JANELLE STRAWSBURGStaff Writer Life on the big screen. For most a dream, but for the Pepperdine baseball team, that dream will soon become a reality. Starting with Saturday’s alumni game, the season swings into gear, with a new high-tech scoreboard equipped with a Jumbotron to showcase the boys in blue. The new Daktronics scoreboard, similar to the old one in height, has been … [Read more...] about New scoreboard sends big message
Face in the Crowd: John Winder
MEREDITH GRANTStaff Writer Junior John Winder, a 6 foot 8 inch, volleyball player, is much more than just an intimidating opponent. He has a huge heart for others and says he trusts God with his life. John likes to dream big. He is the kind of guy who despite his wisdom, laughs at the thought of giving advice to anyone. And though he is very accomplished, (including being … [Read more...] about Face in the Crowd: John Winder
Student group raises human rights awareness
JAIMIE FRANKLINAssistant News Editor A new student organization advocating liberation in North Korea is gathering student support and planning a variety of events on campus for the spring semester. As a new chapter of the larger organization, LiNK has worked to educate and raise awareness on campus about the dire human rights violations occurring in North Korea. The group held … [Read more...] about Student group raises human rights awareness
Waves crash LMU for first conference win
DAVID NAKAGAMISports Assistant Saturday’s battle between Pepperdine and rival Loyola Marymount was not just another in-conference game; although West Coast Conference play was still in full swing, this match was a must-win. The Waves edged the Lions by a final tally of 57-55. Four games into the conference schedule, the Waves and Lions were the only teams without a conference … [Read more...] about Waves crash LMU for first conference win
Caps for kids with cancer
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