MELISSA GIAIMOStaff Writer Ever wonder how the shoulder, elbow and wrist work together in a penalty throw in water polo? Perhaps, the speed fluctuations while throwing a hammer? Or maybe, the effects of wind and altitude on 100-meter sprinters? Dr. Michael Feltner, chair of the Natural Science Division and professor of sports medicine at Pepperdine, spends his career asking … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Chair Feltner
Denim Day and sexual assault awareness
CARA VAN METERStaff Writer Malibu Mayor Ken Kearsley compares the lack of dialogue and openness concerning sexual assault to the silence of decades past when it came to fatal diseases like cancer. “When I was a kid, no one talked about cancer. They just died. But over the years, with awareness efforts, now we have tremendous rates of treatment, and we’re increasing the … [Read more...] about Denim Day and sexual assault awareness
Natural Science Division: Student research
KATE SCHWARZStaff Writer Student research is a common ambition among the Natural Science Division at Pepperdine. Ranging from plant recovery after fire to the DNA composition of tiny fish, students and faculty are discovering things that they think could change the world. One of those students is senior Phillip Johnson, a biology major focusing on environmental science. His … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Student research
Santa Monica takes positive steps toward boosting affordable housing for arts community
CARISSA MARSHStaff Writer For such an arts-centered city, Santa Monica has been missing the mark when it comes to providing affordable housing for its creative residents. But change is on the horizon, as the city makes small steps toward providing more low-cost housing for its artistic community. It is not easy to understand why there is a lack of affordable live/work spaces … [Read more...] about Santa Monica takes positive steps toward boosting affordable housing for arts community
Natural Science Division: Office manager Stacy
KEYLA VASCONCELLOSStaff Writer Many students say that when you come to Pepperdine University, it is a very hard to leave. That is a true for Stephanie Stacy, office manager of the Natural Science Division. Stacy was born in Burbank, Calif., but grew up in Westlake Village. She is the oldest of three, with two younger brothers. She is still close with her family and manages to … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Office manager Stacy