By Crystal LuongStaff Writer He is a 13-year-old. He is an impoverished 13-year-old who lives in the inner city. He is an abused 13-year-old whose parents are the epitome of domestic conflict. He is a 13-year-old whose education level is practically non-existent. All his life scenes of violence, hatred and prejudice have surrounded him. He fits the profile of a juvenile … [Read more...] about Con: Sending juveniles to adult prison encourages future crime, does not rehabilitate
Perspectives
Pro: We should stop crime when it begins. Justice should be equal, no matter the age.
By Andrea BandaAssistant Opinions Editor A teenage boy tiptoes up to his parent’s bedroom. He pushes the door open slowly, trying not to make a sound. His dad’s snoring and his mother’s quiet breathing assure him that they are sound asleep. He stands in front of their bed, closes his eyes and pulls the trigger. Situations like these have recently sparked a debate within our … [Read more...] about Pro: We should stop crime when it begins. Justice should be equal, no matter the age.
Staff Editorial: Clubs deserve more money
Fighting over finances is one of the leading causes of divorce in America, so it's no wonder that there has been squabbling over money between Pepperdine's many clubs. Several of the university's sports clubs, for instance, believe they have been squeezed out of their fair portion of the $20,000 pie allocated to the Inter-Club Council from student government fees this … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Clubs deserve more money
Pepperdine pelted with volleyballs
By Jami LambertStaff Writer With a few possible exceptions, there isn’t much I value more than getting my sleep. I absolutely love that state of groggy half consciousness as the peaceful night sounds lull me into total relaxation — the sounds of the birds lazily chirping, the ocean waves rhythmically slapping against the shore. And then suddenly, a large flying object crashes … [Read more...] about Pepperdine pelted with volleyballs
Britain and 225 years of old yogurt
By Sarah PyeStaff Writer As an American living in Britain, it is hard not to feel conspicuous. The way I talk, the way I dress, even the way I eat seems to be under continuous observation by my posh European counterparts. The situation is compounded when I find myself in public among a group of Americans. Alone, one American stands out enough. As a group, we can be detected … [Read more...] about Britain and 225 years of old yogurt