MATTHEW C. PICCOLOStaff Writer This summer, while Pepperdine students were enjoying work, recreation and travel, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa was involved in some extra-curricular activities of his own. Although married, he admitted to an affair with Telemundo52 news anchor Mirthala Salinsas. If the mayor’s shameless cheating and lack of commitment does not trouble … [Read more...] about Politicians’ private lives reflect public integrity
How to survive living with the rooommate you never wanted
LISA CUMBIELiving Editor After a long day of settling into a new school year, all you want to do is crawl into bed, sink into your pillows and drift off to sleep. And just as you’ve accomplished the first two steps to a restful slumber and you start to close your eyes, a stranger opens your door. Yes, you may have met this person when you picked which side of the bedroom you … [Read more...] about How to survive living with the rooommate you never wanted
Women extend home win streak
ZACH ENGLUNDSports Assistant Things were firing on all cylinders for the Pepperdine women’s volleyball team last weekend, with the Waves beating No.-20 Santa Clara and No.-15 San Diego at home in convincing fashion. The first victory for the Waves (12-10, 8-2 WCC) came at the expense of what was supposed to be a formidable opponent in Santa Clara (16-6, 6-4), the same team … [Read more...] about Women extend home win streak
London House to receive $4 million renovation
JAIMIE FRANKLINStaff Writer Pepperdine’s London House will receive a $4 million makeover in the spring to modernize its aging plumbing, electrical infrastructure and student areas. Administrators in Malibu and London have been working on plans to renovate the building since 2004, and have utilized input from students to develop the best possible designs. The house was last … [Read more...] about London House to receive $4 million renovation
Friendly tips ease frosh fears
LANDON PHILLIPS/Assistant Art Editor STAFF EDITORIAL Congratulations, new students. You have officially entered entered the wacky, yet wonderful world of Malibu. The superb beaches that have you breathless, celebrity sightings and the trendy shopping boutiques are not the only highlights this infamous surft town has to offer —although, it is fun to tell friends and strangers … [Read more...] about Friendly tips ease frosh fears