Brittany WagnerPerspectives Assistant As I watched hoards of confident, carefree freshmen pile into the Elkins Auditorium, my stomach did a flip. Taking a deep breath, I headed though the double doors. It was the first day back from winter break and it seemed like everyone except me knew what was happening.It was Thursday, Jan. 4, along with more than 100 other transfer … [Read more...] about NSO helps spring transfers quickly adjust to life at Pep
Everyone belongs with Jesus as a friend
AMY LARSONStaff Writer Good old Abraham Maslow decided to tell people exactly what they needed long ago. In his Hierarchy of Needs, he starts with the obvious (water, air, and the like) and makes his way to “self-actualization,” his term for understanding ourselves and the world around us. Smack in the middle of his diagram, though, is a need that is deeply felt by each person … [Read more...] about Everyone belongs with Jesus as a friend
Passionate spirit boosts women’s lacrosse team
Janelle StrawsburgStaff Writer Despite the chilly weather this past weekend, the women’s lacrosse team braved the cold and assembled at Alumni Park to share its passion for the game with young lacrosse hopefuls. Why? Because it’s not just a ball. And it’s not just a stick. It’s lacrosse. And these Pepperdine women athletes love it. They really love it. With the recent … [Read more...] about Passionate spirit boosts women’s lacrosse team
Habitat house family selected
Caitlin WhiteStaff Writer A family has been chosen as recipients of the Pepperdine-sponsored Habitat for Humanity House that should be completed at the end of March. The Saravias, a family of four, will move in as soon as the house is ready. Construction is progressing well, according to the Pepperdine Volunteer Center and American Humanics Adviser Dr. Regan Schaffer, who … [Read more...] about Habitat house family selected
PETA’s case against POM not so “Wonderful”
Melissa GiaimoAssistant Perspectives Editor POM Wonderful, the hip pomegranate juice company that markets – for $3.29 a bottle – a healthy boost of antioxidants in its signature, sleek, curvy container is in under fire for animal testing. Although POM should seek alternative methods, animal testing is acceptable if conducted ethically for a necessary purpose.But POM uses … [Read more...] about PETA’s case against POM not so “Wonderful”