OMID HEIDARIStaff Writer The most recent round of presidential debates brought to the forefront our nation’s struggle with Middle Eastern relations. Not only are we hesitant to sit at the same table of our enemies in order to lay the foundations for a road to peace, but many of us are still uncomfortable in daily interactions with people of Middle Eastern descent. My father … [Read more...] about Iranian conflict hits home
News
Pep receives ‘C’ in environmental survey
Samantha BlonsAssistant News Editor Pepperdine is moving in the right direction, but it isn’t yet making top grades on “green” issues, according to the Green Report Card, which ranks it below at least 160 colleges and universities. When the Sustainable Endowment Institute released its 2009 online sustainability profiles for 300 schools this week, Pepperdine received a C, up … [Read more...] about Pep receives ‘C’ in environmental survey
Demand drives up rents
David HerreraStaff Writer As the national housing market continues to struggle, students are finding that the price to rent off-campus is still rising. In Malibu, students face increasing rent prices not because of foreclosures, but because the housing market in Malibu is still competitive, according to Mark Verge, founder and owner of WestsideRentals.com, an online … [Read more...] about Demand drives up rents
President Benton addresses economy
Dr. Andrew BentonUniversity President M E M O R A N D U M TO: Campus Community FROM: Andrew K. Benton President DATE: September 30, 2008 RE: Wall Street, the Credit Crunch and Pepperdine While we may be far removed from New York City and Washington DC, the remarkable events of the past few days have our rapt attention. I thought it … [Read more...] about President Benton addresses economy
Crisis has ‘our rapt attention’
David Herrera and Melissa GiaimoStaff Writer and Assistant News Editor The $700 billion bailout plan in Washington and the Stock Market’s nearly 800-point drop in the Dow Jones average Monday may seem far away from Malibu, but the country’s economic disaster is creating a sense of urgency on campus. Last night, the modified rescue bill passed the Senate 74-25 after previously … [Read more...] about Crisis has ‘our rapt attention’