For those who flock to Men’s Bowling Night, there aren’t any visions of athletic grandeur – just plain old fun. By James Riswick News Editor Few things in life can match the rush of adrenaline that comes with the thrill of competition and heated rivalry. Or the flood of emotions that encompasses you after making a clutch play in a rousing victory as ruckus fans joyously … [Read more...] about Right up my alley
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Anderson leaves a life of travel to teach
By Faren Visintin Staff Writer Whether he is teaching or enjoying free time, Pepperdine physical education professor Mike Anderson is almost always outside. From surfing and hiking to climbing and mountain biking, Anderson truly appreciates the beauty and excitement of life in the natural world. There are few things, it seems, that he hasn’t experienced. Anderson doesn’t … [Read more...] about Anderson leaves a life of travel to teach
Battling the bulge: Check your mug
By Eve Persek Student Dietetic Association With the beginning of the school year and the influx of a new crop of students, the phrase “freshman 15” rears its ugly head yet again. Here at Pepperdine’s Waves Café, these words are overheard daily in conversations of neighboring students, but the anxiety in a room full of new students laboring to weed out foods that might pack … [Read more...] about Battling the bulge: Check your mug
Face in the crowd: Courtney Steller
By Kristin Ow Staff Writer With an inch, some will take a mile. Courtney Steller is one of those people, but with every mile she takes, she gives back two more. Steller, a junior at Pepperdine, is not just the average outstanding student. She has shown to be an accomplished person with a great heart and passion for serving others. Steller commits and pursues nearly all of … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Courtney Steller
Winning the peace
Students in a Pepperdine service class aid local aid organization founder Judith Jenya in her efforts to teach peaceful conflict resolution skills to kids in war-torn nations. By Rudabeh Shahbazi Assistant Perspectives Editor Multitalented visionary Judith Jenya makes miracles happen on a regular basis. Students in Dr. Mullen’s service and leadership class are learning to … [Read more...] about Winning the peace