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MEREDITH RODRIGUEZAssistant Living Editor February marks Black History Month, a month in honor of the people, today and in the past, who have contributed to this country’s rich black heritage.  Pepperdine’s Black Student Union intends to share its pride with the university by celebrating the month with food, discussions and vivid art. Throughout the month, the rock will be … [Read more...] about BSU celebrates black heritage Month

NICOLE KLIESTStaff Writer Senior Jonathan Hudson spent his sophomore year studying in Pepperdine’s Florence program. While most Pepperdine students spend their time overseas absorbed in Eurail and house drama, Hudson gathered much more while away. He heard about human trafficking on a Spring Break mission trip to Albania attended by students from various overseas programs that … [Read more...] about Campus group seeks justice

KATHY MILLARLiving Assistant Trekking around the hills and stairs of Pepperdine’s campus to classes, dorms and student activities can be a workout for any student. Physical impairments, ranging from temporarily broken legs to more permanent physical disabilities, add to the challenges of the campus’s steep terrain. The experiences of juniors Jaeyoon Um  and psychology … [Read more...] about Disabled determined to overcome challenges

GINNA NGUYENStaff Writer “Chk chk chk chk chk crack pop pop pop!” Firecrackers filled the night sky as the clock struck midnight, ushering in Sunday, Jan. 29. “Gung Hay Fat Choy!” Happy New Year!  These words filled the air Sunday as the Lunar New Year, celebrated by most Asian heritages, began.Not far away in Little Saigon in Orange County the Vietnamese community held … [Read more...] about Eastern spirituality meets West Coast

JULIE ONIStaff Writer Magic happens at the U.S. Naval Academy. As evidenced by the new film “Annapolis,” a highly hierarchical world can miraculously transform into a level playing-field under the right setting: the boxing ring. The movie tells the inspiring story of Jake Huard who, just like a rabbit from a hat, becomes the magical reminder that anything is possible. Huard … [Read more...] about Creating magic in the ring