CHRIS SEGALNews Editor Pepperdine is a relatively safe university — just look at the crime statistics. All colleges and universities are required by the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 to disclose campus-crime statistics. The most prevalent crime at Pepperdine in 2004, according to the most recent statistics available, is 19 incidents of burglary (forced entry … [Read more...] about Safety reports show security
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Christ explored through lecture
ANNA KINGAssistant News Editor The Frank Pack Distinguished Christian Scholar Lecture welcomed students and faculty back to campus with a presentation by Dr. James D.G. Dunn and his discussion of “Jesus Remembered: The Making of Christianity.” The lecture, the first of the Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series, ran Jan. 8 and Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. in Smothers Theatre. Sunday’s … [Read more...] about Christ explored through lecture
Christians called to action
JANELLE STRAWSBURGStaff Writer Steve Haas, vice president of Church Relations within World Vision, traveled from Seattle to Pepperdine Tuesday, Jan. 17, to discuss the impact of AIDS on the world and to inspire students to take action through a special convocation offered for students by You and I for the Universe (YIFTU) in conjuncture with the Week of Peace, Hope and Justice … [Read more...] about Christians called to action
Beloved French teacher dies
Debbie (Bridges) Franklin, former director of Pepperdine’s London campus and a beloved international programs French teacher, died Dec. 6 at her centuries-old farmhouse, Les Meurs, in the French countryside. Franklin’s battle against cancer mobilized an international group of friends who prayed and assisted Franklin, her husband Dewey and seven-year-old daughter … [Read more...] about Beloved French teacher dies
Learning French
MIKE MASTENContributing Writer Being an international relations major who is interested in the affairs and religion of North Africa, I knew that coming to Lyon, France, would be an excellent first step in my career path. I could not have been more correct. When I walk down the small cobblestone streets of Lyon, signs of the Muslim population are obvious: a kabaab joint here, a … [Read more...] about Learning French