WILLIAM ADAMSStaff Writer Monday found the Pepperdine Women’s tennis team sweating to the oldies. “We’ve been surfing; running on the beach to get in good shape,” said junior Alexandria Lilies, a transfer from University of Florida. “We have been practicing hard, working on drills and playing matches.” The lady Waves are well into the swing of things as they look forward to the … [Read more...] about Women pumped up to serve for new, solid season
Face in the crowd: Alex Skinner
CAITLIN WHITEAssistant Living Editor Pepperdine’s telecom students have always taken advantage of the many opportunities offered by the close proximity to the entertainment industry. But the ability to produce quality drama wherever one might be is an indicator of true talent. Junior Alex Skinner is one of these endowed individuals. This Creative Writing major is beginning to … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Alex Skinner
Kerouac celebration only for money
ERIK HAYDENSTAFF WRITER A certain reverence is associated with anniversaries, whether it is a marriage, war or civil holiday. But it’s hard for me to drum up enthusiasm for an anniversary associated with a book or movie. It just seems as if this is a ploy by booksellers and movie studios to milk more money out of a work of art from overly loyal fans. This is so for “On the … [Read more...] about Kerouac celebration only for money
Comm accelerates master’s degree
PAUL CASEYNews Assistant Communication students can now do in five years what used to take six. The new Accelerated Master’s Program in Communication, which officially began this semester, allows students to leave Pepperdine after only five years with both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in hand. “Staying one additional year at Pepperdine for a master’s and bachelor’s … [Read more...] about Comm accelerates master’s degree
Jumpstart reads for world record
NICOLE ALBERTSONNews Assistant Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, one of Pepperdine’s largest charity programs, set a new world record last Thursday – for the second year in a row – when hundreds of thousands of children and adults read the same book at the same time. The campaign raised more than $1 million while also raising awareness on child illiteracy. The previous record … [Read more...] about Jumpstart reads for world record