With final exams looming on the horizon, students are scrambling to finish up semester projects and end the semester with good grades — all while balancing different aspects of their lives. With so much to do and so little time, some students may decide to pull an all-nighter to accomplish everything they have been putting off. However, research shows that staying up all night … [Read more...] about All-nighters compromise health
Whitney Irick
Put it out: University considers tighter restrictions on smoking
The University Management Committee (UMC) is considering tightening its current regulations with regards to smoking cigarettes on campus. As early as fall 2012, Pepperdine could become a smoke-free university. Although it would be referred to as a smoke-free campus, smoking would be allowed in designated areas. If the UMC formally approves the policy change, smokers would have … [Read more...] about Put it out: University considers tighter restrictions on smoking
DPS officials investigate peeping tom
Department of Public Safety officers are investigating a peeping tom on campus. On Tuesday, Jan. 17, at approximately 10:30 p.m. officers received a call about a possible voyeur around the Crocker residence hall. “An unidentified person was observed holding a cell phone in the window on the ground floor of a standard residence while a woman was showering,” said DPS Deputy … [Read more...] about DPS officials investigate peeping tom
Professor Chris Stivers carries on Songfest, Pepperdine legacy
Professor and musical director Chris Stivers, fueled by his passion for music, continues his Songfest legacy this year. His close ties to Pepperdine University, his love for music and his intense involvement in Songfest have earned him the label of “Pepperdine Royalty.” Wanting to be near a Christian liberal arts college, Stivers’ grandparents built a house adjacent to the … [Read more...] about Professor Chris Stivers carries on Songfest, Pepperdine legacy