RYAN HAGENNews Assistant The largest revision in the history of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) has been cancelled because the new format limited the number of times the test could be offered and therefore the number of students who could take it, according to the institution that runs the test. Also, previously-canceled dates in August and September will be reinstated. Among … [Read more...] about GRE retracts set changes, original dates still standing
Pelosi’s outing to Syria helps U.S. reputation in Middle Eastern press
Airan ScrubyEditor in Chief Since her instatement as speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi has been called many things, not all complimentary.Her awkward political maneuvers have earned raised eyebrows from political commentators. Especially notable has been her recent decision to visit Syria, a country with which the President and loyal “Bushies” claim to have … [Read more...] about Pelosi’s outing to Syria helps U.S. reputation in Middle Eastern press
Virtual dance for vote heats up
ASHLYEE HICKMANLiving Editor Sanjaya Malakar still hangs on the to the top of the “American Idol” dynasty while Simon Cowell reminds America that it is a singing competition. In a show where a form of democracy reigns questions could arise as to the competence of the American people’s abilities to vote. This is a world where a hairdo and beaming smile can give a first class … [Read more...] about Virtual dance for vote heats up
Grunion grace Malibu beaches
JAIMIE FRANKLINAssistant News Editor While thousands of students, residents and tourists frolic across Southern California’s sunny beaches each day, few consider the impact they have upon creatures dwelling in the sand and the nearby waters. Dr. Karen Martin, a Pepperdine marine biology professor, however, has spent years meticulously studying our beach ecosystems and … [Read more...] about Grunion grace Malibu beaches
Ten things class of ’07 will miss
Staff Editorial Every hello ends with a good-bye. This semester’s Graphic said hello to the year 2007 with a breaking online news story on the Malibu fire, followed by the unusual-snow-in-Malibu story in the first issue. It feels like the spring semester began not too long ago, but the time has already come: this semester’s Graphic staff has to say good-bye with this issue.The … [Read more...] about Ten things class of ’07 will miss