CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor Wack. One cannot think of a better word to describe the exhibit at the Geffen Contemporary, one of three locations of the Museum of Modern Art in downtown Los Angeles. The works featured throughout the modest white galleries shock the senses with colorful, strange and erotic imagery.Even upon entering the warehouse-like space, visitors eyes are … [Read more...] about WACKed exhibition at MOCA shows femme art outside the box
Writer of everything
NINA HANNAStaff Writer Pepperdine University professor Gary Galles is no ordinary teacher. Having taught at Seaver College for the past 25 years, he has established himself as a longtime and distinguished professor of economics. But a better title might be Writer of Everything. Galles’ collections include hundreds of articles and opinion pieces. His writings have appeared in, … [Read more...] about Writer of everything
Preacher and teacher
TIMOTHY MAKIStaff Writer Since he was young, Greg Daum knew that he wanted to be involved in serving others. He was never too interested in math or science so rather than becoming a doctor, he focused his attention on teaching. Now a professor at Pepperdine University for seven years, Daum has become a popular teacher who students count on to be fun and easy to talk to. The … [Read more...] about Preacher and teacher
Professor looks to “carpe diem” wherever he goes
STEWART HOStaff Writer Despite being the new guy in the Communications Division, he cheerfully waves and greets passing professors and students from his office. “Hey Gary!” says Professor Johny Garner without missing a beat as his colleague passes by his door. Garner, upon being hired last year by Pepperdine University, moved with his wife and black lab puppy “Snickers” in … [Read more...] about Professor looks to “carpe diem” wherever he goes
Good as Gould
NAOMI BYRDStaff Writer Settlers were attracted to California because of a shiny yellowish substance that would make them rich. Gold! The Gould’s, however, were attracted to this state for different reasons. Professor Kara Gould is one of the new Communication Division teachers at Pepperdine University. Hearing the journey that brought her here to Malibu, one is able to key … [Read more...] about Good as Gould