LISA YAMADAStaff Writer Architecture is moving away from the rational to the fantastic and free. Contemporary architecture is becoming controlled chaos, where angles can jut awkwardly left or pointedly right, masses of concrete and glass can form bulbous, flowing structures. More than the aesthetics are changing, these experimental designs are also becoming increasingly … [Read more...] about Design stars concern
Stripping the secret addiction
GREG BARNETTStaff Writer Alcohol and drug abuse are common addictions in this country, but online pornography is becoming the new drug of the 21st century. Porn addiction can affect any person with an Internet connection. That, experts say, combined with more than 4.5 million pornographic Web sites and sex from the media have lured people into the addiction of online porn. … [Read more...] about Stripping the secret addiction
Dennis Johnson (1954-2007)
In memory Former Pepperdine and NBA great Dennis Johnson died Feb. 22 after collapsing at the end of his developmental team’s practice. He was 52. Johnson helped the Waves to a 22-6 record and NCAA Tournament appearance as they advanced to the second round in the 1975-76 season. Johnson averaged 15.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game en route to being named … [Read more...] about Dennis Johnson (1954-2007)
Students wait, worry as their boyfriends fulfill military obligations in war in Iraq
AMY ROGGStaff Writer Every day, U.S. soldiers train for their possible deployment to Iraq. Pepperdine freshman Lyndsi Stephens waits with dread until the day her boyfriend, George, has to leave. “He’s been in the Army since we’ve been dating,” Stephens said. “When I found out he was going to Iraq, I was very heartbroken.” Stephens and her boyfriend met in high school in … [Read more...] about Students wait, worry as their boyfriends fulfill military obligations in war in Iraq
Pep snubs gay student group, club left to form Malibu chapter
CARA VAN METERStaff Writer Much like members of any other student organization, Pepperdine students who are involved in the Malibu Gays, Lesbians and Everyone Else (GLEE) club gather regularly. Like members of any other club, they sponsor student events and spend time getting to know each other better. There’s a difference, though, between the Malibu GLEE club and other clubs. … [Read more...] about Pep snubs gay student group, club left to form Malibu chapter