A ‘Cheer’ful Wave CHRIS SEGALDirector of Strategic Planning There is one NCAA Division 1 team performing without a head coach that still has the ability to get fans in Firestone Fieldhouse pumped and excited. Despite the stresses of a grueling schedule, the lack of any scholarships, or even being allowed to register early with the other teams, this team prides itself on … [Read more...] about DAVID TESIC/Assistant Photo Editor
The four essential chords
NICOLE ALBERTSONLife Editor You look good in ripped jeans, the tie-dye bandana frames your feathered bangs and the purple leopard spandex is just tight enough for you to still be able to breathe. The lights dim and the fog machine emits a low cloud of mystery over the crowd. You can hear the constant shrieking of fans screaming and then a slow hush silences the hall. The … [Read more...] about The four essential chords
Professor receives prestigious recognition
BRITTANY YEAROUTAssistant News Editor Baylor University announced Wednesday that Pepperdine biology professor Stephen Davis has received its distinguished 2008 Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching. The Cherry Award is the only national teaching award for college professors and has the single largest monetary reward of $200,000. Along with the stipend, the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Professor receives prestigious recognition
Students gear for triathlon with aid of weekly class
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Online Editor Lydia Graham loves triathlon. She loves it so much that she wants to share the excitement of the sport with as many people as possible. And in August 2007, she finally brought the passion to Pepperdine for the first time in the history of the university. However, Graham’s initial journey to Pepperdine did not go as smooth as she … [Read more...] about Students gear for triathlon with aid of weekly class
Seniors choose to lead through teaching
JAIMIE FRANKLINNews Assistant Pepperdine seniors are taking advantage of an opportunity to serve in underprivileged schools across the country, with 11 seniors joining the ranks of Teach for America next year. This year 64 percent of Pepperdine applicants were accepted into the program, more than tripling the national acceptance rate of only 21 percent. “I would say that in … [Read more...] about Seniors choose to lead through teaching