Photos by Milan LoiaconoNewsweek's 2012 Number One Rabbi in America Rabbi David Wolpe spoke at a convocation event in the Fireside Room on Thursday.In his lecture, Wolpe described the Jewish faith's view on the Messiah and salvation, drawing comparisons between Judaism and Christianity's beliefs. "The essence of uncertainty when it comes to death — I think that really … [Read more...] about Rabbi David Wolpe Defines Jewish Understanding of Salvation
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The Board Celebrates Halloween with “Lights Out”
Photos by Lidia BayneThe Board’s monthly movie event showed “Lights Out” on Friday, Oct. 28, keeping with the Halloween season. “Lights Out,” directed by David Sandberg and released in July is based on a short film with the same title, which Sandberg directed and released in 2013. The film tells the story of a family haunted by a vengeful spirit … [Read more...] about The Board Celebrates Halloween with “Lights Out”
Drake Celebrates His Birthday with New Music
Image Courtesy of Young Money EntertainmentIt was Champagne Papi’s 30th birthday, but he gifted his followers with new songs. The new releases are part of an upcoming project titled “More Life” that will drop in December. He doesn't want it to be another album or mixtape, but a playlist that becomes the soundtrack of our lives, Drake said. Although each song … [Read more...] about Drake Celebrates His Birthday with New Music
Make Friendsgiving a New Tradition
Photos by Micah Lambert Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what you're most thankful for in life and what new blessings the year has brought. Most students head home for the holiday to spend time with family, but what about your friends here at school? For those students staying on campus for Thanksgiving this year, or simply looking to celebrate the friendships they've found … [Read more...] about Make Friendsgiving a New Tradition
‘Crazy For You’ Brings Talent and Tap to Pepperdine Stage
Photos by Lidia BaynePepperdine's fall musical, "Crazy For You," combines tap dance and romantic comedy to bring a fresh performance to the stage. The musical, directed by professor Bradley Griffin and featuring senior Jalon Matthews and sophomore Kathryn Semple, opens Thursday in Smothers Theatre."Crazy For You" takes place during the Great Depression and tells the story of … [Read more...] about ‘Crazy For You’ Brings Talent and Tap to Pepperdine Stage