Joann GroffNews Editor Proclaiming the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance. Charging the president of the United States with perjury and obstruction of justice. Defending the value of human life in a landmark right-to-die case. He has had many extraordinary jobs during the course of his career, but now Kenneth Starr assumes a new post as the dean of Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Starr to guide Pep legal minds
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Roads diverge in abortion
Two Pepperdine graduates learn to lead fulfilling lives despite opposing decisions on abortion during college. COURTNEY HONGStaff Writer Two Pepperdine graduates, Alisa Marcarelli and Talitha Huff, each conceived a child out of wedlock during college. Both were given the option of abortion. One chose to have an abortion, the other did not. As a Christian institution, … [Read more...] about Roads diverge in abortion
Put it out: Local law bans beach smoking
Tiffany BrownStaff Writer DANIEL JOHNSON/Art EditorLIGHTIN UP: Max, 24, friend of Pepperdine senior Ryan Johnston, takes a cigarette break on the sand in front of his friend’s home in Malibu. Max, who is visiting from Germany, said he does not understand the new laws restricting smoking, and he’s glad Johnston lives on a private beach. Ah, a day at the beach. In Malibu, … [Read more...] about Put it out: Local law bans beach smoking
Thefts plague Comm PCs
Twelve replacement computers are stolen off their carrier truck en route to campus CRYSTAL LUONGAssistant News Editor Is it a curse or a negative sign of the times and society? Repeated theft has daunted the Center for Communication and Business’ computers, and heightened security plans are in action to prevent future incidents. Campus staff received notice that 12 … [Read more...] about Thefts plague Comm PCs
Summer face-lift transforms campus
MAYA MINWARYStaff Writer GRAHAM SHEA/ASSISTANT Photo EditorREPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS: Construction on Smothers Theatre began in late June and will continue until mid-September. Other campus improvements include new road signs and refurbishment of the Lovernich apartments. While students were away for summer vacation, the Pepperdine campus was busy receiving a few changes. … [Read more...] about Summer face-lift transforms campus