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AMY LARSONStaff Writer Good old Abraham Maslow decided to tell people exactly what they needed long ago. In his Hierarchy of Needs, he starts with the obvious (water, air, and the like) and makes his way to “self-actualization,” his term for understanding ourselves and the world around us. Smack in the middle of his diagram, though, is a need that is deeply felt by each person … [Read more...] about Everyone belongs with Jesus as a friend

MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor All firefighters may put fires out, but not all firefighters have a theme song. Justin Timberlake’s “My Love” keeps Pepperdine volunteer firefighter Amante Bartolome going, but that is not the only music that moves him. This 21-year-old said he likes to dance to most tunes. Of course, Bartolome knows more than a good song and dance … [Read more...] about Pep’s firemen bond over shifts

LINDSEY BOERMALiving Assistant As students begin to get back into the groove of school after a luscious three weeks of doing absolutely nothing, some changes are bound to emerge: new classes, new teachers, even new styles for some who have returned to Pepperdine with hopes of creating a “new image.” However, classes are bound to get stressful, teachers are certain to create a … [Read more...] about How to live your day to the max

ASHLYEE HICKMANLiving Editor  January is the month of renewal: Students have new classes, the grade books are untouched, and the meal points are at full capacity. If only students could say the same for their check books.  “I just blew through $160 this week, and I don’t even know how,” freshman Michael Galvis said. The holiday season is over, and aside from a few gift cards … [Read more...] about Saving cash makes lots of cents

KALLE AKERSStaff Writier It sets the standard for environmental friendliness and comes in a variety of sleek colors. Movie stars and students alike, glide down Pacific Coast Highway without stopping for gas nearly as often. After all, it is known as the “heart and soul of the whole hybrid movement.” Meet the Toyota Prius. It frequently appears nestled cleanly in the tight … [Read more...] about Toyota Prius: driving force of change