SARAH BETH MOOREStaff Writer How can a mass of cells define the development of a person just as much as an entire moral and political controversy? Easy. Embryonic stem cells are used to see how we develop into the complex creatures we are. They are different than adult stem cells, which can only become a limited number of types of tissue. Researchers look at embryonic cells … [Read more...] about Hot Topics: What the candidates are talking about…
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New program leads student in right direction
ANNA SHEAContributing Writer I want my life to be well spent. I want to live in such a way that what I sacrifice to accomplish now will touch the lives of others long after my generation has passed. But how do I get beyond good intentions? This spring break, I was one of 10 students on Project Lead, a road trip designed to grapple with this very question by connecting students … [Read more...] about New program leads student in right direction
Religion profs encourage debate
ALEXIS SEBRINGLife Assistant Pepperdine’s Religion division plays an important part in students’ lives. It may be one of the smallest divisions in terms of majors, but its mission is clear: to provide the entire student body with spiritual knowledge and development. Randall Chesnutt, chair of the Religion Division since 2003, has many responsibilities he must control and … [Read more...] about Religion profs encourage debate
Road trip drives home leadership
RICHARD NAVAStaff Writer Strengthening lives for purpose, service and what was that other one? While Pepperdine students are constantly searching for ways to better the world, feed the hungry and serve the masses, they may be neglecting an area of service that the world truly does need. Project Lead attempts to answer this need while helping students ready themselves for lives … [Read more...] about Road trip drives home leadership
Songfest: Small screen to big stage
SHANNON URTNOWSKINews Editor This year’s Songfest theme, “Stay Tuned,” says it all. The event has caused televisions campus-wide to go unwatched while those in the community focus on the “glamorous, bright and shiny” annual variety show, according to executive director Sam Parmelee. “I think this overall theme lends itself to really good, funny performances,” said junior … [Read more...] about Songfest: Small screen to big stage