Professors and administrators say parents who do too much for their adult children hurt students in the long run. SAMANTHA BLONSNews Assistant They e-mail the professor when their student’s course grade dips. They call the International Programs Office when their student is waitlisted to a program, administrators when he is in academic trouble, or the Housing Office when she is … [Read more...] about Hovering parents hamper students in career goals and social skills
Pep’s sex policy should be explicit
Camille GamboaContributor In 1998, President Clinton publicly made the term “sexual relations” very controversial. It was his distorted interpretation of this term that led to him lying under oath and eventually to his impeachment. Pepperdine's policies on sexual relations (from the student handbook), have the same problem because Pepperdine's policy-makers also have … [Read more...] about Pep’s sex policy should be explicit
How to host and celebrate Thanksgiving away from home
SHANNON URTNOWSKILiving Editor It is time to trim the turkey and whip up the mashed potatoes and gravy. Oh yes, you guessed it — Thanksgiving is near. A holiday for food, family and fun, Thanksgiving really is a day when people should be thankful for all they have. But, not all of us will be home this holiday season, celebrating with Mom’s stuffing or cozy watching the annual … [Read more...] about How to host and celebrate Thanksgiving away from home
Public Safety takes care to secure special events
CARA VAN METERAssistant Art Editor As the music ended and the band made its way back to the tour bus, two uniformed Public Safety officers directed students and other members of the Jars of Clay audience back to the parking lot, halting traffic until all the pedestrians made it safely across the street. Public Safety’s role in special events actually extends beyond the routine … [Read more...] about Public Safety takes care to secure special events
New Congress must work together
Staff Editorial Tuesday’s election results certainly came as a surprise to many, in that while Democrats were sure to take back the House, the Senate would prove more difficult. With Conrad Burns, R-Mont., and George Allen, R-Virg., conceding victory to their Democratic opponents, suddenly the Senate is also in Democratic hands. It is the first time since 1994 that Democrats … [Read more...] about New Congress must work together