By Michael TravisEditor in Chief The controversial California Coastal Commission may have finally been placed in legal checkmate after a long game of political power chess with its often-disgruntled opponents, the property owners and cities along the state’s coastline. On Dec. 30, a state Court of Appeals found the commission in violation of the separation of powers doctrine … [Read more...] about Coastal Commission loses huge court battle
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Big Deal: Do not allow zero tolerance
By JJ BowmanNews Editor We live in an era where tolerance reigns as never before. It wasn’t long ago when women had no place in the workforce, minorities had no place at drinking fountains and homosexuals had no place out of the closet. But now when one has a problem accepting the presence of other people, a little lesson in tolerance training takes the Archie Bunker right out … [Read more...] about Big Deal: Do not allow zero tolerance
New GE curriculum impacts all students
By Jordan MorrisAssistant News Editor For the first time in 18 years, Seaver College’s general education program will undergo comprehensive changes. Effective next semester, new requirements and courses will affect all new and returning students. These changes are the result of a process that lasted more than four years and involved discussion among both faculty and students. … [Read more...] about New GE curriculum impacts all students
Malibu fires contained
Brush clearance, Mother Nature help keep damage to only three homes.By Joann GroffAssistant Sports Editor This round of Malibu fires is down for the count, but not without leaving 1,300 acres charred and three homes damaged. The stream of fires doesn’t compare to those in the past as far as destruction, but they did inspire an element of fear due to particularly harsh winds. … [Read more...] about Malibu fires contained
Overseas students enjoy spiritual retreat
By Alyssa RosenbaumStaff Writer Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Cold, brisk air rushes into your nostrils. Feel the warmth of bright sunlight on your face. Gaze at the majestic beauty of the Northern Italian Alps around you. The forested mountain peaks and streams of clear, blue water dominate the landscape. You are on top of a mountain completely isolated from the … [Read more...] about Overseas students enjoy spiritual retreat