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College Republicans won’t let missteps of GOP challenger Bill Simon deter their support for the surprise nominee

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By JJ BowmanAssistant News Editor The adage “Be careful what you wish for” applies to many Republicans across the state. Although Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan appeared to have a lock on the GOP nomination for governor, the more conservative – and even many supporters say less electable – Bill Simon won the race instead, despite little backing from the White House or the … [Read more...] about College Republicans won’t let missteps of GOP challenger Bill Simon deter their support for the surprise nominee

Open school board spots affect students, faculty

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By Andrea BandaAssistant Opinions Editor The composition of faces that craft and develop the educational policy of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is set to change Nov. 5.  With the retirement of members Pam Brady and Thomas Pratt, as well as the end of terms for two other board members, President Julia Brownley and Brenda Gottfried, four positions are … [Read more...] about Open school board spots affect students, faculty

Leaving L.A.?

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The Valley will choose to remain under L.A. jurisdiction or become its own city Nov. 5By Nicholas JulianStaff Writer For years, residents of San Gabriel Valley have battled to secede from the historic city of Los Angeles. On Nov. 5, years of dispute and conflict will finally come to an end when voters take to the polls to decide whether the Valley will become a city of its … [Read more...] about Leaving L.A.?

Pep students raise money for sick kids

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By Crystal LuongStaff Writer Pepperdine is catching the next wave of philanthropy through Up ‘Til Dawn, the newest student organization to impact campus culture.  Up ‘Til Dawn’s goal is to raise $50,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, with the support and efforts of student teams for the next three months.  As director of Up Til’ Dawn, junior Kyle Packham, junior … [Read more...] about Pep students raise money for sick kids

Beach clean up tops Nov. 5 ballot

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Proposition for $3.44 billion water supply improvements highlights ballot choicesBy Maya Minwary--Assistant Lifestyles Editor &Nicholas Julian--Staff Writer Malibu’s Surfrider Beach is notorious for its high levels of bacterial contamination and ongoing health hazards to the thousands of beach enthusiasts, who travel there each year.  Several water bonds have been proposed … [Read more...] about Beach clean up tops Nov. 5 ballot