Nicole AlbertsonStaff Writer Dumb jock. Some people think of athletes that way. They think athletes ride into college on a scholarship and exert no actual mental energy throughout their academic career, skating by on athletic ability, and the favor of teachers who are sports fans. If this was true, people like Jonathan Winder would not fit into the “athlete” category. Winder … [Read more...] about Winder sets high standard off the court
Nonprofit fair offers students a variety of fresh opportunities
Lauren Morton-FarmerStaff Writer Today the cafeteria hosted Pepperdine’s annual Nonprofit Fair, part of the National Week of Peace, Hope and Justice. The Career Center hosted dozens of nonprofit organizations, both local and national, giving students access to over a hundred volunteer, internship and paid positions. With opportunities ranging from work in finance to fine … [Read more...] about Nonprofit fair offers students a variety of fresh opportunities
Dress code: Back to the drawing board
Staff Editorial The policy for appropriate exercise attire is anything but appropriate. Its claim to protect students from infection is far-fetched and it contradicts the university’s tradition of not having a dress code. Upon returning from break, students were shocked to walk past clip-art posters announcing the new exercise attire policy banning “booty shorts” and tank … [Read more...] about Dress code: Back to the drawing board
Toyota Prius: driving force of change
KALLE AKERSStaff Writier It sets the standard for environmental friendliness and comes in a variety of sleek colors. Movie stars and students alike, glide down Pacific Coast Highway without stopping for gas nearly as often. After all, it is known as the “heart and soul of the whole hybrid movement.” Meet the Toyota Prius. It frequently appears nestled cleanly in the tight … [Read more...] about Toyota Prius: driving force of change
Coming up next: your life
ASHLYEE HICKMANLiving Editor Today I decided my life was a television series—sans McDreamy, a high-powered job with the Donald, and a car. OK, maybe my life is not exactly the makings of the next ABC drama, but explore this with me for a second. I’d wake up on a stoic Seattle morning, stop by Starbucks and drive over to my job at Seattle Grace, the hospital where everyone is … [Read more...] about Coming up next: your life