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
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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
Can you hear the people sing?
By Graham Shea Staff Writer Last week’s Songfest proved to be another huge success, boasting five consecutive sold-out performances and between $20,000 and $30,000 in box office ticket sales. Awards were announced Saturday night at the culmination of the final performance, with Delta Gamma and Psi Upsilon and Friends taking home the Sweepstakes Trophy for best overall show. … [Read more...] about Can you hear the people sing?
Love him or leave him? Weighing in on Kobe
By Kyle Jorrey Sports Editor With the Los Angeles Lakers in the midst of a nine-game win streak and a run on the Western Conference leading Sacramento Kings, hoops superstar Kobe Bryant is again in the national spotlight. While many Southern California residents have taken great pleasure in Bryant’s re-emergence as one of the game’s top performers, others, including those at … [Read more...] about Love him or leave him? Weighing in on Kobe