SCOTT MILLERNews Assistant While still enrolled in courses at Pepperdine, sophomore political science major Richard Nye has been embroiled in the current war in Iraq, along with the ensuing controversies. Nye has been in Iraq, serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Army since October 2006. Since his deployment overseas, Nye has witnessed the real side of war, and as a result, he has … [Read more...] about Iraq soldier’s faith in war’s cause still unwavering
Parking illegally on campus more difficult with new fines
Marc ChoquettePerspectives Editor The cliché thing to say about any sort of cost increase at Pepperdine is to be outraged for awhile, realize that its not going to change, then live with it. It is a simple three-step process. Tuition increases substantially and everyone says, “this is bogus,” then sees their tuition bill and realize they weren’t kidding around. Book prices … [Read more...] about Parking illegally on campus more difficult with new fines
Pep women earn 1-1 split on home turf
ZACH ENGLUNDSports Assistant It has been an up and down season for the Pepperdine women’s basketball team. The Waves lost a home game, 69-60, against Santa Clara last week but rebounded with statement-making 76-73 win over Saint Mary’s this past Saturday. A season marred with inconsistency has the Waves stuck just under the .500 mark, holding a 2-5 conference record and a 9-13 … [Read more...] about Pep women earn 1-1 split on home turf
International Studies seeks new division chair
RACHEL JOHNSONNews Assistant Pepperdine faculty members of the International Studies Division are on the lookout for a new division head after the term of the current chair, Dr. Robert Lloyd, expires. The selection is expected by Feb. 19th. Lloyd, a professor of international relations, served as division head for four years and was re-appointed to hold the same position for … [Read more...] about International Studies seeks new division chair
Protests highlight opposition to war, Bush’s troop surge
Jim CohenStaff Writer Protesters took to the streets Saturday in cities across the United States from sunny Los Angeles to wintry Washington, D.C., as Americans from all backgrounds voiced their opposition to the war in Iraq and President Bush’s surge plan to escalate an unpopular war. Iraqi demonstrators, raising signs saying “peace” demanded Baghdad return to its former … [Read more...] about Protests highlight opposition to war, Bush’s troop surge