NICOLE ALBERTSONStaff Writer The Pepperdine’s women’s basketball team rose from a loss this week as it fell to San Francisco early on and turned to conquer San Diego on Saturday at the Firestone Fieldhouse. “San Francisco had players that made big shots,” Head Coach Julie Rousseau said. “They had more intensity and we are still in a learning process. But don’t worry, we made … [Read more...] about Lady Waves show strength in home play
Laying down the law
JESSICA MERTURIStaff Writer While teaching his first media law class, adjunct professor Jon Pfeiffer made a reference to “Miami Vice” that left his students with blank stares. No one knew what he was talking about. However, the experience turned out to be a "wonderful gift" that would change the way he taught his classes. “[Student's] awareness span of current events probably … [Read more...] about Laying down the law
Get off the couch ‘cause Thursdays just got better
CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor Editor’s Note: This is the fourth of a seven-part series featuring fun, out-of-the-ordinary activities to do each day of the week. It is the perfect guide for those who find themselves searching for new ways to spend their nights. Thursdays are busy days. The week is almost over, and there is so much to do before the weekend. But the nights are … [Read more...] about Get off the couch ‘cause Thursdays just got better
Lackluster Grammys disappoint
CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor The Grannys. That is what my guy friends called Sunday’s 49th Annual Grammy Awards, and I honestly can’t blame them. Music’s biggest night, as it is proudly called, was just plain boring. Yes, I will admit, there were a few “whoa” moments. Some faves that top the list are Mary J. Blige rocking the stage in a dressed-to-kill white frock that, despite … [Read more...] about Lackluster Grammys disappoint
Professor’s music chronicles true drama of Nazi resistance
LIDA MANUKYANStaff Writer Pepperdine Associate Professor of Music Dr. Lincoln Hanks has composed a number of musical works over the years, but his most recent composition, “Tegel Passion,” has a historical foundation unlike most: Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. The compelling oratorio — a musical term for composition that features a text that is dramatic in character and … [Read more...] about Professor’s music chronicles true drama of Nazi resistance