Ashton EllisStaff Writer As chastened Republicans cast a hopeful gaze toward 2008, many are wondering who will be their next presidential nominee. The Democratic takeover of both congressional chambers, coupled with a retreating President Bush, gives campaigners an opportunity to run against Washington. But marketing one’s self as anti-establishment will not be enough to propel … [Read more...] about A new conservative majority
Waves splash to meet victory, LMU all wet
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor The Pepperdine swimming and diving team traveled to neighbor Loyola Marymount Sunday and competed against the Lions and Cal State Northridge at the LMU Pentathlon. The Waves won two of the three pentathlon events when freshman Danielle Kimmel and senior Alison McLeod won short and long pentathlons, respectively. For this pentathlon, each … [Read more...] about Waves splash to meet victory, LMU all wet
Flag football ‘Rice Bowl’ raises funds to feed hungry
JAIMIE FRANKLINNews Assistant Student-led organization Pepperdine4Service has planned a flag football competition for students this weekend as part of the “Rice Bowl,” a fundraising campaign for the nonprofit organization Rice International. The day will start at 1 p.m. in Alumni Park with student teams of five gathering to start competition. Any group of students or student … [Read more...] about Flag football ‘Rice Bowl’ raises funds to feed hungry
Season for joy not arguments
Jim CohenStaff Writer Yep, it’s that time of year again. A time when Americans are given the opportunity to gather with family and friends to enjoy a gluttonous occasion of excessive self indulgence. From turkey to stuffing, to cranberries and every kind of potato you can imagine. There is no better day to celebrate Thanksgiving than on a day when we can watch 12 hours of … [Read more...] about Season for joy not arguments
Almighty leads in semester of success
AMY LARSONStaff Writer I am a Spiritual Life Adviser this year for a freshman dorm. This is a job that I was a bit hesitant to apply for, simply because I was not certain what it would entail. I spent all summer thinking about the worst possible scenario, the toughest questions I could be asked and wondering how I would respond should these things become a reality. I came … [Read more...] about Almighty leads in semester of success