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
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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
Surfer works against hate in Gaza Strip
Ashley WellingNews Assistant When searching for an end to violence in war-torn nations, most would not assume surfboards could be the answer. But, one Pepperdine alumnus, Seweryn Sztalkoper, sees things a little differently. “A lot of people look at this idea and wonder, ‘What is the point of what you are doing? How is this going to bring about a peaceful solution,’” he said. … [Read more...] about Surfer works against hate in Gaza Strip
Dr. Zalar resigns, reasons unknown
Melissa GiaimoAssistant News Editor “If you ever take one class at Pepperdine, make sure it’s Genocide with Zalar.” This was the advice junior Christian Flowers received from a recent Seaver graduate. But last week, Flowers said he was bewildered to learn about the abrupt resignation of history and humanities professor Dr. Jeffrey Zalar, who said he resigned for personal and … [Read more...] about Dr. Zalar resigns, reasons unknown