Art by Madeline DuvallIn 2003 in Vail, Colorado, shortly after Kobe Bryant’s marriage to Vanessa Bryant and the birth of his first daughter, a 19-year-old girl accused Bryant of holding her down by her neck and whispering "You aren't going to tell anyone" into her ear as he raped her. DNA evidence concluded that she had Bryant's sperm inside of her and lacerations on her … [Read more...] about Your Hero May Be a Rapist
Fans Mourn ‘Black Mamba’
Momentos pile up at a memorial site in the Juan Baptista De Anza Park. Fans left everything from posters to flowers to basketballs in the days following the tragic helicopter crash. Photo by Judith-Daly Brister-KnabeFollowing the sudden death of 41-year-old Kobe Bryant on Sunday, Feb. 26, local fans from all generations gathered to grieve.The scene of Bryant’s fatal … [Read more...] about Fans Mourn ‘Black Mamba’
Staff Editorial: Remembering Looks Different for Everyone
Art by Caitlin RoarkWith the one-year anniversary of the Borderline Shooting and the Woolsey Fire approaching, Student Affairs has planned a number of events to give students a space in which to remember and grieve. The events are detailed in an email sent by Student Affairs on Oct. 16.During this time, grief is not the same for everyone. While communal expressions of … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Remembering Looks Different for Everyone
Farmer’s Market Returns by Popular Demand
Photos by Judith-Daly Brister-KnabeMullin Town Square received a big helping of produce Tuesday, Sept. 17, thanks to the return of a popular tradition.The Farmer's Market, hosted by the Office of Special Programs, began for the third consecutive year, featuring all of the old favorites as well as some new ones. The biweekly market started in 2017 and provides a platform where … [Read more...] about Farmer’s Market Returns by Popular Demand
Pepperdine Swim and Dive receives overhaul
Photos by Judith BristerPepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team took second at this year’s conference after a season of increased intensity and improved swim times.The team underwent a staff overhaul this year when long-term head coach Nick Rodionoff left the program after nearly 20 seasons. The new head coach, Joe Spahn said he increased practice times and upped the … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Swim and Dive receives overhaul