PARENT and FAMILY GUIDE 2025-26
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WELCOME
from President Jim Gash
Dear Pepperdine Parents and Family Members,
It is with great joy that I welcome you and your child to Pepperdine University as you embark together on this exciting voyage of knowledge, faith, and self-discovery. As a Christian institution, we know that education is about more than just academic achievement and advancement; it requires the nurturing of the whole person—mind, body, and soul. Pepperdine’s commitment to this belief sets us apart from other universities across the globe, and it is likely a major factor in your decision to entrust us with your greatest treasure. Our mission is to strengthen your children for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. And as the parents of three Seaver graduates, Joline and I know full well the joy and pain of watching our children both conquer obstacles and struggle to overcome the semester’s latest challenge. The unique perspectives of our children continue to help guide our family’s philanthropy as we seek to model Pepperdine’s motto “Freely ye received, freely give” (Matthew 10:8).
As the family of new students, your partnership and generosity make a tremendous impact on our provision of the best possible education and experience. Your commitment of time, talent, and treasure to Pepperdine will serve as an inspiration to others, and your child will develop and carry that sense of giving and gratitude long after they matriculate. In using this guide to settle your student into their new home, I challenge you to identify areas of interest for your family and then engage with us as an integral part of our Pepperdine family.
Welcome to Pepperdine.
Warmly,
Jim Gash President and CEO
SEAVER COLLEGE FAST FACTS
Dean: Lee Katz
How competitive was admission?
We had a very strong and robust response by admitted students again this year. This year’s pool of admitted students continues to be selective.
Average First-Year GPA: 3.73
Average Transfer GPA: 3.35
Student/faculty ratio: 13:1
School Team Name: Waves
School Colors: Blue and Orange
Athletic Mascot: Willie the Wave
Number of NCAA Division l Teams: 17
A MESSAGE
Dean of Seaver College
As one of the nation’s premier undergraduate institutions, Seaver College is committed to developing the critical-thinking abilities of each of our students. Our goal is to help them grow and refine their methods of reasoning as they advance toward becoming future leaders. In the process, Seaver College introduces students to the expansive ways their education will be used to serve others.
At Seaver, students are able to put their studies into practice through a variety of unique opportunities. Whether it’s an internship program, a research intensive seminar, or an active learning assignment, Seaver College students are encouraged to fully experience new challenges until they succeed. It is our belief that the best education is fostered through quality teaching, innovative curriculums, and realworld experience.
Motto: “Freely ye received, freely give”
—Matthew 10:8
In the process, we trust that our Christcentered foundation will cultivate a warm and welcoming campus community. By creating an environment centered around faith and learning, Seaver College offers a transformative experience that allows students to freely pursue their God-given passions and consider how they might be used in the service of their global neighbors. We look forward to collaborating with you and your family each step of the way.
Sincerely,
Lee B. Kats Dean, Seaver College
PEPPERDINE LIBRARIES
Pepperdine’s multiple library locations provide a global gateway to knowledge, serving the diverse and changing needs of the learning community. Print, digital, and audiovisual materials support the instructional programs and research activities of University faculty, students, and community members. From collaborative environments for open study to special collections to digital makerspaces, creative minds are encouraged to engage with the tools that will enhance their educational experience. Resources and services include:
RESOURCES:
• Access to more than 1.8 million items via our catalog, 3.3 billion available via interlibrary loan
• Access to 130 electronic databases
• Digital collections of 43,000 items
• Special Collections and University Archives
• Pepperdine Libraries Digital Commons: electronic press for research and scholarly output
SERVICES:
• Librarians available via chat, email, phone, and in person
• Tutoring
• Genesis Lab makerspace and Drescher iLab with 3D printers, virtual reality equipment, studio for video/podcast recording
• Digital Learning Lab for information literacy classes
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER
The mission of the Student Success Center (SSC) is to provide outstanding academic support for students and to empower them to excel in their chosen field of study. Our robust, peer-tutoring program operates on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis. The SSC also offers individualized academic coaching and hosts monthly learning skills workshops to help students achieve academic success.
For more information, please visit our website LIBRARY.PEPPERDINE.EDU | 310.506.7273 @pepperdinelibraries | @pepperdine libraries | @PeppLibraries
PEPPERDINE PARENT AND FAMILY PHILANTHROPY AND ENGAGEMENT
Parent Philanthropy Ambassador
Pepperdine has a rich tradition of support and philanthropy among its parents—a tradition that transforms the lives of our students through scholarships, services, enhanced experiences, and campus programs. The ongoing philanthropic commitment from Pepperdine families is a testament to our mission and the educational experience we provide. The generosity of Pepperdine families empowers us to support the people, places, and programs that are at the heart of the Pepperdine experience. We invite you to join our giving community.
Jaime Jamison Vice Chancellor for Parent and Family Development
310.506.4164
For more information, please contact us at 310.506.4164 or scan the code for more information about the Parent and Family Council
Pepperdine Parent and Family Network
As a part of the larger Pepperdine network of alumni, students, and parents, the Pepperdine Parent Network (PPN) is a no-cost membership association that serves as a vehicle for parents and families who want to connect with Pepperdine on a deeper level. The PPN fosters a community of volunteerism and offers opportunities to engage with Pepperdine through service, spiritual life, sponsorship, and support. Members may volunteer their time and talents, receive timely newsletters, and are also invited to a variety of campus programs and special events.
• Pray for the spiritual formation of the Pepperdine community
• Serve as volunteers, hosts, and ambassadors
Hung Le
Senior Vice Chancellor, Alumni and Parent Engagement
310.506.6190
Christine Galvin
Director, Parent and Family Engagement
310.506.6334
christine.galvin@pepperdine.edu
Cindy Campbell Assistant Director, Parent and Family Engagement
310.506.6826
cindy.campbell@pepperdine.edu
By connecting parents and family members to philanthropy, resources, special events, and important information related to the University, Pepperdine ensures parents are actively involved in their student’s Pepperdine journey.
• Encourage parents and families to sponsor and connect our students to professional opportunities in their places of employment
• Encourage parents’ philanthropic support of Pepperdine through the Parent Philanthropic Ambassador program
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GET INVOLVED
with the Parent and Family Volunteer Network
Adopt-a-Dorm Ambassadors enhance first-year and transfer students’ living and learning experiences, helping the Housing and Residence Life staff better meet students’ physical, spiritual, and emotional needs.
Annual Fund Ambassadors support by assisting the Pepperdine Fund campaigns, recruiting, and introducing potential Pepperdine Associates members to the University.
Athletic Ambassadors attend and cheer at on-campus and off-campus competitions, supporting our Pepperdine athletic programs.
Career Ambassadors assist the Seaver College Career Center by serving as career coaches and mentors, speaking about a company or industry, or providing internships, informational interviews, job listings, or company tours. Register you and your business on PeppConnect as a mentor or employer.
Fine Arts Ambassadors support the efforts of the division by assisting with student productions, meals for load-in and -out days, attending fundraising events.
Local Ambassadors host local events and volunteer at on-campus events such as New Student Orientation, Waves of Flags, Waves Weekend, Pepperdine Gives, and Malibu Reception.
Philanthropy Ambassadors strengthen Pepperdine by supporting the people, places, and programs that are at the heart of the Pepperdine experience.
Regional Ambassadors provide outreach to current, prospective, and incoming students and their parents. Activities include volunteering at the annual info and admission receptions in their cities, offering testimonials regarding their experiences as Pepperdine parents, hosting send-off parties or events, and serving as a resource to the Admission Office.
Spiritual Life Ambassadors enhance students’ spiritual life formation by supporting monthly Pepperdine Parents in Prayer, supporting the Center for Faith and Learning initiatives, hosting prayer gatherings and prayer walks, and committing to daily prayer for the needs of the University.
Waves Golf Tournament Ambassadors support golf tournaments held throughout the year by volunteering, sponsoring, donating auction items, or playing golf.
GET ENGAGED
with the Parent and Family Network of Activities, Events, and Opportunities
• Alumni-Sponsored Events
• Annual Waves Alumni and Family Weekend
• Athletics’ Tailgates and Coaches’ Chalk Talks
• Family Camp
• Graduate Schools’ Speakers and Conferences
• Holiday Events
• Library Exhibits, Events, and Speakers
• Mentoring and Career Support Services
• Museum Exhibits, Events, and Speakers
• Parent and Family Book Club
• Parent and Family Hiking / Walking Club
• Parent and Family Informational Webinars
• Parents Program Facebook and Instagram Pages
• Pepperdine Gives
• Pepperdine Parents in Prayer
• Philanthropic Events
• Professional and Student Theatre Performances
• Waves of Flags
• Volunteer Opportunities
Our goal is that you and your student will take from Pepperdine experiences, memories, and lessons that will remain with you for a lifetime. As such, we seek to find ways to connect you to us while your student is here and keep you connected in the years to come. The Parent and Family Program Office and the Parent Ambassadors are the two ways we establish and maintain that connection.
We appreciate your involvement in your student’s college experience and look forward to spending time with you. When you are in Malibu, please stop by and visit the Parent and Family Program on the third floor of the Thornton Administrative Center. If you have any questions, you can also call our dedicated Parent and Family line at 310.506.4617.
HUB FOR SPIRITUAL LIFE
The Hub for Spiritual Life engages the Pepperdine community with worship and spiritual growth opportunities. Our mission, rooted in our heritage of faith, is to create and offer experiences that cultivate a vibrant and consistent spiritual life at the University.
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BE PART OF THE TEAM
If you are interested in joining the parent and family team, we would love to hear from you!
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Student’s Residence Hall:
o Adopt-a-Dorm Ambassador
o Annual Fund Ambassador
o Athletic Ambassador
o Career Ambassador
o Fine Arts Ambassador
o Local Ambassador
Giving Back
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o Philanthropy Ambassador
o Regional Ambassador
o Spiritual Life Ambassador
o Waves Golf Tournament Ambassador
o Parent and Family Council
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Pepperdine University 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90263-4617
A PARENT PERSPECTIVE
The first year at Pepperdine will be an exciting, challenging, and transforming experience for both you and your student. Parents play a critical role in student adjustment, so it is important to be equipped with helpful advice and strategies you can use to be supportive.
SOCIAL AND ACADEMIC ADJUSTMENT
Homesickness is a common challenge during the first year. Students indicate that it helps if family members keep in close contact. Another area of adjustment is having a roommate and all aspects of sharing the space— especially if the student is accustomed to having their own room. Students recommend that new students wait a couple of months before going home for the first time; Thanksgiving is suggested as a good first-visit goal—spending time on campus helps students connect with the Pepperdine community. Finally, going home again can be challenging because everyone has changed—the student, the family, friends, as well as the community.
Encourage your student to get involved in extracurricular activities to help them develop leadership and social skills. Listen with an open mind to your student’s concerns. The academic pace can be an adjustment, and it may be overwhelming at first. And although it is important to offer your student advice, college is a time
for your student to grow, so it is also necessary to allow your student to make their own choices.
PERSONAL VEHICLE
Although it is easier to get around Los Angeles if you have a car, there are alternative ways to do so. If a student does not have a car, they are more likely to develop a strong connection to the Pepperdine University community. Parking is extremely limited due to the ongoing improvements on campus, but it is free. Students are also able to rent cars by the hour by contacting our Department of Public Safety.
FINANCES
The amount of spending money a student needs varies among students. Many things to do on campus or in the Los Angeles area do not cost additional money. Frequent expenses include: recreational activities, occasional meals out, membership dues ranging from $500 to $1,000 for Greek organizations, and some campus events.
GREETINGS
from the Vice President for Student Affairs
Greetings!
As a proud and grateful Seaver alumna and the vice president for student affairs, I am so happy to welcome you to the Pepperdine family.
Please know that as amazing as the academic offerings are at Pepperdine, a whole world of outside-the-classroom experiences also awaits, where meaningful memories are made, relationships are developed, and wellness is supported.
Community and belonging are created through a vibrant on-campus residential community, numerous special events and traditions, and an extensive menu of student organizations, leadership-development opportunities, and student employment experiences. Pepperdine students are supported holistically with opportunities to develop resilience and thrive holistically in their physical, mental health, and spiritual lives.
Encourage your students to engage deeply in this beautiful Pepperdine community. My team can’t wait to welcome them and support them on their journeys.
With anticipation,
Connie Horton (’82) VP for Student Affairs
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Students have an opportunity to cultivate community spirit, serve Pepperdine and surrounding communities, and grow. Check out our Student Government Association, Inter-Club Council, Student Programming Board, fraternity and sorority life, and more.
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CAMPUS RECREATION
Campus Recreation is committed to providing high-quality recreational activities for individuals and groups to enhance personal fitness, wellness, and enjoyment. We offer a comprehensive recreation program that promotes personal enrichment, learning, and development through competitive play, instructional and group fitness classes, cardiovascular and strength-training facilities, outdoor excursions, and educational workshops..
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STUDENT CLUBS
Using Peppervine, explore more than 100 Seaver College student clubs and organizations, including numerous identity-based groups, academic and honor societies, service and socialaction organizations, special interest clubs, arts and entertainment clubs, and student-led ministries.
Extracurricular activities help students develop leadership and social skills valued by future employers.
CAMPUS LIVING
CAMPUS HOUSING
The residence halls on the beautiful Malibu campus offer students convenient access to academic buildings, recreational facilities, and on-campus dining. Our residential community is here to support and provide students with opportunities for more peer and faculty interaction, enhanced learning, social engagement, and spiritual formation.
All new students are required to live on campus and have a meal plan for their first two academic years; fall transfer students are required to live on-campus for the entire academic year and spring transfer students are required to live on campus the spring term when they begin at Pepperdine.
Read more about the University’s residency requirement policy
HOUSING PORTAL
Students apply for housing at Pepperdine using our online Housing Portal, through which they may apply for campus housing, search for and select roommates, manage their meal plans, and view their room assignments. Admitted students should check their Pepperdine email accounts regularly during the summer for information on important dates and deadlines, such as when the Housing Portal will open for them.
Log in to the Pepperdine Housing Portal to begin your on-campus living experience
SEAVER COLLEGE HOUSING
Learn more about our living areas, including campus/residential amenities, rates, and frequently asked questions
For more information or inquiries, please email housing@pepperdine.edu or call 310.506.7586.
Application Process Timeline for Newly Admitted Students:
• May 15, 2025: Housing Portal opens. Students must be accepted to the University, have submitted the “Intent to Enroll” form, and pay the enrollment deposit (through WaveNet) before access to the portal is granted.
• June 16, 2025: Deadline for contracts and roommate selection.
• July 1, 2025: Placements confirmed via email.
WHAT TO BRING
o Extra-long sheets and mattress pad
o Comforter and pillow
o Toiletries and caddy for personal items
o Towels
o Shower shoes/ flip-flops
o Storage containers
o Lots of hangers
o Laundry basket and iron/ironing board
o Trash can
o Bulletin board and/or white board
o Computer
o At least two lamps (no halogen bulbs or string lights)
o Two UL-approved surge protectors with lots of outlets (including some wide outlets for chargers)
o Socket wrench (one-half inch) for optional bed height adjustment (note that the Housing and Residence Life Office will assist with changing bed heights and creating bunk beds.)
o Fan
o Walking shoes (only a few take bikes—it’s too hilly)
o Cocktail attire or Sunday best clothing for President Gash’s Reception during orientation; additional semiformal wear may be in order if you decide to pledge a sorority or fraternity.
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Note: All suite-style rooms come equipped with a MicroChill (minifridge/microwave combo) (apartment areas do not come with this amenity). MicroChills are available to rent for the year from College Products, 712.948.3250.
Target and HomeGoods are located within 30 minutes of campus.
ROOM AND FURNITURE DIMENSIONS
For detailed information about the dimensions of rooms and their furnishings, scan the QR code, email housing@pepperdine.edu, or call 310.506.7586.
CAMPUS DINING
Located on the first floor of the Tyler Campus Center (TCC), the Waves Cafe is one of our three main dining facilities. This state-of-the-art platform dining concept features restaurantquality food and a beautiful 180-degree ocean view. The Waves Cafe features four entrée stations serving a different, freshly prepared item at each meal, an extensive salad bar, and gourmet soups and desserts. Vegan, vegetarian, and other dietary restricted items are offered for lunch and dinner, in addition to a pizza bar. Our facilities also include Nature’s Edge, the HAWC Cafe, the Oasis—our new artisan pizza and noodle bar—and Starbucks Coffee in the Payson Library. A variety of meal plans can be purchased.
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STUDY ABROAD
For more than 60 years, Pepperdine’s nationally ranked International Programs have provided unparalleled global educational experiences that allow for adventure, personal growth, academic rigor, and a guided path to becoming a globally minded citizen. Approximately 80 percent of Seaver students away during their time as Waves, making International Programs an integral part of the Pepperdine tradition.
From our international-focused internship program based in Washington, DC, to our homestay program in Buenos Aires, to our campuses in England, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland, we can help your student find the program that best suits their needs. We provide opportunities for experiential learning, general education courses, crosscultural service, and language immersion. We also offer summer faculty-led programs to places such as Fiji, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, and Uganda. The priority deadline is noon on Monday, September 22, 2025 for applications for all summer 2026 through spring 2027 programs.
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THE PEPPERDINE FIGHT SONG
Up on the hill in Malibu
We are the Waves of orange and blue, Waves will Waves will crush you!
We’re gonna fight! fight! fight! For Pepperdine
We’re gonna win for the orange and the blue
The mountains and the sea inspire victory
In the Waves of Malibu.
We’re gonna fight! fight! fight! For Pepperdine
And show our pride now for everyone to see
Come on and raise your voice to show the world your choice
And cheer our team to victory – VICTORY!!!
CAMPUS MAP
LEGEND
AP Adamson Plaza
AC Appleby Center
AM Amphitheatre
BC Bigger’s Courtyard
BEA Beaman Patio
BPC Black Family Plaza Classrooms
B Bookstore
CCB Center for Communication and Business
CAC Cultural Arts Center
EA Elkins Auditorium
FR Fireside Room
FF Firestone Fieldhouse
HSL Hub for Spiritual Life
HWC Howard A. White Center
JP Joslyn Plaza
J Juarez Courtyard
KRR Kresge Reading Room
KSC Keck Science Center
L Lindhurst Theatre
LH Light House
MB Music Building
MT Mullin Town Square
PCHC Pacific Coast Highway Courts
OS OneStop (located inside of TAC)
PFC Pepperdine Fitness Center
PL Payson Library
PLC Pendleton Learning Center
R Raitt Recital Hall
RHO Rho Parking Lot
RAC Rockwell Academic Center
SAC Student Assistance Center
Health Center
Housing and Residence Life
Office of Student Accessibility
SS Student Success Center
ST Smothers Theatre
SC Stauffer Chapel
TAC Thornton Administrative Center
TCC Tyler Campus Center
VG Villa Graziadio
WC Waves Cafe
W Weisman Museum
RESIDENCE HALLS
1. Conner
2. Phillips
3. E. Pengilly
4. Peppers 5. Hayes 6. White 7. Fifield
8. Pauley
9. Rockwell Towers 10. Crocker 11. J. Pengilly
12. Knott
13. Eaton
14. Darnell
15. Miller
16. DeBell
17. Banowsky
18. Krown Alpha
20. Shafer (Rho)
21. Eden House (Sigma)
23. Seaside Residence Hall
A–C Loverich Apts.
D–G George Page Apts.
H–W Drescher Apts.
Visitors may park in any legal parking space on campus.
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WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is a federal law that protects the rights of students by defining who has access to student educational records. FERPA laws transfer ownership of the educational records directly to the student; therefore, parents have no inherent rights to view, change, or control a college student’s educational records.
In general, unless your student/s give you access to their student records (which can include academic and/or financial records), we will not be able to share any of their information with you. A student’s educational records can include registration information, class schedules, and grades. They also include a detailed record of all costs of attendance, miscellaneous charges, and any related financial assistance. Students and those whom they have granted access to will be able to view,
pay, and update student account information online through WaveNet’s Student Center.
In order to receive access to your student’s educational records, please ask your student to grant you guest access to their account. This is the only way that you will be able to access your student’s information including account balances, payments, refunds, financial assistance, and/or grades. Your student may designate you as a guest user and will be able to determine your level of access. We encourage you to speak directly to your student to set up access.
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STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The online student account serves as the official student bill. The account will be updated automatically with every charge or credit posted to the student account. The amount due will be available by viewing the student account online through WaveNet and will reflect the charges, credits, amounts due, and specific due dates for each.
Students are responsible for viewing their student account online, noting the account balances due, and making the appropriate arrangements for payment to be received by the due date. If you as a parent wish to receive email notifications regarding the account activity, please have your student grant you guest access to their WaveNet account and sign you up for billing reminder emails. You may also ask your student to grant you access to Account Detail so that if you have any questions and wish to contact Student Accounts, we will be able to discuss the account with you.
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
At Pepperdine, financial assistance is offered to approximately 85 to 90 percent of our students. Our financial assistance includes scholarships, grants, loans, and on-campus employment opportunities. Our financial assistance staff is happy to assist you.
Office of Financial Assistance
Phone: 310.506.4301
Email: finaid2@pepperdine.edu FAFSA Code: 001264
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HEALTH CENTER
The Student Health Center (SHC) is committed to providing high-quality, low-cost healthcare. Conveniently located on campus in the recently renovated Student Assistance Center, the SHC is staffed with board-certified physicians, a physician’s assistant, a registered dietician/nutritionist, registered nurses, medical assistants, and administrative personnel. Our diverse team is skilled in working with college-age patients and provides a professional and welcoming environment for students seeking care.
The SHC provides health services to any enrolled Pepperdine student. These services are provided in the SHC without charge. There is a charge for services such as laboratory tests, travel medicine vaccinations, and medications. Available services include men’s and women’s health, care for illness and injury, immunizations, injections, labs, nutrition, respiratory problems,
and dermatology. The SHC also offers specialized clinics such as vaccination, travel medicine, and STI/HIV testing.
TimelyCare is our 24/7 medical and mental health services provider available to all students without charge.
Students can call 310.506.4315, option 3, for more information about available health services or to schedule an appointment.
Please note that although the SHC does not bill insurance directly, the center provides a walkout statement (superbill) to patients and directions regarding how to seek reimbursements from their health insurance plan.
Please visit the Student Health Center website for more information
UNIVERSITY HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENT
Pepperdine University requires that all students, both domestic and international (including those studying abroad), provide proof of a US-based health insurance plan or enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). To meet this requirement, new and returning students must select one of two options on their AHP Insurance Dashboard each academic year: confirm SHIP option by clicking the “enroll” button or provide proof of an existing US-based health insurance plan by clicking the “waive” button.
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For questions regarding SHIP, the AHP Insurance Dashboard, requirement deadlines, please visit the University Health Insurance Requirement website
STUDENT COUNSELING
The Counseling Center provides free, confidential services to Pepperdine students, including individual, couples, and group counseling; walk-in consultations; and psychoeducational outreach programming. Students come to the Counseling Center for a variety of concerns, such as homesickness, depression, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. The center also offers psychological consultation to students, faculty, staff, or parents who are concerned about a student.
A caring, licensed, professional staff member will meet your or your student’s needs.
CAREER SERVICES
CAREER CENTER
The Career Center is committed to assisting students with career exploration and planning while also helping them build meaningful professional experience in school and after graduation. Students can engage early with professional development by taking a first-year career education course, participating in a job-shadow program, and joining local and national company tours. Students also have access to a leading career management platform (Handshake), an artificial intelligence resume review platform (VMock), and a University-specific professional mentoring platform (PeppConnect). Our programs, resources, and tools are designed to create the foundation for career readiness skills that are needed to secure internships and professional experiences.
Throughout the year, the Career Center hosts industry-focused fairs and a larger career expo featuring more than 50 employers. Outside of fairs, the Career Center hosts ongoing experiential learning opportunities for students with on-campus employer visits, resume review drop-in hours, mock interviews, job- and internshipsearch strategy sessions, career treks, and job-shadow days to help equip them with the knowledge, skills, and connections for any career pathway they choose.
A team of career advisors provide tailored coaching support for students seeking internships, jobs, or graduate school admission. A number of on-campus recruiting events are held throughout the year and students can access numerous opportunities through Handshake. Special offerings like industry-specific networking events, the Career Coaching Program, and the Ask an Alum series help students prepare for the world of work and gain the confidence employers recognize.
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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
The Student Employment Office offers on- and off-campus job listings, community service job opportunities, and summer employment opportunities. The University offers positions in research, recreation, clerical support, telecommunications, computer technology, and other fields. Students eligible for Federal Work Study may work on campus or participate in the Community Service Program, which offers opportunities in education, healthcare, social work, law enforcement, and government. Off-campus opportunities are available in childcare, private tutoring, retail, and office management.
CAMPUS SAFETY
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and secure environment while respecting the rights and dignity of individuals using programs and facilities of Pepperdine University.
Specific services include 24/7 security patrols, emergency response, threat assessment, building security, parking/traffic enforcement, campus safety escorts, event support, investigations, and dissemination of safety-related information. Other services include roadside assistance for problems such as vehicle lockouts and jump starts, the Safe Rides Program and management of the University’s fire and lifesaving equipment. DPS encourages the use of the free LiveSafe app, available on iTunes or the Google Play store. It offers users a variety of campus safety resources; the ability to report concerns anonymously; and to communicate directly with DPS and 911, if needed.
SAFE RIDES
Pepperdine’s Safe Rides program exists to provide a safer community. If a student does not feel safe in an off-campus location, regardless of the circumstances, they are encouraged to call DPS for assistance at 310.506.4441.
DPS will facilitate your student’s safe return to campus by using the appropriate resources. This is not a confidential service, but students should not fear punishment for seeking assistance when in an unsafe situation.
Scan the code at right for more information about campus safety services, or call 310.506.4700
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY
The Office of Student Accessibility (OSA) supports students with accessibility needs in all aspects of their Pepperdine experience.
The University provides services and accommodations as mandated by the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Registering with the office is an interactive process, based on the student’s narrative and supporting documentation. Because each disability and the particular circumstance are unique,
ALUMNI AFFAIRS
Once a student, forever a Wave! The Seaver College Alumni office helps connect successful alumni with current students to offer guidance as they explore purposeful career paths. Through programs, events, and resources coordinated by this office and the Student Alumni Organization (SAO), Seaver students will be presented with a variety of opportunities to engage alumni in their fields of interest—building their professional network ahead of graduation and experiencing what it means to be an active member of our vibrant alumni community. Students interested in leveraging these opportunities should consider applying to join SAO, where they can build skills in event/program coordination and have special access to key alumni.
Seaver College Alumni Student Alumni Organization
the OSA encourages all students with disabilities to contact them to talk about specific needs.
Scan the code at left for more information about accessibility services, or call 310.506.6500
PEPPCONNECT
CONNECT
Find and connect with graduates, learn about shared interests.
GIVE BACK
Introduce, employ, and offer to act as a mentor to our graduating students.
EXPAND
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THE PEPPERDINE COMMUNITY
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WAVE LINGO
When they say... What do they mean?
APPLEBY CENTER
Many classes are held at the Appleby Center. The building has two floors. When you are on the second floor, you are in the Appleby Center (AC). When you go downstairs in this building, you will be in the Rockwell Academic Center (RAC).
BROCK HOUSE
Brock House is where the president of Pepperdine University and his family live. The house is up on the hill where the big American flag flutters. Our University president is Jim Gash and his wife is Joline.
CAC
Cultural Arts Center, the classroom building between the Weisman Museum and Smothers Theatre.
CCB
Center for Communication and Business, which can be found just off of President Drive. It includes classrooms and offices, and offers food services for two of Seaver College’s largest majors, communication and business.
CHAPEL
Chapel, a required Pepperdine student experience, welcomes students into our community. Exploring selected, central ideas of the Christian faith, the program seeks to inspire spiritual growth and set students on a path to a life grounded in love and enlivened by the pursuit of wisdom and human flourishing. Chapel consists of four large gatherings each semester and a series of breakout groups.
THE HAWC
The HAWC was named after Howard A. White, the fifth president of Pepperdine, hence the initials HAWC (C is for Center). It is a popular student hangout, open 24 hours a day during the regular school year. This building houses Student Activities.
THE HUB FOR SPIRITUAL LIFE
The Hub for Spiritual Life engages the Pepperdine community with worship and spiritual growth opportunities. Its mission, rooted in Pepperdine’s heritage of faith, is to create and offer experiences that cultivate a vibrant and consistent spiritual life at the University.
JERRY’S TREE
Jerry’s Tree is named after Geraldyne Faries, wife of the late Judge McIntyre Faries. Both were benefactors of Pepperdine. It is a common meeting place located outside of the upstairs library entrance right before the stairs that lead to main campus.
JOSLYN PLAZA, MULLIN TOWN SQUARE
In the plaza and square you will find Elkins Auditorium, the largest lecture hall at Seaver College. The spaces are located outside the TCC and are considered the center of the main campus.
KSC
KSC stands for Keck Science Center, an annex to the RAC and AC. It includes classrooms, conference rooms, and laboratory teaching areas.
THE LIB
The Lib is short for Payson Library, the primary library on the Malibu campus.
THE LIGHT HOUSE
The Light House is a student lounge located on the second floor of the Tyler Campus Center. Its warm atmosphere marks a new chapter of fellowship on campus and serves as a gathering place for a variety of student activities including spiritual life gatherings, Student Government Association meetings, and fraternity and sorority functions. This is where students pick up their mail and enjoy a healthy snack and conversation.
ONESTOP
OneStop is your student’s one-stop shop for all of their student-service needs. Located adjacent to the Financial Assistance Office on the second floor of the TAC, OneStop staff members can help with enrollment, student accountsrelated questions, VA services, and most general questions.
PLC
The PLC is the Pendleton Learning Center, which includes classrooms and study rooms. Entrances are just to the left of the library entrance and by the amphitheatre.
RAC
The Rockwell Academic Center is the first floor of the Appleby Center. It houses the Natural Science Division and most prerequisite math classes are held there.
THE ROCK
The Rock is a Malibu Campus landmark. Upcoming events are often announced there and student groups are welcome to paint the Rock to show Pepperdine spirit.
SAC
The Student Assistance Center houses the Office of Student Accessibility, Student Health Center, Counseling Center, and Housing and Residence Life. It is located above the Center for Communication and Business (CCB)
SEAVER COLLEGE
Seaver College is Pepperdine’s college of letters, arts, and sciences. It is one of six schools that make up Pepperdine University. The others are: the Caruso School of Law, the Graziadio Business School, the Graduate School of Education Psychology, the School of Public Policy, and the College of Health Science.
STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER
The Student Activity Center is located in the HAWC on the first floor. It is home to all student activities, events, and organizations. The advisors for the Student Government Association, student clubs and organizations, and the Student Programming Board can be found here.
TAC
The TAC is the Thornton Administrative Center. It is the building next to the library and is the first building you see when you drive up Seaver Drive. It houses many of the administrative offices at Pepperdine Also note that OneStop is located on the second floor.
TCC
The TCC refers to the Tyler Campus Center, which houses many of the offices and services your student will visit the most. It is home to the Waves Cafe (the “caf”), Nature’s Edge, the Student Government Association, the Career Center, Student Employment, and International Programs.
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GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
Teachers, leaders, therapists, and psychologists are prepared for meaningful careers dedicated to service.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY
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COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE
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Innovative programs in nursing and speech-language pathology empower compassionate healthcare professionals.
PEPPERDINE CALENDARS
Academic Calendar
FALL 2025
August 12 (6 days) Orientation for all new students*
August 18
Classes begin
September 1 Labor Day holiday
September 6 Step Forward Day
September 6 Waves of Flags
September 17 Founder’s Day
October 3 (3 days) Waves Weekend
October 10 (4 days) Fall Break
October TBD
November 24 (5 days)
Wave Classic Golf Tournament
Thanksgiving holiday; no classes meet
December 8 (5 days) Final exams** ***
December 24 (12 days)
Winter Break; all offices closed
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SPRING 2026
January 8 (4 days) Orientation for all new students
January 12 Classes begin
January 19 Martin Luther King, Jr., Day; all offices closed; no classes meet
March 2 (5 days) Spring Break; no classes meet
April 27 (5 days) Final exams
May 2
Seaver College Commencement Ceremony
*First-year students will receive their first semester schedules during orientation. The academic advising staff handpicks a schedule that it feels will support your student’s success during their first semester. If they feel a need to change their schedulee, your student can go to OneStop and request a change.
**The final exam schedule for first semester is already posted online at seaver.pepperdine.edu/academics/schedule.
***While not noted on the Academic Calendar, seaver.pepperdine.edu/academics/calendar/default.htm, students must check out of the hall for the Christmas holiday no later than 10 pm on the Thursday night (December 11, 2025) of final exam week (December 8, 2025). They may check out earlier and leave once their exams are completed. If a student has a Thursday night final, they are allowed to remain in their dorms no later than 9 am Friday morning (December 12, 2025). Returning residents can check back in for the spring term in the afternoon of Saturday, January 10, 2026.
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BOONE CENTER FOR THE FAMILY
The Boone Center for the Family is a relationship-training and resource center that integrates sound theology and the best of psychology to equip churches, ministries, and Christian schools to strengthen healthy relationships. The Boone Center was established in 1996 through the inspiration and foundation of former Pepperdine president and first lady M. Norvel and Helen Young and generously endowed by Pat and Shirley Boone in 2006. A vibrant and committed board of advisors has supported and sustained the Boone Center since its founding.
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