Local roads employ a new means of protecting those who need to cross the street.By DeNae ThomasAssistant Lifestyles Editor The striking beaches, restaurants, stores and homes that line Pacific Coast Highway can make the famous road a dangerous drive. Few dare to take the challenge of crossing it on foot. “Trying to cross PCH is like trying to run through a blizzard without … [Read more...] about Crosswalks on PCH become a bit smarter
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War & peace
As the country braces for war, the Pepperdine community steps forward to serve its country in many different ways.By JJ BowmanNews Editor It’s hard to put faces on numbers after a certain point. Few can comprehend a number like 125,000, which is the amount of troops the United States has deployed to the Persian Gulf since December. When reduced to a smaller size, such as five … [Read more...] about War & peace
Big Deal: AIMing toward the future
By JJ BowmanNews Editor Since most college campuses guarantee free, non-stop Internet access before they can assure a room free of ants, mildew or an obnoxious roommate, we now have a permanent means of communication – America Online Instant Messenger, or AIM. And who can now imagine life without it? Sure, we may have become utterly dependent on a means of communication that … [Read more...] about Big Deal: AIMing toward the future
Forum takes back the night
Week of Peace, Hope and Justice winds down.By Faith LynnAssistant Photo Editor The Feminist Forum has been able to take an active role in Pepperdine’s student life this year. After a semester of inactivity, the Forum has taken a decisive step in reaching out to students by sponsoring this year’s “Take Back the Night” celebration, junior Tiffany Laine-Calhoun said. “Take Back … [Read more...] about Forum takes back the night
Series moves on without benefit of Convo credit
Second Dean’s Lecture installment highlights noted T.S. Eliot scholar, Dr. Jewel Spears-Brooker.By Kim OberhamerStaff Writer Seaver Dean Dr. David Baird expects students to attend his lecture series merely for educational value. While the series features distinguished scholars from around the country, many students say the lack of Convocation credit may hinder attendance. … [Read more...] about Series moves on without benefit of Convo credit