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SCOTT MILLEROverseas Columnist Visions of rude Londoners pushing their way about on “The Tube” crept into my head as my airplane from Los Angeles crossed the English Channel. Although slightly nervous, coming from a small Oregon town of barely 3,000, I had resigned myself to the idea that I would get used to the London attitude. By the time I left next spring, I mused, I might … [Read more...] about Local hospitality speaks volumes to foreigners

LISA CUMBIELiving Editor The sun is shining, the water is glistening and it’s a beautiful day outside. But the air is chilling and autumn is settling in, the vacationers have all gone back to their undesirable climates, PCH traffic is moving again — a sign that summer is officially over. But for Pepperdine students, this means the beach is no longer the best excuse to ditch … [Read more...] about Natural treasures offer adventure

CAITLIN WHITEAssistant Living Editor Pepperdine’s telecom students have always taken advantage of the many opportunities offered by the close proximity to the entertainment industry. But the ability to produce quality drama wherever one might be is an indicator of true talent. Junior Alex Skinner is one of these endowed individuals. This Creative Writing major is beginning to … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Alex Skinner

Going back to ‘High School’ JESSIE REIMERStaff Writer Located just miles from the heart of the entertainment industry, Pepperdine is home to many talented models, musicians and actors. Junior Jessica Rotter and freshman Afton Whiddon are two student singers who recently lent their vocal talents to the “High School Musical 2” soundtrack. In 2006, Disney released a surprise … [Read more...] about SARAH DAUGHERTY/Staff Photgrapher

Now showing LAURA JOHNSON A&E Assistant Editor Although there is nothing like curling up at home on a rainy day and watching a good movie, there is something about seeing a brand new blockbuster at a packed-to-the-gills movie theater that can never be recreated at home. As Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, naturally the city is chalk-full of … [Read more...] about SARAH SCHREFF/Photo Editor