Zach EnglundSports Editor Upon first meeting senior James Ross, he might appear as just an ordinary student — a little eccentric, perhaps, but still your every day, unpretentious individual. One would never guess that a regular guy like Ross would be attempting the remarkable, the extraordinary, the unthinkable. On a whim, Ross and his father decided they would plan and train … [Read more...] about Senior stretches global legs
Student TV show is alright being ‘dumb’
JOHN VIGNOLOStaff Writer “The Randumb Show” is the longest running TV show in the history of Pepperdine, produced solely by students. Senior Zane Witzel, television production major, has been involved with “The Randumb Show” since his sophomore year. He has worked as a producer, host, writer, editor and everything in between. He currently leads “The Randumb Show.” According … [Read more...] about Student TV show is alright being ‘dumb’
Debate fails to meet potential
Ryan HagenAssistant Perspectives Editor Days of high-stakes political chicken culminated Friday as presidential contenders John McCain and Barack Obama stepped onto the stage together. After skirmishing about whether there should even be a debate, given the financial crisis, the two potential leaders of the free world took to their podiums for a full-on battle to settle who … [Read more...] about Debate fails to meet potential
Midterm grades for Waves
Derek SedamAssistant Online Editor With the paper taking a few weeks off, I was assigned the duty of handing out some mid-term grades for each team taking action in the fall. Sadly, I haven’t attended any games. So, the grades I hand out will be just as absurd as the doctorate Lou Holtz received in football. Men’s Water Polo: I must admit, I’m not a big water polo fan. Sure, … [Read more...] about Midterm grades for Waves
President Benton addresses economy
Dr. Andrew BentonUniversity President M E M O R A N D U M TO: Campus Community FROM: Andrew K. Benton President DATE: September 30, 2008 RE: Wall Street, the Credit Crunch and Pepperdine While we may be far removed from New York City and Washington DC, the remarkable events of the past few days have our rapt attention. I thought it … [Read more...] about President Benton addresses economy