Life & Arts

After five years of silence, American indie-rock band The Shins released their newest record, “Port of Morrow” on March 20, 2012. This five-part surf rock band, originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, formed back in 1997 and has released four full-length albums to date. “Port of Morrow” is the first Shins album not released by Sub Pop Records. Rather, this LP was released on … [Read more...] about Music Review: ‘Port of Morrow’

I pray it’s Wednesday, since that’s the day I have the easiest load and deal with the least amount of students. They don’t understand that their criticisms hurt and that I want to leave as much as they want me to leave … Sadly, I realize it’s Monday. It’s 7:30 a.m. and time to get started. The first wave of students will hit around 8 a.m., then I’ll endure the language chapels … [Read more...] about Please help the SAC

Exit Strategy It’s definitely unromantic and it’s definitely a comedy. It’s intentionally awkward sometimes, and unintentionally painful during others. It’s witty in thought but average in execution. “Exit Strategy,” directed by Michael Whitton in his directorial debut, premiered in Los Angeles Friday, March 9 to a sold-out crowd. Whether that crowd was impressed is another … [Read more...] about Movie Review: New idea misses mark

How many times a week do you repeat the same activities, have the same conversations and complete the same tasks? How many times a week do you try something completely different and new? How often do you throw yourself outside of your comfort zone? Most busy people tend to find themselves getting into an unbreakable, boring routine with very little change. Living life on the … [Read more...] about Take a risk for a change

Looking to mingle with celebrities, socialites, and renowned journalists? Pepperdine’s Women of Color, WOC, club is hosting its second annual fashion show this Saturday night in the Waves Cafe. The event opens its doors at 6:00 p.m. for guests to peruse the merchandise, shop around, and get settled. The runway fashion show, which is the highlight of the night, will run from … [Read more...] about Supporting a cause through fashion