By Laurie Babinski Editor in Chief “Photography is a profoundly personal medium,” said photojournalist George Azar. “A photographer lends others his eyes.” Azar has lent his eyes to millions since 1981 when he began documenting the untold Arab-Israeli conflict. He lent his eyes to Pepperdine last year when he provided the background photos to “Two Rooms,” a production … [Read more...] about Photojournalist reveals Arab world
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Programming Board axed
By Michael Travis News Editor The ballots have been counted, the decision is in and the voting is over. But the controversy is not. After an extended dispute, the Programming Board has been removed from the Student Government Association constitution. And the dust hasn’t settled just yet. Resolution 10 was passed by the student body last Wednesday and affirmed by the General … [Read more...] about Programming Board axed
Setting anchor in the changing current
Benton writes out his 10-year vision plan for the university. By Laurie Babinski Editor in Chief He’s a man with a vision. It sounds cliché, but overlooking the ocean in Malibu, it’s hard for President Dr. Andrew K. Benton not to be inspired, especially when he’s at the helm of a 65-year-old academic institution affiliated with the Church of Christ and founded on the … [Read more...] about Setting anchor in the changing current
Stopping the seepage
By Kimiko L. Martinez Assistant News Editor Effluent from the affluent. Experts say it’s one of the sources of contamination that’s spilling onto Malibu beaches and into Santa Monica Bay through Malibu Lagoon. But city leaders are hoping that recent state funding will help solve the problem. Up to $2.5 million will go toward the completion of the Malibu Lagoon’s … [Read more...] about Stopping the seepage
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Four men killed in India after shootoutCALCUTTA, India – Gunmen riding as passengers on two motorcycles attacked the American Center in Calcutta about 6:30 a.m. Monday as the building's security guards were changing shifts, police and U.S. Embassy officials said. The attackers pulled out rifles from under their shawls and opened fire on police guards, killing four and injuring … [Read more...] about National & International