SAMANTHA BLONSNews Assistant Fall classes began today, but the student leaders of Pepperdine’s SGA and SPB have been busy during the summer months preparing programs and events for the school year. SGA has been on campus for more than two weeks, training, scheduling appointments with administrators and Pepperdine departments and participating in New Student Orientation events … [Read more...] about Plans to network on campus high priority for SGA
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CCB facelift begins, cost undisclosed
KATE SCHWARTZStaff Writer PAUL CLARK/Photo Editor ArticleWhile freshman unpacked their cars and said goodbye to their parents, the Center for Communication and Business said goodbye to its old facade. The parking lot entrance of the CCB will be undergoing renovations throughout the next few weeks, including the placement of palm trees and seating areas. The construction on a … [Read more...] about CCB facelift begins, cost undisclosed
Cher shares her wealth does service for soldiers
CAITLIN WHITEStaff Writer Longtime Malibu resident and celebrity Cher will be auctioning possessions housed in her palatial home this fall. Most of the possessions to be sold come from Cher’s Malibu home. A portion of the proceeds of the auction will be donated to charities, such as Operation Helmet, the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and the Children’s Craniofacial Association. … [Read more...] about Cher shares her wealth does service for soldiers
iPods old news, dogs are new trend
DAVID KOBStaff Writer Last week, I spent most of my time visiting friends’ off-campus housing. I was surprised that everybody found a decent place despite Malibu landlords’ immense bias toward renting to Pepperdine students (More on that in another article). On a visit to my friend Jenet’s new condo, however, something unexpected happened. I leaned in to give her a big hug when … [Read more...] about iPods old news, dogs are new trend
New dean appointed to fill long-vacant post
ELISHA SOCHStaff Writer The university has appointed Keith Hinkle, formerly Pepperdine’s associate vice chancellor for Estate and Gift Planning, to fill a position left vacant for the last two years. Hinkle will be the university’s new vice president for Advancement and Public AffairsThe position was created in 2001, but left vacant by Brad Cheeves in 2004.“This is not … [Read more...] about New dean appointed to fill long-vacant post