What makes a good leader? According to School of Law Dean Deanell Reece Tacha, a good leader is one who values collaboration. “[I admire] someone who is dedicated to the people and the institution that they are serving,” Tacha explained. “I think a good leader has to be someone who is fairly selfless. It’s certainly not about names and lights. It’s about people who can inspire … [Read more...] about Dean Tacha shares vision
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Prof calls out African tyrant’s son
Malibu has long been known as home to celebrities and surfers; however, it also marks the presence of Teodoro Obiang, the son of one of the longest-standing dictators, the president of Equatorial Guinea, as the owner of a $30 million estate above Malibu Pier. Associate Professor of Political Science Robert Williams took interest in this Malibu property owner as part of his … [Read more...] about Prof calls out African tyrant’s son
Flu season hits prematurely
The Health Center is gearing up for flu season this fall, and they’re expecting a full house. “According to county reports, the flu season is early this year, and cases are being reported locally,” said Nancy Safinick, director of Pepperdine University’s Health Center. Along with many other universities, Pepperdine is making early preparations to fend off the spread of the … [Read more...] about Flu season hits prematurely
PCH danger sparks grassroots activism
Is Pacific Coast Highway through Malibu the most dangerous stretch of road in the country? Some statistics support that claim, along with growing concern among the citizens and City Council of Malibu to reduce the risk of what some describe as the Autobahn running through a quiet, coastal beach community. Local citizen and writer Ben Marcus once described PCH through Malibu as … [Read more...] about PCH danger sparks grassroots activism
Kmiec shares diplomatic insight
Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family professor of constitutional law and recently retired U.S. ambassador to Malta, answered a few controversial questions asked by the Graphic this week regarding his tenure as ambassador, U.S. foreign policy in the Mediterranean, the Palestinian statehood bid and the 2012 election. Graphic: Having supported Obama so strongly in the 2008 election, how … [Read more...] about Kmiec shares diplomatic insight