By Maya Minwary and Kimiko L. MartinezStaff Writer and Assistant News Editor Students may soon have a backup ride if they find themselves intoxicated at a local location thanks to senate approval of the Safe Rides designated driver program. Although the Student Government Association meeting last Wednesday was shorter than usual due to Homecoming festivities, SGA covered many … [Read more...] about Student Government Association: Future programs discussed
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Teahouse prepares for special visitor
By Sarah CarrilloStaff Writer Tranquility permeates the quiet room above the library and the sense of the ancient traditions being carried out can be felt within the walls. The Japanese Tea Ceremony is not only a class available here at Pepperdine, but it is a way to learn about the rich culture and history of Japan. On Friday, Sept. 13, the headmaster of the Urasenke School, … [Read more...] about Teahouse prepares for special visitor
Greeks make a difference
By Kimiko L. Martinez Assistant News Editor They’ve got a reputation to live up to. From “Revenge of the Nerds” to “Animal House” and “Legally Blonde,” Hollywood has built an image of Greek life that most people assume is true. If the word “fraternity” pops up, images of wild parties and ritual hazings automatically come to mind. Think “sorority” and thoughts of bubbly co-eds … [Read more...] about Greeks make a difference
Lawson hired as Tulane VP
By Laurie Babinski Editor in Chief Vice President Dr. Nancy Magnusson announced Wednesday that Chief Information Officer Dr. John D. Lawson has been named vice president for information technology at Tulane University. Although the move will be a promotion for Lawson, the choice to leave was not easy to make. “We had to really kind of struggle with the decision to leave … [Read more...] about Lawson hired as Tulane VP
Life 592School spirit: From rah to blah at Pep
Christina Littlefield I've always had a lot of school spirit. I was even voted most spirited in high school. I never missed a home football game, I traveled with the basketball team to the state championships and I not only went to pep rallies, I organized them. I was also active in student government, service organizations and student publications. I can still belt out a … [Read more...] about Life 592School spirit: From rah to blah at Pep