DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer Pepperdine’s basketball program ended another era sooner than it hoped. After less than two years as the head coach of the men’s basketball team, Vance Walberg resigned last Thursday, citing family issues as the cause. Later in the day, Athletic Director John Watson named assistant coach Eric Bridgeland the interim head coach. Bridgeland and Watson … [Read more...] about Interim basketball coach takes reigns
Voter demographics, candidate strategies add interest to primaries
RACHEL JOHNSONStaff Writer Primary season pressed on for both Democrats and Republicans as they squared off yet again in Nevada last weekend. Though the primaries took place in the same state, they couldn’t have been any more different. Sen. Hillary Clinton, D—N.Y., won a close contest over Sen. Barack Obama, D—Ill., (John Edwards placed a distant third) while Mitt Romney was … [Read more...] about Voter demographics, candidate strategies add interest to primaries
Heigl delivers laughs ‘27’ times
NICOLE ALBERTSONLife Editor “27 Dresses” hits a home run as a smart and funny comedy men and women can enjoy together. This undeniable hit brings Katherine Heigl to the forefront as a talented comedic actress and a charismatic leading lady. This fun-loving romantic comedy is a great light-hearted movie and wonderful way to kick off the New Year. Leading lady Heigl captures the … [Read more...] about Heigl delivers laughs ‘27’ times
Juicy online site runs dry
BRITTANY YEAROUT Assistant News Editor Pepperdine’s Student Government Association voted 23 in favor and five against to ban access to juicycampus.com from the university network Wednesday night. SGA President Andy Canales said he does not know exactly what day the Web site will be blocked. The Web site was founded by Duke law graduate Matt Ivester on Aug. 1, 2007 with the … [Read more...] about Juicy online site runs dry
Anteaters halt win streak
DAVID TESIC/Assistant Photo Editor GREG BARNETTSports Editor The No.-2 Pepperdine men’s volleyball team played host to defending national champion University of California-Irvine Wednesday night in front of a big crowd at Firestone Fieldhouse. The Waves got into a 2-0 hole before winning game three, but eventually lost the match in four games, 3-1. The loss was the first of … [Read more...] about Anteaters halt win streak