Campus Ministry hosted its spring retreat last weekend in the mountains above Lake Hughes, to escape the distractions of civilization and focus on the spiritual contrasts of darkness and light. This semester’s retreat explored the theme “vs.” to represent the gray areas and challenges of a daily Christian walk. The worship and most speaker sessions were student led, with … [Read more...] about This little light of mine
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SGA budget passes easily
Ocean’s 37 allotment dominates spring budget.By Crystal LuongNews Assistant The Student Government Association passed its spring budget last night in Raitt Recital Hall with relatively minor commotion and in a little more than an hour. The total available funds, which amounted to $127,875, were allocated toward the executive board, individual classes, Ocean’s 37, General and … [Read more...] about SGA budget passes easily
Smokers corralled to specific areas
By Andrea BandaA&E Editor Pepperdine is joining colleges across the nation embracing more restrictive smoking practices. While the university has not yet completely banned the habit, a committee approved a new policy Monday effective next fall that bans smoking in several areas of lower campus completely — including Joslyn Plaza, Adamson Plaza, the area around the … [Read more...] about Smokers corralled to specific areas
Van Velzer, Beard take up new posts
By Juana DiegoStaff Writer Teaching Pepperdine students to become citizens of the world is no easy task. Two recent appointees hope to have an impact on that process. Sharon Beard has filled the position of judicial administrator and 2001 alumnus Chris Van Velzer has taken on Nicole Phillips’ responsibility as student organizations coordinator. Beard, following Phillips’ … [Read more...] about Van Velzer, Beard take up new posts
Juan Williams focuses his ‘eyes on the prize’
By Christina MillerStaff Writer Why is it that there are still neighborhoods predominantly of one race? And shouldn’t everyone have an equal level of quality in education? As one of America’s leading journalists, Juan Williams speaks about social changes that are already taking place and still need to take place. Best known for writing “Eyes on the Prize: America’s Civil … [Read more...] about Juan Williams focuses his ‘eyes on the prize’