By Ashley Obrey Staff Writer Diversity, strength in opinion, critical reflection, and interaction were common themes of this week’s controversial Moral Compass Series. A fusion of Scripture, personal experience, strong opinions and heated debates addressed the topic of homosexuality, this semester’s contemporary moral issue of interest, on Oct. 14 and 15 and a third program … [Read more...] about Students seek direction through Moral Compass
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MTA strike reaches 10th day; still no resolution in sight
By Joann Groff Assistant News Editor About $10 million. That’s how much Los Angeles Mayor James K. Hahn said the MTA walkout and grocery strikes are costing the local economy — every day. It’s day 10 of the Metropolitan Transit Authority’s mechanics strike, and little progress has been made since the decision to resume talks Tuesday. Union and MTA officials were in … [Read more...] about MTA strike reaches 10th day; still no resolution in sight
Senior military officer discusses new face of NATO
By Sarah Carrillo Assistant News Editor For Andrew Roberts, it’s all about perception. In a presentation at the Raitt Recital Hall Tuesday, the squadron leader of the British Royal Air Force and senior military officer for NATO spoke about the many changes NATO has undergone in recent years. Roberts said many countries, particularly in Eastern Europe, see NATO as an … [Read more...] about Senior military officer discusses new face of NATO
Malibu, Pepperdine singed by wildfires in past
By Luke Simpson Staff Writer Winds gusted at 40 miles per hour, only creating larger flames and more destruction. Wildlife scurried from the wilderness into the parking lots, finding refuge in the concrete jungle. From the cafeteria, the student body had a 360 degree view of black smoke. The fire surrounded the campus. This was the scene in 1996 during the worst fire Malibu … [Read more...] about Malibu, Pepperdine singed by wildfires in past
Father Boyle brings his homeboys
Convo speaker described life for former gang members in downtown Los Angeles and talked about his church’s job placement program. By Sarah Pye Living Editor Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries and inspiration to countless reformed gang members, offered Pepperdine students an important message when he spoke at Wednesday morning’s Convocation. “Life’s about showing … [Read more...] about Father Boyle brings his homeboys