By Crystal LuongNews Assistant After months of waiting, the Student Government Association’s Safe Rides Program has officially launched into full operation. Students can now take advantage of Safe Rides whether in an emergency, stranded by a broken car or in a condition that prohibits driving and get discounted cab fare either to campus or their off-campus residence. … [Read more...] about SGA: Students in a pinch can finally call ‘Safe Rides’
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U.S. troops amassing in Persian Gulf WASHINGTON — By mid to late February, the U.S. military force in the Persian Gulf could exceed 150,000 soldiers, according to military officials. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld has signed three large deployment orders to send reinforcements of troops, armor, warships and combat aircraft. In the latest order, 27,000 troops are being … [Read more...] about National & International
More than 120 Pep profs rated on Web
On RateMyProfessor.com students boast and vent about their teachers and some administrators.By Sarah CarrilloStaff Writer Many students look forward to the teacher evaluations at the end of each semester and the opportunity to sing the praises or criticisms of their professors. Now, students can experience this thrill whenever they want with the Web site … [Read more...] about More than 120 Pep profs rated on Web
Popular Speech 180 professor Finley dies at 71
By Joann GroffAssistant Sports Editor An optimist is defined as a person who has an inclination toward hopefulness and confidence. Someone with a belief that good must ultimately prevail over evil. Other people choose to describe “the eternal optimist” as a particular man, Hayden Hunter Finley, a Pepperdine professor who died last Wednesday from pneumonia at 71. Finley felt … [Read more...] about Popular Speech 180 professor Finley dies at 71
Weight center juices up with a shot of renovation
By Doug StevensAssistant Opinions Editor To accommodate heavy traffic due to increasing popularity, Pepperdine’s weight center has undergone a renovation many would call long overdue. Work began Dec. 4 to remove a section of the center’s back wall, aiming to open up extra space and alleviate some overcrowding. The floor was also elevated and mirrors were added. The new … [Read more...] about Weight center juices up with a shot of renovation