The Twitterverse is buzzing after political journalist and Pepperdine alumna Michelle Fields (‘11) made allegations against Pepperdine professor Russell Burgos. Fields claims that the visiting assistant professor of political science posted a comment on Crooks and Liars writing she went ‘full retard’ during her Aug. 9 Fox News … [Read more...] about Pepperdine addresses comments toward alumna Michelle Fields
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Pepperdine Named One of Best Christian Colleges in US
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine University Pepperdine University has been named one of “The Best Christian Colleges” in the nation. The No. 4 of 50 ranking was revealed by Christian Universities Online on July 29. College of the Ozarks, Gordon College and Goshen College nabbed the top three spots on the list. The ranking takes into consideration “a variety of quantitative … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Named One of Best Christian Colleges in US
DPS Takes Part in Emergency Training Drill
Photo Courtesy of Mike Parker Pepperdine’s Department of Public Safety is conducting a “joint emergency training drill” on the Malibu campus Wednesday and Thursday, according to a press release. This year’s two-day training exercise marks the tenth year that DPS has partnered with law enforcement and fire agencies as an ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of … [Read more...] about DPS Takes Part in Emergency Training Drill
Police Standoff Ends in Malibu, Suspect in Custody
Photo Courtesy of Phil Riola A man wanted for attempted kidnapping, shooting and leading officers on a police chase was arrested around 9 p.m. in Malibu on Wednesday. The suspect led officers on a high-speed pursuit beginning in Chatsworth. He was wanted for attempted kidnapping and shooting an officer from an unidentified agency in the San Fernando Valley earlier in the … [Read more...] about Police Standoff Ends in Malibu, Suspect in Custody
Brendan Lane ’14 Wins NBA Summer League Championship
Photos Courtesy of Brendan Lane After struggling to shine as part of the UCLA men’s basketball program, Brendan Lane (’14) transferred to Pepperdine and displayed dominance on the court, averaging 13 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. Following graduation, 6-foot-9 Lane snagged a workout with the Sacramento Kings. Hailing from Rocklin, California, the Kings are Lane’s … [Read more...] about Brendan Lane ’14 Wins NBA Summer League Championship