Sarah SchottStaff Writer Set the alarm and prepare to live a life wide-awake. Erwin McManus argues that the future is waiting for all to wake up and get out of bed. He aims to inspire those attending this year’s Student Leadership Conference, which is scheduled on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Drescher campus. The conference is sponsored by Pepperdine’s Leadership Education and … [Read more...] about Pastor to speak with student leaders
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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
Chancellor to begin working part time
Alexa StoczkoStaff Writer After 41 years of service, Chancellor Emeritus Charles B. Runnels will be assuming a less active role on campus at Pepperdine. Beginning in January 2009, Runnels, 83, will be stepping back from full employment, according to his wife, Amy Jo. He will be spending less time in the office on campus, but will remain in his office at home, maintaining … [Read more...] about Chancellor to begin working part time
Malibu undecided on La Paz development
Sonya SinghStaff Writer After nearly a four hour meeting Monday night and almost 10 years of uncertainty, the Malibu City Council failed to reach a decision regarding the proposal to build the La Paz office and shopping complex in the Malibu Civic Center area. Controversy about wastewater management, as well as environmental and traffic-related fears, resurrected the … [Read more...] about Malibu undecided on La Paz development