JULIE ONIStaff Writer As a generation that seeks the latest technology, movies and news, watching a play written in the early 1600s sounds less than appealing. However, Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night, or What you Will,” which opens in Smothers Theatre on April 4, will have a “modern edge” that Director Danny Campbell said he tried to add. Shakespeare’s language will not be … [Read more...] about Clapping after a movie serves no purpose
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Use free speech and shock the world
GABE DURHAMStaff Writer A couple of years ago, a documentary called “Super-Size Me” shocked the world with the news that McDonald's sells food that is bad for you. Morgan Spurlock, the filmmaker responsible for the life-changing film, recently spoke in Philadelphia at Hatboro-Horsham High School’s health fair. In the speech, Spurlock flexed his public speaking muscles by … [Read more...] about Use free speech and shock the world
Stewart gazes toward stars
MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant A&E Editor Samantha Stewart entered a room for an audition to be in a Buddy Jewell country music video. It was one of her first auditions, and she was trying out for the part along with a boy who was four years younger than her. Soon she discovered the scene did not require much acting. In fact, it mostly required strong lips. After all, Stewart … [Read more...] about Stewart gazes toward stars
Davenport merges faith and learning
CORTNEY MICHEALStaff Writer Tucked away in a small office in the CAC, history professor Stewart Davenport leans back in his chair, reading a ubiquitous history book. His feet comfortably rest on his office desk. His persona is comfortable, yet professional — academic, yet soulful. Balance is the word that comes to mind, especially since history is not his only passion. … [Read more...] about Davenport merges faith and learning
Student patience exceeds its limit
KATHY MILLARLiving Assistant For senior Julie Serber, Pepperdine’s limited e-mail storage space has been a growing problem, especially since she is receiving important e-mails from potential employers. Serber said she has exceeded her mailbox limit about 12 times over the years and was eventually forced to open a Gmail account to handle much of her online communication. “I do … [Read more...] about Student patience exceeds its limit