For Londoners, American football appears to be a wussy sport. The NFL has helmets and padding, while rugby has none of that. On the other hand, to Americans, rugby appears to be the lame sport. They can only pass backwards and there are not nearly as many juke moves nor are there any stiff arms. I came to London as the latter: the typical American who has no appreciation or … [Read more...] about How an American girl survived a game of pick-up rugby in London
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Comic Con International strikes again, fans invade San Diego
The annual 4-day convention officially opened Thursday to a ridiculous number of attendees, professionals and press members. Comic International is a world-renowned event with people travelling from all over the world to jump head first into the mecca of all things nerd. San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) has exponentially expanded its' guest-list over the years and with that has … [Read more...] about Comic Con International strikes again, fans invade San Diego
Pippen, Deng, Outkast’s Big Boi highlight World Basketball Festival
LONDON, ENGLAND— To say basketball “isn’t a big deal” in London is an understatement. A few weeks ago, my friend and I went on a mission to find a court to play on. The nearest one was indoors, but charged a hefty $67 fee per hour. The nearest free one? —A 30-minute Tube ride away. We arrived to four baskets. Only one hoop had a net—well, half a net hanging off. Two local kids … [Read more...] about Pippen, Deng, Outkast’s Big Boi highlight World Basketball Festival
The West Bank wall and hope in Israel
Prior to my trip to Israel, I’ll admit I had stereotypes. I feared for my safety at first, but those fears quickly disappeared as I began to learn about the culture and encountered the friendliness of the locals. Then, before our group drove into Bethlehem, I had more stereotypes. As a Christian, I imagined the “little town of Bethlehem” as a quaint place of Jesus’ birth. … [Read more...] about The West Bank wall and hope in Israel
Director of career services Jody Brightman dies
Jody Brightman, director of career services at the Pepperdine School of Public Policy for the past eight years, passed away peacefully Friday, June 21, according to a Pepperdine University press release. In an announcement by the School of Public Policy, Brightman was remembered for the guidance she gave to both students and alumni. She was a strong tie between the school and … [Read more...] about Director of career services Jody Brightman dies