CRYSTAL TAYLORStaff Writer Kanye West exploded onto the scene in the mid 2000s with “Jesus Walks.” Overcoming a broken home and the decision to drop out of school, West has received six Grammy’s (as well as many other awards) and has gained immense commercial success. His new CD, “Graduation,” was released on Sept. 11 to much media hype. Expecting that this album wouldn’t do … [Read more...] about Kanye West ‘Graduates,’ has yet to mature
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Students flock from afar
DANIEL HOUGEYStaff Writer Pepperdine is often viewed as a school for Californians, but the strong faith and academic focus on which Pepperdine is centered draws even the most distant students. An average of 50 percent of the Seaver College student body originates in Pepperdine’s own home state of California. The next most represented state is Texas at approximately 7 … [Read more...] about Students flock from afar
Face in the crowd: Leslie Mayer
CAITLIN WHITEAssistant Living Editor Most college students are at least familiar with Greek life, but it seems only a select few actually understand the recruitment and selection process. Fortunately, for those not involved, and unsure of what “rush” means, there is a solution. Specifically on the sorority side, participating in recruitment can be a very confusing and … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Leslie Mayer
Canine rescue also lends solace to troubled youth
Photo courtesy Jonathon Freidman ROBIN NASBYLiving Assistant Can an animal rescue group reshape the lives of at-risk teens? K9 Connection, based in Santa Monica, is a non-profit organization that teaches troubled youth about responsibility, goal setting and discipline, through a four-week dog training and in-classroom program. “People think we’re just an animal rescue group, … [Read more...] about Canine rescue also lends solace to troubled youth
Love your neighbor, even if he’s homeless
AMY LARSONStaff Writer I was born and raised in Iowa. I love that state. The people are friendly, the culture is rich and the Hawkeyes (University of Iowa) are not half bad (most of the time). However, being from Middle America also created many difficulties in transitioning to Malibu. For instance, on one of my first days on campus, three years ago, I saw a student walking … [Read more...] about Love your neighbor, even if he’s homeless