The Atlantic Treaty Association hosted an international gathering in Edinburgh to discuss post-Iraq war relations. By Sarah Carrillo Assistant News Editor Four Pepperdine students were given the rare opportunity last week to travel to Scotland, dine with U.S. ambassadors and listen to top officials at NATO speak on their careers in international affairs. Junior Josh Dover, … [Read more...] about Students attend NATO conference in Scotland
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PierView restaurant closes; many surprised by sudden shut down
A favorite since 1990, the Cafe and Cantina will be missed by Malibuites and Pepperdine students. By Sarah Carrillo Assistant News Editor PierView Café and Cantina, a Malibu restaurant popular since 1990 for its extensive menu and special events like happy hour and an annual New Year’s Eve party, closed Sunday. Its owner, Chuck Spencer, sold the restaurant to an unknown buyer. … [Read more...] about PierView restaurant closes; many surprised by sudden shut down
ROTC students back in the air
The Air Force program that eight Pepperdine students are training in is on track after some minor turbulence. By Joann Groff and Vanessa Martinez Assistant News Editor and Staff Writer Eight Air Force ROTC cadets feared for their future in the skies last spring when it was reported that Pepperdine’s cross-town contract with Loyola Marymount University may be terminated. But … [Read more...] about ROTC students back in the air
Helen Young recovering well after surgery
Pepperdine matriarch in good spirits as doctors express optimism about her return to health after successful surgery. By JJ Bowman Associate Editor Pepperdine’s matriarch, Helen Young, is recovering from spinal injuries resulting from a recent fall in her home atop Pepperdine’s campus. Young, 85, slipped Nov. 3, cracking two vertebrae in her neck. She underwent surgery four … [Read more...] about Helen Young recovering well after surgery
Speech 180 gears up for persuasive speaking contest
By Selina Ruiz Staff Writer There will be no room for “Mickey Mouse” topics at the Second Annual Womack Persuasive Speech Contest, according to Public Speaking Coordinator William “Rick” Rowland. Rowland said the speech topics covered at this semester’s public speaking contest must be “cutting edge and relevant in the news today.” The contest, reserved for this semester’s … [Read more...] about Speech 180 gears up for persuasive speaking contest




