Samantha BlonsAssistant News Editor With priority deadline quickly approaching, it’s that time of year again — when freshmen choose which foreign country they want to make home the following year. Although Pepperdine’s year-long programs have historically received the most interest, the International Programs staff is working hard this fall to develop new and exciting summer … [Read more...] about Pep to launch five new overseas summer programs
Pepperdine alum victim of train crash
Brittany YearoutNews Editor Unwavering faith, unflappable and a man who would rather be flying in the air than putting his feet on the ground — that is how Walt Fuller will be remembered. The 54-year-old Pepperdine alum died in a crash Friday, in which a Metrolink commuter train collided with a freight train in Chatsworth. “When we couldn’t get ahold of my dad, everybody … [Read more...] about Pepperdine alum victim of train crash
Bin Laden hunt reflects failure
Mia SullivanPerspectives Assistant As the era of President George W. Bush comes to a close, I wonder what the harshly criticized man is thinking. How has he evaluated his two terms thus far? How will he assess his time in office once it has ended? With the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 having occurred during the first year of his presidency, Bush has been dealt a rough hand of … [Read more...] about Bin Laden hunt reflects failure
Staff Editorial: Nothing funny about comedian’s insults
Entitlement — most celebrities are tainted by the sense that they deserve such a privileged right. This impression can take shape in a number of ways. Some A-listers believe they can drive the streets of Hollywood after a night of drinking without facing jail-time for a DUI charge. Such was the case for Paris Hilton. Others believe they can assault the picture-thirsty … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Nothing funny about comedian’s insults
Vote 2008: Women’s rights play vital role in election
Jaimie FranklinAssistant Perspectives Editor When Republican presidential nominee John McCain announced Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his vice presidential running mate on Aug. 29, the 2008 election changed completely. An all-out media circus began. Palin, virtually unheard of three weeks ago, was thrust into a media firestorm regarding her staunchly conservative political views, … [Read more...] about Vote 2008: Women’s rights play vital role in election