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RYAN HAGENNews Assistant Recorded lectures from the Dean’s Executive Leadership Series and by some professors are allowing students to study up and sleep in. Earphones seemed to be everywhere at Pepperdine, as students relaxed from their studies with the latest additions to their iPods. But in the last year, Pepperdine began recording some of its lectures, and professors have … [Read more...] about Pepperdine podcasts lectures, speeches

LINDSAY TUGGLEStaff Writer When Amy Walecka started at Pepperdine this year as a freshman, one thing struck her about the rooms and buildings of the university – she could not find any recycling bins. “At my high school, they were everywhere,” Walecka said. “I wondered why at a university it wasn’t a bigger priority.” Very few students know that Pepperdine does indeed have a … [Read more...] about Students question recycling policies

RACHEL JOHNSONNews Assistant Pepperdine faculty members of the International Studies Division are on the lookout for a new division head after the term of the current chair, Dr. Robert Lloyd, expires. The selection is expected by Feb. 19th. Lloyd, a professor of international relations, served as division head for four years and was re-appointed to hold the same position for … [Read more...] about International Studies seeks new division chair

AIRAN SCRUBYEditor In Chief After being removed from his position as women’s lacrosse coach for two days because of a student grievance, Paul Ramsey has returned to his position. Ramsey will retain his position as head coach during the grievance, according to Associate Dean of Students Rick Marrs. “We are following procedures for a student complaint as outlined in the Student … [Read more...] about Lacrosse coach reinstated after temporary removal

SHANNON KELLYNews Editor Gloomy weather and cold rain could not deter more than 3,000 protesters who marched through puddles from the Democratic Party office on Figueroa Street to the Federal Building on Saturday, demanding the new Democrat-led Congress to push the U.S government to cease funding the war and immediately withdraw troops from Iraq. The L.A. march was part of a … [Read more...] about L.A. activists call for Iraq pull out