all Pepperdine athletic events Martha McClearen has hardly seen the spotlight in recognition for her tireless days … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes with: Martha McClearen
New season brings hope
The Pepperdine men's lacrosse team has had its ups and down the past few seasons. Two years ago the Waves advanced to the West Coast Championship game but lost in overtime. In 2008 many players struggled with commitment and the team missed the postseason altogether. This season the circumstances are drastically different according to junior midfielder and Co-Captain Carter … [Read more...] about New season brings hope