LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant There once was a little girl who lived in Texas. Her father, Ravi Shankar, happened to be the greatest sitar player in the world. He hung out with people like George Harrison and John Coltrane. She wanted to be great at music, like her father, but she wanted to do it in her own way. Norah Jones has grown up to become a talented singer, one who has … [Read more...] about Sultry singer glides through genres
Students soar like rock stars
CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor “From the top. Five, six, seven, eight,” Bill Szobody calls out to a group of sweatpants-clad dancers. It is a whirlwind of movement as dancers jump, spin, leap and roll into action in the mirrored dance studio at the Malibu Center for Performing Arts on Saturday morning. The energetic but visibly exhausted group of students is practicing the opening … [Read more...] about Students soar like rock stars
Funding for stem cell research no longer needed
Melissa GiaimoAssistant Perspectives Editor With yet another bill before Congress and fresh scientific developments, the embryonic stem cell research debate takes another turn. It is now clearer than ever that without conclusive findings on the effectiveness of embryonic stem cells, it is irresponsible for Congress to authorize additional federal funding, especially when … [Read more...] about Funding for stem cell research no longer needed
How to avoid the stairs
LINDSEY BOERMALiving Assistant Pepperdine’s seemingly endless stairs can dampen anyone’s day. After a gruesome workout at the Firestone Fieldhouse, students face the greatest workout of all: climbing the dreaded staircase. Even students merely having to get to class in the CCB are confronted with the laborious task of making it up the stairs without their sweat bullets becoming … [Read more...] about How to avoid the stairs
Head coach’s swift removal faces further investigation
AIRAN SCRUBYEditor In Chief Women’s lacrosse Head Coach Paul Ramsey has been removed from his position with the team, pending an investigation. Ramsey said he could not comment on the situation until he had spoken with a lawyer and with campus officials. “Right now no comment would be the best thing for everyone on the team and for me,” Ramsey said. Dean of Student Affairs … [Read more...] about Head coach’s swift removal faces further investigation