By Evelyn Barge Living Assistant Ten inches of hair is all it takes to help a child suffering from long-term medical hair loss regain confidence and self-esteem. Junior Tara Emerson discovered that the Locks of Love motto, “Lengthening Smiles 10 Inches at a Time,” was really true when she established an event at Pepperdine last year to benefit the charity organization. … [Read more...] about Week long event to benefit sick children
Perspectives
New boards take shape for 2004 school year
By Elizabeth Guiten and James Riswick Staff Writer and Editor in Chief The adage goes, “Out with the old and in with the new.” This is the current mode of operation as this is the last year the Programming Board will function under the direct jurisdiction of the Student Government Association, having been split from its parent organization by the administration in February. … [Read more...] about New boards take shape for 2004 school year
Students, faculty weigh in on Jackson controversy
By Jen Clay A&E Editor On Nov. 18, more than 70 police officers retreated from singer Michael Jackson’s sprawling 2,500-acre Neverland Ranch near Santa Maria, Calif. Two days later, Jackson returned from a video shoot in Las Vegas and surrendered to California authorities who promptly handcuffed and arrested the singer. The formal charge which arrived within the month was … [Read more...] about Students, faculty weigh in on Jackson controversy
Frat ousted; sex incident causes stir
By Sarah Carrillo News Editor Sigma Nu, one of Pepperdine’s oldest fraternities, has received the death penalty from campus officials, who have permanently banished the organization from Pepperdine University. The stunning decision came after a series of instances involving underage and excessive drinking by the fraternity and one party this semester that led to an accusation … [Read more...] about Frat ousted; sex incident causes stir
Learning the delicate art of makeovers
Just me By Sarah Carrillo News Editor My favorite TV show to watch during lunchtime (which is about the only time during the week I have to watch TV) is “A Makeover Story” on The Learning Channel. Well, actually, the show drives me crazy and I usually end up yelling at the screen, but for some reason I still sit down with my grilled cheese sandwich and watch it whenever I … [Read more...] about Learning the delicate art of makeovers