Every spring semester, Pepperdine’s Posse staff and scholars help organize a retreat for themselves and guest students to unite in dialogue over important current events. This year, the theme for discussion was “Crime and Punishment,” focusing on the true definition of justice and crime in the throes of an often divided nation. For those who do not know, the … [Read more...] about Posse’s Spring Retreat Sparks Conversation
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‘The Interview’ on Netflix
The highly contested film, “The Interview,” was released on Netflix this past Saturday, and the Internet went crazy. Sony’s “The Interview” has been shrouded in controversy for months. The initial release was canceled after theaters were threatened with terrorist attacks. The movie centers around talk show host Dave Skylark (James Franco) and … [Read more...] about ‘The Interview’ on Netflix
‘McFarland, USA’ sprints into hearts
Photo by Madison HarwellPepperdine alumni, parents, faculty, and staff had the opportunity this past Friday to attend a reception and pre-release screening of Disney’s newest movie McFarland, USA at the AMC Promenade 16 Theatres in Woodland Hills. Before the screening at 7:30p.m., attendees were treated to a reception at Maggiano’s Little Italy where heavy hors … [Read more...] about ‘McFarland, USA’ sprints into hearts
Dolores: A Part of History or the Ghost of Pepperdine’s Past?
Photos by Marisa Padilla When Pepperdine began its move to Malibu in 1972, and the Los Angeles campus slowly began to diminish in size, it was only natural that some vestiges of the original Pepperdine traditions followed the trek to the ocean. One of these beloved memories from the original campus is Dolores, the cherub statue that currently resides outside of the Caf. Dolores … [Read more...] about Dolores: A Part of History or the Ghost of Pepperdine’s Past?
Interview with Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees
So, starting from the beginning, you and your friend Chris Allen moved to Utah where you then met Branden Campbell and Elaine Bradley. How did the music scene in Utah shape your guys' sound and career?TG: I think it really helped us learn how to play better, because we were always in front of an audience. When we would play in California, a lot of the time we were just playing … [Read more...] about Interview with Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees