Malibu City Council member Jefferson “Zuma Jay” Wagner is a quirky mix of traditionalist, environmentalist and empiricist who has made waves in local politics over recent years. Inspired by what future generations will inherit from his own, he has directed his efforts into enhancing and preserving the scenic beauty of Malibu’s 26 miles of coastline. “I got tired of picked up … [Read more...] about 'Zuma Jay' to leave city politics, environment remains key focus
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Holocaust survivor artwork adorns Payson
Payson Library’s display of artwork created by Holocaust survivors and a screening of documentary film “As Seen through These Eyes” illuminated survivors’ use of art in the face of tragedy. The Glazer Institute of Jewish Studies and Payson Library collaborated in an attempt to provoke further intellectual discussion among students regarding the Holocaust yesterday in an art … [Read more...] about Holocaust survivor artwork adorns Payson
Specificity stokes interest while GE's stifle
Professors teach their pet subjects well. I took spiritual writing with John Struloeff, who happens to be writing a book on Leo Tolstoy. He went on a tangent about him halfway through class one day, and 30 minutes later, we were all so wrapped up in Tolstoy’s life that we had forgotten to take our break. That’s learning, and that’s why we’re here. At other schools if your … [Read more...] about Specificity stokes interest while GE's stifle
Veritas forum returns to Pepperdine for two nights of 'Radical Conversations'
Students, faculty and guests committed to seeking truth spent the evening in “Radical Conversations” at the Pepperdine Veritas Forum in Elkins Auditorium Jan 29 and 30. The forum, sponsored by Student-led Ministries, featured speakers Randy Harris, Professor at Abilene Christian University, (ACU) on Sunday, and Dr. Richard Mouw, President of Fuller Theological Seminary, on … [Read more...] about Veritas forum returns to Pepperdine for two nights of 'Radical Conversations'
Parmelee dishes on relationship advice
“He loves me, he loves me not” does not seem to be the only problem anymore. From DTR (define the relationship) talks to having different love languages, relationships can often be one of the most important yet complicated things to deal with. Fortunately, Hannah Parmelee, the director of the Relationships IQ program, is available every week to assist students with any issues … [Read more...] about Parmelee dishes on relationship advice