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MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor At times, students may feel the need to go to class, and for the extra industrious, even want to get there on time. This is not exactly a natural feeling and suggests a possible case of OCD — think Jack Nicholson in “As Good as it Gets.” All the same, it holds true for some. New beginnings breed new responsibility. Perhaps you want to … [Read more...] about How to make sure you get to class on time

KATHY MILLARLiving Assistant  John Cosentino, co-owner of three Cosentino’s shops in Malibu, comes from a family of florists and has had a career in the florist industry for the past 18 years.  Cosentino’s family first became involved with the  industry in 1955 when they opened a shop in New York City.  He grew up working in a family-owned flower shop in New York City, and … [Read more...] about Meet a Malibuite: John Cosentino

SHANNON URTNOWSKILiving Editor Senior Dane Nielsen is living the ultimate childhood fantasy come true. With a number of student movies under his belt, Nielsen is working toward a future in the glitz and glam of the entertainment world. He has written and directed a number of student films, which are now getting attention from big-time producers and film companies in the Los … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Dane Nielsen

LINDSAY BOERMAStaff Writer For many, the off-campus commute is one to be dreaded — battling the traffic and watching  dollars disappear at the gas pump. Pepperdine appeals to many, though, so  those living off-campus choose to fight the barriers to get here. Even with Pepperdine’s housing costs averaging between $3,655 to $5,265 per semester depending on location and size, … [Read more...] about Off-campus havens require commute

AMY LARSONStaff Writer It is interesting how intertwined politics and religion have become. I was having a talk with a friend a couple months ago, and he made me think about some things that I have been wrestling with since. For instance, does Jesus say anything about politics?   In society today, there are many ideas about what sort of political role a Christian plays, or if … [Read more...] about The new mix with politics