Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito speaks at the School of Law as part of Constitution Week celebration. MELISSA GIAIMONews Assistant On a special visit to Pepperdine, Justice Alito reflected on his recent appointment to the Supreme Court. Alito visited Pepperdine on Monday as a guest speaker at the Pepperdine School of Law’s Annual Constitution Day Forum. Justice Alito spoke … [Read more...] about Justice visits campus to promote Constitution
Understand war before undermining
Troy SenikStaff Writer Harry Truman once said that “the only thing new in the world is the history that you haven’t learned yet.” The chronicles of time might not repeat themselves in perfect “Groundhog Day” detail. Certain constants do, however, ring out across the ages — factors that can’t be traced to localized context or time, but instead to the indelible aspects of human … [Read more...] about Understand war before undermining
Off-campus havens require commute
LINDSAY BOERMAStaff Writer For many, the off-campus commute is one to be dreaded — battling the traffic and watching dollars disappear at the gas pump. Pepperdine appeals to many, though, so those living off-campus choose to fight the barriers to get here. Even with Pepperdine’s housing costs averaging between $3,655 to $5,265 per semester depending on location and size, … [Read more...] about Off-campus havens require commute
Lilly endowment grant extended
Funding from the Lilly Foundation, expected to end this spring, will continue in new formats. KRISTEN ENGLERTStaff Writer Pepperdine University will extend its relationship with the Lilly Endowment Foundation as the Pepperdine Voyage program receives restructuring and new leadership. The Lilly Endowment Inc., is a private philanthropic foundation that was created in Indiana in … [Read more...] about Lilly endowment grant extended
Behind the Scenes With Jordan Bettinger
WAVES PUBLIC ADDRESS ANNOUNCER JANE LEESports Editor Any devout viewer who religiously tunes in night after night to “SportsCenter” on ESPN is familiar with the show’s regular on-air talent. Some may be fans of Stuart Scott, notable for his lazy eye and catch phrases, including “Booya!” and “Can I get a whoop-whoop?” The sports broadcaster somehow even manages to pull off the … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes With Jordan Bettinger