MIA SULLIVANPerspectives Assistant Last week, the ethics office at the University of Illinois sent a controversial message to university employees stating they have been barred from expressing their political beliefs on campus. However, faculty members are not only forbidden from discussing their political beliefs in class, but also prohibited from putting bumper stickers … [Read more...] about Professors deserve free speech
‘Eagle’ fails to soar
Alex SwobStaff Writer From director D.J. Caruso (“Disturbia”) comes another action-thriller staring Shia LaBeouf (“Holes”). “Eagle Eye” commences when Jerry Shaw, LeBeouf, comes back to his apartment one night and discovers explosives, weapons and multiple passports planted in his room. Shortly after, he receives a mysterious call from an unnamed woman telling him to leave … [Read more...] about ‘Eagle’ fails to soar
Waves have mixed results over weekend
ALEXIS SEBRINGSports Assistant The Pepperdine men's and women’s cross country team raced to the finish line at the Stanford Invitational on Saturday, with the lady Waves placing 13th out of 33 schools and the men finishing 20th among 28 schools. Sophomore Chelsea Wishard led the pack across the 6k course with a time of 22:08, followed by senior Brie Carroll at 22:51(56th) and … [Read more...] about Waves have mixed results over weekend
Drinking prompts new formal policy
Melissa GiaimoAssistant News Editor In response to alcohol consumption at fraternity formals, Student Affairs has tightened restrictions on drinking at all Pepperdine formals and dances. Under the policy, introduced last week, the university will prohibit overnight formals and dances; the venue must be within 75 miles of campus; a list of all attendees must be submitted and … [Read more...] about Drinking prompts new formal policy
Texting law hurts privacy, helps safety
Staff EditorialGraphic Staff A new California law, which in essence states, “thou shall not send, write or read text messages while driving,“ goes into effect Jan. 1, 2009. And, what a great law it is. How long will it be until the “thou shall not eat while driving” or “thou shall not use your hands to talk while driving” laws pass, as well? Truth be told, there are many … [Read more...] about Texting law hurts privacy, helps safety