Justin WhitingStaff Writer A group of faculty members and their friends are meeting on campus to examine what it is like to be a modern Christian in Los Angeles. The group was founded by Rod Leard, project manager of Facilities, Management and Planning at Pepperdine. Leard is a member of the Church of the Brethren, and since the closest Brethren church is in Glendale, he was … [Read more...] about Dr. Doug Swartzendruber, part of a group that meets every month to discuss religion and politics
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‘Gay Republicans’ documentary features student
Joann GroffNews Editor Preceding the announcement of the election results, some Americans tuned in to the TRIO channel to watch “Gay Republicans,” a documentary tracking the lives of three individuals for the six months prior to decision day. And if they did, viewers were sure to see Pepperdine’s own Grant Turck, a junior public relations major, who became involved in the … [Read more...] about ‘Gay Republicans’ documentary features student
Fall Family Faire
Patrick NolandNewswaves 26 Reporter Families from all over came to enjoy the Fall Family Faire on October 24th. The City of Calabasas and the Chamber of Commerce brought families together with a number of activities that got people excited about Halloween. The event was held at Juan Bautista de Anza Park and featured ring tossing, bowling, pumpkin painting, and a climbing … [Read more...] about Fall Family Faire
College GOP and Young Dems in high gear for election
Republican students worked with others to organize on-campus debates and voter registration. Carissa MarshStaff Writer Since the beginning of this semester, the College Republicans have been gearing up for their campus campaign, forging their final attempts to get George W. Bush re-elected as president. The group has been involved in various aspects of the political and … [Read more...] about College GOP and Young Dems in high gear for election
Pepperdine battles the booze
Audrey ReedA&E Editor Ben Young / Photo Editor Some consider it a college rite of passage, others a terrible and possibly fatal way to spend a Friday night. Drinking on college campuses has caught the attention of the public and school administrators nationwide most recently through alcohol-related deaths of five college students. Also, last week was National Collegiate … [Read more...] about Pepperdine battles the booze

