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ASHLYEE HICKMAN A&E Assistant After breaking into the mainstream by playfully criticizing it, Good Charlotte has had a bit of time to actually enjoy the lifestyles of the rich and the famous. But the vacation is over, as the post-grunge group — fronted by identical twins Joel and Benji Madden — is back at work, now that the Maryland quartet has added the final touches to … [Read more...] about Punk band returns to intimate venues

CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor The Disney vault. It is one of Hollywood’s most tightly locked treasure chests (perhaps even more so than “The Dead Man’s Chest” in “Pirates”), holding a vast number of our childhood classics hostage until just the right time. But Tuesday, Oct. 3, “The Little Mermaid” will finally emerge from what seems to be a perpetually sealed Disney vault. I have … [Read more...] about DVD release unlocks childhood memories

CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor Not many college campuses can boast their very own cultural institutions, but Pepperdine students can because of the Frederick R. Weisman Museum. The museum’s intimate galleries present world-class artwork that rivals larger collections thanks to the Weisman Foundation. “Photos and Phantasy: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Foundation” is the … [Read more...] about Photo art reframes reality

Lindsey BoermaStaff Writer “I know the price of success — dedication, hard work and an unremitting devotion to the things you want to see happen.” When architect Frank Lloyd Wright said these words he was not referring to Pepperdine Senior Amber McMahon, but he certainly could have been. McMahon, an international communications major, knows the value of being goal-oriented. Her … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Amber McMahon

MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor  Sometimes class seems like Starbuck’s without the easy listening music, somewhat comfortable chairs and perpetual traffic of people. After all, most students have a plethora of coffee within reach of their textbooks or at least a soda or energy drink to prevent them from turning into Rip Van Winkle.  Students juggle life and school and … [Read more...] about College caffeine craze, addiction rises