ROXANNE PENAContributing Writer Hats Off For Cancer, started by Pepperdine alumna and Executive Director Tara Lawrence, has collected more than 650,000 brand-new hats over the past 10 years and distributed them to children with cancer. It all started in 1992, when her grandfather passed away from prostate cancer. Lawrence began volunteering with the American Cancer Society, and … [Read more...] about Caps for kids with cancer
Students save with school ID
JULIS NAVARROStaff Writer Pepperdine students will receive a delightful surprise the next time they visit some of the nearby restaurants and retailers. With the recent launch of a discount program, called the Student Savings Club, Pepperdine students will receive discounts and specials at participating merchants just by showing their school ID cards. Some of the restaurants … [Read more...] about Students save with school ID
Weekend action mixed, men find winning stride
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor Winning a national championship two years in a row is never easy, especially when a team opens its new season with a loss. However, Adam Steinberg said he is satisfied the way his players fought during Friday’s season opener against Illinois. “I thought the guys were amazing this weekend,” said the head coach of the Pepperdine men’s tennis … [Read more...] about Weekend action mixed, men find winning stride
Club Convo programs hold first meetings this week
LINDSAY TUGGLEStaff Writer The Club Convocation series is getting underway this week, with new sections devoted to relationships, sex, and personal improvement. Students who have enrolled in a section will attend six weekly sessions, each for convocation credit. Sessions typically consist of mentoring, small group discussions, and readings from related publications. Each … [Read more...] about Club Convo programs hold first meetings this week
Public Safety plans increased fines
KATE SCHWARTZNews Assistant The once $20 parking violation penalty, including failure to display the proper vehicle registration permit or parking in an area that is designated for other specific permits (faculty, staff or carpool) will now be increased to $40. Public Safety officials spoke to SGA on Wednesday in their general meeting regarding recent updates to university … [Read more...] about Public Safety plans increased fines