Fraser Michael Bohm (right) leaves the Van Nuys Courthouse after the May 19 pre-trial hearing. Superior Court Judge Thomas Rubinson did not set a trial date at the hearing, but said he would like for a September start date. Photo by Amanda Monahan Editor’s Note: This reporting is part of the Graphic’s ongoing coverage of the Oct. 2023 PCH crash that killed four Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Talk of September Trial Date after Fraser Michael Bohm Appears at Another Pre-trial Hearing
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A Campaign Built on Calling: Inside Pepperdine’s ‘For Greater Purpose’
A group of students finish the Hike to the Cross on Pepperdine’s campus for a photoshoot promoting the “For Greater Purpose” brand campaign; the date is unknown. Michael Friel said IMC was intentional with the photos they chose to promote the campaign. Photo courtesy of Michael Friel Social media posts appeared and flyers covered campus, all carrying the same phrase — “For … [Read more...] about A Campaign Built on Calling: Inside Pepperdine’s ‘For Greater Purpose’
Women’s Basketball Junior Guard Turns Transfer into Triumph in First Season
Junior guard Taija Sta. Maria shoots last second to hit the game-winning 3-pointer against UC Davis at Firestone Fieldhouse on March 19. The buzzer-beater advanced the team to the second round of the Women's National Invitation Tournament, where they would defeat Southern Utah but fall in the Super 16 against South Dakota. Photo by Ava Walton Since entering the transfer portal … [Read more...] about Women’s Basketball Junior Guard Turns Transfer into Triumph in First Season
Behind the Performance
Editor’s Note: Melissa Houston was a member of Dance In Flight (DIF) this past year.Isabelle Ignacio's dances for the camera. She said her dancing reflects the individuality behind every performance. Photo by Melissa Houston.The lights come up, the curtain rises and the show begins.From the outside, performing all looks the same. People go on stage, move, sing, dance and … [Read more...] about Behind the Performance
Through the Looking Glass: How People-Watching Brings a New Perspective
People sit on a lawn in early March in San Francisco. People-watching is a common way to connect with those you may never meet. Photos by Melissa HoustonIt is easy to people-watch in Los Angeles — an urban center of life that is home to almost 4 million people. In such a populated city, millions of stories are waiting to be told by each person just trying to live their … [Read more...] about Through the Looking Glass: How People-Watching Brings a New Perspective