CASSANDRA NEHFStaff Writer Senior Scott Smith started out the spring semester on a high. He landed an internship at Dreamworks Animation Studios and just got engaged to his girlfriend, Sarai Small. However, all of this combined with his other responsibilities of school, work and serving as an SLA, difficulties arose. The hours quickly added up. “I got sick after the second … [Read more...] about Students stack activities to the max
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How to have an awesome Spring Break
LINDSEY BOERMA Living Assistant As the spring break countdown for numerous universities around the world ticks its final beats, college students everywhere are undoubtedly itching to hop on the next plane. They want to go on a coveted vacation destination like Florida, Mexico, the Caribbean or Southern California. Yet, with Pepperdine students already spending the school year … [Read more...] about How to have an awesome Spring Break
Calling across the borders
JESSICA BIBERStaff Writer Many students leave home for their freshman year of college. They make one quick trip across the state or nation and arrive in Malibu. But sophomore year of college, most students really leave home. More than just a small flight or car ride away, sophomore year is when many Pepperdine students head overseas. Along with leaving ocean view dorm rooms, … [Read more...] about Calling across the borders
Raising awarness through aid
MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor Business and humanitarianism are usually far from synonyms in a capitalistic economy, but some companies prove that the two can coincide. (PRODUCT) RED is one such brand dispelling the rumors that all businesses are morally bankrupt. It sells products and donates part of the profits to the Global Fund as a means to invest in African AIDS … [Read more...] about Raising awarness through aid
Parisians give breath of French AIR
MARC CHOQUETTEPerspectives Editor Great music can take people places. Imagine sitting in a chic Paris studio on a late night with contemporary furniture, ambient light and a skyline view of la Tour d'Eiffel.This is where “Space Maker” takes the listener on the opening track of the French duo AIR’s new album, “Pocket Symphony.” Simple beginnings of light percussion, a 70’s funk … [Read more...] about Parisians give breath of French AIR