MICHELLE MCKINLEYStaff Writer The latest exhibit at the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art boasts an inconspicuous title: “Some Drawings.” But one step inside the on-campus museum reveals more than a few sketches by pop artist Jim Dine. While seemingly random images of hearts, tools, Venuses, bathrobes and other common household objects serve as the subject for many of the … [Read more...] about More than just ‘some drawings’
Iraq ‘deserter’ a hero for standing up for his beliefs
Jim CohenStaff Writer With an all-volunteer U.S. military, it seems it would be difficult for a soldier to object serving in combat. After all, every soldier knowingly volunteers to be put in harm’s way. Soldiers know they might have to fight in wars for reasons with which they may disagree. Although some say it is inappropriate for a volunteer soldier to object to fighting in … [Read more...] about Iraq ‘deserter’ a hero for standing up for his beliefs
Freshman phenom Cho guides tournament win
JANE LEESports Editor Pepperdine rookie golfer Misun Cho may be the only freshman on her team, but that did not stop her from shooting a final-round 2-under par 69 to claim individual medalist honors and guide the No.-9 Waves to a victory at the prestigious three-day Northrop Grumman Regional Challenge that concluded Wednesday at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. Pepperdine, which … [Read more...] about Freshman phenom Cho guides tournament win
House bill ineffective, redundant statement
SCOTT MILLERNews Assistant At the same time that a new report by MSNBC saying that sectarian violence is rising all throughout the Arab world, House Democrats introduced a non-binding resolution to oppose President Bush’s surge tactic. When reports like this are being printed, the appropriate course of action for the United States, which has hundreds of thousands of active … [Read more...] about House bill ineffective, redundant statement
Plame, Wilson are victims in CIA case
Marc ChoquettePerspectives Editor While the war in Iraq and the 2008 election dominate media coverage, there is an issue that is not getting the coverage it ought to receive. News outlets have rarely led with the story, and for obvious reasons: The issue is complex, tangible evidence is minimal, and the fact that the number of people involved with the case is staggering: … [Read more...] about Plame, Wilson are victims in CIA case