I was driving at home in Alabama over Christmas break with the radio tuned to a country station of course and on came Faith Hill's "A Baby Changes Everything." Though I am generally ambivalent about country songs with such cliché titles especially in the case of made-for-Christmas tracks I decided to give it a chance. I quickly realized how much the song really had to … [Read more...] about Judging modern Mary
Alumna extends bonds with Malibu community
As Director of Crest Associates and President-elect of the Malibu Chamber of Commerce Heidi Bernard works to embody Pepperdine's motto by living a life of purpose service and leadership. Starting as a student worker in the Crest Associates office her senior year at Pepperdine Bernard has worked her way up the ladder by striving to connect Malibu and Pepperdine interests. … [Read more...] about Alumna extends bonds with Malibu community
The all-Americans not rejected
The best thing about the All-American Rejects besides lead Tyson Ritter's high cheekbones is their cookie-cutter pop-emo sound. The Reject's tremendously bratty yet persistently hooky singles have secured the quartet's high position on the Billboard charts as well as on iTunes top songs. Oklahoma based rock band made their debut on the music scene in 2002 breaking young girls … [Read more...] about The all-Americans not rejected
Swimming and diving coach leaves legacy
In the midst of his ninth season at the helm of the Pepperdine women's swimming and diving team Head Coach Nick Rodionoff has already made his mark as one of the most successful coaches in any sport within Pepperdine athletics. Time trials for this season preceding the PCSC Championships are set to take place January 31 at home and Rodionoff is hoping for continued success.From … [Read more...] about Swimming and diving coach leaves legacy
GPS?guides to greater destination
I am in love with Bertha. She is amazing because she understands me. With a simple love tap she guides me to wherever I need to go. Since I got my car I have developed a sort of love affair with her - she is my Global Positioning System or GPS. The saying "Location location location brings a new meaning to my life at Pepperdine. Think about the university's geography. The … [Read more...] about GPS?guides to greater destination