SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor While students go to college to specialize in one area of study, many companies often expect college graduates to be familiar with more than just one--a dilemma leading to students changing their majors. Pepperdine’s Communication and Business divisions came up with a solution: They created a new major that covers three areas of study. This, … [Read more...] about New marketing major offered
Trashy TV: reality’s newest ‘flav’
Staff Editorial The fall television season is in full swing and viewers can indulge in their favorite shows. Producers know that to maintain viewers, the shock value of their shows has to meet audience entertainment demands. While popular series like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “24” rely on top-notch writing and plot lines to retain popularity, many reality television series have … [Read more...] about Trashy TV: reality’s newest ‘flav’
Fast-paced lifestyle proves un-Italian
ANNA KINGFlorence Columnist Our first two weeks in Italy have been a whirlwind of 60 hours of Italian classes, leaving most of us without enough energy to speak it. We go out and try to order our panino sandwiches in Italian, but the lady at the counter simply asks, “Which one?” Hopefully, by the end of my time here I will be able to pass as a blonde Italian, but I feel that … [Read more...] about Fast-paced lifestyle proves un-Italian
Better safe than sorry
Public safety supervisor arrives at the crack of dawn, making sure campus life runs smoothly for students and faculty. KATE SCHWARTZStaff Writer As Pepperdine students and faculty live and work on campus each day, the Department of Public Safety works tirelessly to ensure campus safety. Sgt. Eric Barnes is a major part of this effort. After attending both La Habra Heights Fire … [Read more...] about Better safe than sorry
Behind the Scenes with Heather Collart
JANE LEESports Editor Ask any Pepperdine athlete or coach, and they will be the first to tell you that no face in the Athletics Office is more friendly or recognizable than that of Heather Collart. Known by all the athletes as Hev, Collart’s work extends way beyond the first cubicle office you see on the right when walking into Heritage Hall. As the Athletics Administrative … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes with Heather Collart