DAVID KOBStaff Writer Until the Senate passes The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006, a bill which bans most online gambling, the Internet will continue to facilitate another vice onto our already over-stimulated nation. The arguments center on poker’s controversial “game of skill” avatar over a “game of chance.” I’m not going to bore you with the logistics of … [Read more...] about Online gambling distracts students
U.S. push for world-wide freedom must persevere
Neil RosekransStaff Writer Americans should look to Natural Law when considering their responsibility during this crucial period when war-time actions will shape this country’s future. The premise supposes that there is an underlying law that applies to all mankind. Transcending race, culture, borders, religion and time, it emphasizes that there are objective truths in this … [Read more...] about U.S. push for world-wide freedom must persevere
How to make sure you get to class on time
MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor At times, students may feel the need to go to class, and for the extra industrious, even want to get there on time. This is not exactly a natural feeling and suggests a possible case of OCD — think Jack Nicholson in “As Good as it Gets.” All the same, it holds true for some. New beginnings breed new responsibility. Perhaps you want to … [Read more...] about How to make sure you get to class on time
Lisa Cumbie and Shannon Kelly/Art Editor and Perspectives Editor
Pep’s palms sprout big bills Shannon KellyPerspectives Editor Does money grow on trees? Yes it does — on the palm trees in front of the Center for Communication and Business. That is how Pepperdine students will now answer this question if my hypothesis proves correct, and I am confident it will. The frawns may be tied up now (standard brand-new expensive tree procedure), so … [Read more...] about Lisa Cumbie and Shannon Kelly/Art Editor and Perspectives Editor
Diversity drought sparks policy review
JULIS NAVARROStaff Writer Recent controversy at UCLA has universities questioning their approach to admissions and how they ensure ethnic diversity on their campuses. Two percent of UCLA’s incoming class is black. At UCLA, however, the dwindling number of black students has spurred a dramatic change toward a more "holistic" approach in admissions. The most recent statistics … [Read more...] about Diversity drought sparks policy review