DAVID NAKAGAMIStaff writer This year looks to be the season of first-year coaches with high expectations, with the Pepperdine cross country and men’s basketball teams bringing in new faces. The reigns to Pepperdine’s cross country team were handed over to Robert Radnoti when Dick Kampmann stepped down after 17 years of faithful service. Radnoti, who describes his predecessor … [Read more...] about Runners battle for top-place finishes
Student relaxation relief is both needed and near
LINDSEY BOERMAStaff Writer For many students, college life can seem like nothing more than a whirlwind of grueling classes, exhausting extracurricular activities and demanding social events. Rarely do personal time and relaxation fit into the mix. Yet, with relaxation opportunities becoming as plentiful as the stress that they relieve, Pepperdine students now have an excuse … [Read more...] about Student relaxation relief is both needed and near
Malibu Diedrich’s closes after Starbucks buy-out
Orange County-based coffee chain will close some locations as a result of the Starbucks takeover. CURRY CHANDLERAssistant News Editor Students who enjoy hanging out at Diedrich Coffee in the Malibu Colony Plaza may want to grab one more cup of joe before the shop is gone for good. In an agreement announced Sep. 14, Starbucks Corp. has purchased a majority of Diedrich Coffee … [Read more...] about Malibu Diedrich’s closes after Starbucks buy-out
New faces tee off, make solid debut
Pepperdine men’s golf team receives impressive performances from all five players en route to a third-place finish at New Mexico tournament. SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor Despite losing six players from last season, the Pepperdine men’s golf team got off to a solid start of the 2006-07 campaign when the brand-new team captured third place at the William H. Tucker … [Read more...] about New faces tee off, make solid debut
Location key to successful study
SHANNON URTNOWSKILiving Editor Studying — it is one of those things many students do not want to do, but in most cases need to do to maintain decent grades. However, there are a number of students who agree that finding the right study spot can make all the difference, helping to turn a not-so-pleasant experience into one that is, well, pleasant. To those who want to venture … [Read more...] about Location key to successful study