JAIMIE FRANKLINStaff Writer Pepperdine’s London House will receive a $4 million makeover in the spring to modernize its aging plumbing, electrical infrastructure and student areas. Administrators in Malibu and London have been working on plans to renovate the building since 2004, and have utilized input from students to develop the best possible designs. The house was last … [Read more...] about London House to receive $4 million renovation
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‘Love’ lost as chaplain steps down
JANE LEENews Editor The longtime presence of D’Esta Love will no longer grace the Pepperdine campus, as she is resigning her position as chaplain and concluding her full-time service to the University after 25 years of work to serve students in the Florence program. Shelly Cox and David Lemley, together, will replace Love, who received a Master of Arts in divinity from … [Read more...] about ‘Love’ lost as chaplain steps down
SGA leaders plan for new year
SAMANTHA BLONSAssistant News Editor The Student Government Association (SGA) executive board members have been busy this summer developing their vision for a more visible and approachable SGA. Student voters elected seniors Andy Canales, Clint Harp, and Austin Maness, and junior Susan Doe to the executive board in the spring. All four served on the 2006-2007 SGA, whose … [Read more...] about SGA leaders plan for new year
Pep leaders examine university rankings
SAMANTHA BLONSAssistant News Editor Every August, thousands of high school seniors and their families pour over the newly released college rankings from U.S.News & World Report, in which Pepperdine. These rankings have become the industry standard in the two decades since the magazine began publishing them. However, the past few years have brought a cloud of mistrust among … [Read more...] about Pep leaders examine university rankings
Admiral joins board as newest regent
JANE LEENews Editor Michael Bucchi, who comes with a distinguished military background and leadership experience at high-tech companies, has been appointed as the newest member of the Pepperdine Board of Regents. The addition of Bucchi, who will sit on the Finance and Administration Committee and the Religious Standards Committee, completes the board’s 40 members. “Probably the … [Read more...] about Admiral joins board as newest regent