Crystal LuongAssistant News Editor U.S. Senate candidate Bill Jones discussed public safety issues and his resolve to oust two-term incumbent Sen. Barbara Boxer Tuesday night, calling this a strong year for the Republican Party in California. His remarks were made to Pepperdine’s campaigns and elections class. Although public opinion polls show him trailing Boxer by 17 points, … [Read more...] about Class hears U.S. Senate candidate
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Pep’s matriarch is back on her feet
Janice LoganStaff Writer Photo courtesy Church RelationsHelen Young is settling backinto her home on campus aftersurgery. University Church of Christ minister Ken Durham makes no attempt to hide his admiration of Pepperdine’s matriarch Helen Young. In the spring, on the first Sunday that Young was able to return to church services after a fall that put her in the Intensive … [Read more...] about Pep’s matriarch is back on her feet
Ring the fire alarm
Early fire danger raises concerns Juana DiegoStaff Writer Ben Young / Photo Editor Typically, fire season hits Malibu in October and November. This year, fire fighters have seen an early hit, with fires breaking out locally over the past couple of weeks. Robert McKelvy, deputy director of the Department of Public Safety and deputy chief of the Pepperdine Fire Department, said … [Read more...] about Ring the fire alarm
Wildlife invades residential grounds
Tiffany BrownStaff Writer The typical Upper Dorm Road traveler spots at least one deer during a typical journey to or from his residence hall. During fire season, however, he or she is more likely to see several herds of seven or eight. He or she is also more likely to trip over raccoons and have to dodge dozens of squirrels. So why the sudden wildlife population boom? As … [Read more...] about Wildlife invades residential grounds
Third-party battles
Students and faculty stand by ideology in their support of third-party presidential candidates; votes are not wasted, they say. Crystal LuongAssistant News Editor Nader? Badnarik? Cobb? Some students may wonder who these men are. Ralph Nader, perhaps the more recognizable name of the third-party presidential candidates, may trigger memories as the man who was accused of causing … [Read more...] about Third-party battles