Melissa GiaimoAssistant Perspectives Editor Although Malibu public schools earned high marks in California’s annual school assessment, the California education system and API evaluation method is in disarray. Last Tuesday, March 27, California’s Department of Education released the revised 2006 Academic Performance Index (API) and state rankings. API measures academic … [Read more...] about Top scores for Malibu schools, but not for state
First Lady honors graduates’ dedication to service
<previous next> play stop Photos by Chris Segal/Planning Editor SHANNON KELLYEditor in Chief First Lady Laura Bush praised Seaver College graduates for their dedication to service founded on faith during her commencement address today in Alumni Park. “Use your talent and energy to make the world a … [Read more...] about First Lady honors graduates’ dedication to service
The best moments
TAELORE RHODENStaff Writer Many students remember last fall’s first Convocation at Pepperdine -- a ceremony commemorating the men’s tennis team’s NCAA national championship. Many said that they became teary-eyed with pride as they watched the slideshow and the team on stage, sensing something special about these Waves. Now, many months later, the Waves are celebrating their … [Read more...] about The best moments
Destined for greatness
JOSE TORRESStaff Writer If you watch Pepperdine’s baseball team long enough, you get the feeling that something special is happening. There is even a sense of confidence in players not seen in previous years. “I want to go to Omaha,” said Centerfielder Adrian Ortiz. “I want to go to the College World Series. I think we have a shot. I think we’re really good. I think if we come … [Read more...] about Destined for greatness
Women’s lacrosse season wrap-up
ERIK HAYDENStaff Writer The Pepperdine women’s lacrosse team completed a successful season that saw the Waves ranked in the top 20th nationally and included some memorable victories. The team finished with a 9-7 record and barely missed the WWLL Division II championship when it lost the title game April 22 to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 10-9. In addition, the Pepperdine B Team … [Read more...] about Women’s lacrosse season wrap-up