Special Publications

MELISSA GIAIMOStaff Writer Ever wonder how the shoulder, elbow and wrist work together in a penalty throw in water polo? Perhaps, the speed fluctuations while throwing a hammer? Or maybe, the effects of wind and altitude on 100-meter sprinters? Dr. Michael Feltner, chair of the Natural Science Division and professor of sports medicine at Pepperdine, spends his career asking … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Chair Feltner

KATE SCHWARZStaff Writer Student research is a common ambition among the Natural Science Division at Pepperdine. Ranging from plant recovery after fire to the DNA composition of tiny fish, students and faculty are discovering things that they think could change the world. One of those students is senior Phillip Johnson, a biology major focusing on environmental science. His … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Student research

KEYLA VASCONCELLOSStaff Writer Many students say that when you come to Pepperdine University, it is a very hard to leave. That is a true for Stephanie Stacy, office manager of the Natural Science Division. Stacy was born in Burbank, Calif., but grew up in Westlake Village. She is the oldest of three, with two younger brothers. She is still close with her family and manages to … [Read more...] about Natural Science Division: Office manager Stacy

JOSE TORRESStaff Writer If you watch Pepperdine’s baseball team long enough, you get the feeling that something special is happening. There is even a sense of confidence in players not seen in previous years. “I want to go to Omaha,” said Centerfielder Adrian Ortiz. “I want to go to the College World Series. I think we have a shot. I think we’re really good. I think if we come … [Read more...] about Destined for greatness