CURRY CHANDLER Assistant News Editor Within Pepperdine’s student body, 21.8 percent of students cite the Churches of Christ as their “religious preference.” As members of the university’s strongest denominational link, Church of Christ students can be seen as privileged by non-members. Finding a school with a Christian mission was a critical factor for junior Anthony Casciano … [Read more...] about Church affiliation sparks student misconceptions
Students step into community with new volunteering venues
JULIS NAVARROAssistant News Editor Blake Franks/Staff Photographer Rather than sleeping in on a Saturday morning, Sara Benavides wakes up at 6 a.m. every other weekend to help build homes for families in need. And while most students are enjoying lunch between classes, Jason Tamez is teaching practical English to Spanish speakers at the Malibu Labor Exchange. Benavides and … [Read more...] about Students step into community with new volunteering venues
Caddy offers new tricked truck
SCOTT REYNOLDSStaff Writer I am going to be honest — I do not care for trucks. Trucks seem completely pointless as a means of basic transportation. Yet, as I write my scathing opinion about trucks in general, I cannot help but look out the window into the parking lot and think, wow, that is awesome. Cadillac’s 2007 Escalade EXT has turned me into a believer. I would like to … [Read more...] about Caddy offers new tricked truck
Skid reaches three straight
Soccer team struggles on road, looks to bounce back in conference opener. ZACH ENGLUNDSports Assistant Coming off a loss against No.-3 UCLA, the Pepperdine women’s soccer team was looking to rebound and return to its winning ways on the road. Unfortunately, the mission was not accomplished, with the Waves (6-4-2) losing in two hard-fought matches against Utah and the … [Read more...] about Skid reaches three straight
Frat life all Greek to Pep
DAVID KOBStaff Writer Two years ago, I called my dad and told him I was pledging a fraternity. He instantly conjured up stories from his frat days, most of which involved alcohol, sleepless nights and basically getting his rear kicked (all in delightful hindsight). When I broke the news that you are not allowed to do that anymore, he said, “What? Then why would you join … [Read more...] about Frat life all Greek to Pep