Dirty stale air filled their lungs as soon as they entered the facility. Through the darkness they could make out the forms of 18 African teenaged boys who were perplexed by the sudden presence of a half-dozen white men wearing suits and holding cameras.This was an unusual sight at this remand home a detention center for Ugandan minors who had been accused of crimes and were … [Read more...] about Pep Law helps accused teens in Uganda
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Pep to host Korean summit
Students from across the country as well as from Canada and South Korea will flock to Malibu to attend the largest ethnic-specific student conference in the United States. The 24th annual Korean American Students Conference (KASCON) will take place March 5 and 6 at Pepperdine. KASCON originated at Princeton University in 1987 and has since served to provide … [Read more...] about Pep to host Korean summit
Congressman Waxman relays news from the Hill
The Malibu Rotary Club welcomed Rep. Henry A. Waxman (D. Calif.) to the Graziadio Executive Center on Friday morning. Waxman has represented California's 30th district— which includes Malibu— in the U.S. Congress since 1974."Congressman Waxman is probably one of the three most important House members Dean of Seaver College David Baird said, before … [Read more...] about Congressman Waxman relays news from the Hill
Students tour the holy land
Florence International Program students embarked on a field trip to Israel during the first week of February. This unique opportunity proved a transformative educational experience for participants.For many the trip was the highlight of the year. "I could not imagine a better place for an EFT [Educational Field Trip] program student Amelia Huckins said. It was an … [Read more...] about Students tour the holy land
'La Boheme' hits high note
Culture of epic proportions will occupy Smothers tonight as curtains rise to premier one of the most celebrated operas of all time: Giacomo Puccini's "La Boheme." Though the performances will be held both tonight and Saturday tickets are rapidly becoming scarce as awareness of this production's uniqueness spreads through the community. The opera combines the talents of the … [Read more...] about 'La Boheme' hits high note