Thao & The Get Down Stay Down released their highly anticipated third studio album, “We the Common,” Tuesday. “We the Common” marks the third project by Thao Nguyen with her band, and the 12-track album does not disappoint. Nguyen’s unique brand of indie alternative folk-rock is front and center on this record and shows a more mature sound and vocal arrangement for the … [Read more...] about ‘We the common’ proves far from ordinary
Songfest brings joy and foot pain
So, you’re thinking about participating in Songfest — you know, that show where the student body takes the stage for a couple of days and shows off their awesome moves and singing voices (or the lack thereof). Doing the show definitely has its high points, but it comes with some low points as well. I know, I know, this is a truly life-changing decision, and it is not to be … [Read more...] about Songfest brings joy and foot pain
Some teachers deserve a timeout
Students, get out your notebooks. We have a report on the oddest teacher behaviors going on in the country. A Colorado high school teacher is being investigated for posting some inappropriate photos on her public Twitter account. Carly McKinney, 23, allegedly posted pictures of herself that possibly show her smoking marijuana, and drinking alcohol, as well as posting other … [Read more...] about Some teachers deserve a timeout
DPS Reports: Part II
DEPARTMENTAL - LOST/FOUND PROPERTY Date: Jan 31, 2013-Thursday at 11:29 Case Number: 13-00135 Location: FIRESTONE FIELDHOUSE Summary: FOUND PROPERTY TURNED INTO PUBLIC SAFETY - 2 BICYCLES Disposition: Referred to Investigations CRIMES - LARCENY/THEFT - PETTY THEFT - MISC. Date: Jan 31, 2013-Thursday at 13:35 Case Number: 13-00136 Location: TYLER CAMPUS … [Read more...] about DPS Reports: Part II
AKB presents plan of action
In a luncheon Monday at the downtown Jonathan Club, Pepperdine University President Andrew K. Benton unveiled an open letter to local college and university leaders. The 30-page letter was created by the National Commission on Higher Education Attainment, of which Benton is a vice chair. Benton, whose vice chair position represents all private and independent colleges and … [Read more...] about AKB presents plan of action