Good Friday Service and Reception 2026
Faculty and staff are invited to observe Good Friday in community as we prepare our hearts and minds for Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday. Join colleagues for a contemplative morning at neighboring Serra Retreat and for a special service in Stauffer Chapel with a reception to follow.
University Credit Union Personal Finance Office Hours
Human Resources is pleased to partner with University Credit Union (UCU) to bring you ongoing office hours to answer questions related to your personal finances.
Virtual Pacific Crest Trail Expedition Community Hike
Join us at the Malibu Campus Amphitheatre on March 13 from 12 - 1 PM for a scenic group hike to the Cross. Enjoy the outdoors alongside colleagues and students while earning 5 expedition miles and additional rewards along the way. Please coordinate with your supervisor for approval, to ensure proper workplace coverage, and to confirm any necessary schedule adjustments, particularly if the hike extends beyond one hour.
Virtual Grief Groups
In partnership with the Hub for Spiritual Life and Human Resources, Pepperdine employees are invited to a series of four virtual grief support group sessions facilitated by Elizabeth Topp, Ph.D., and CA licensed Clinical Psychologist.
2026 Wellness Week Recap
During February 23 - 27, Human Resources hosted a series of programs highlighting the many dimensions of wellness, including physical, psychological, financial, social, and spiritual health. Faculty and staff participated in sessions on heart health, CPR certification, financial planning, mindfulness, and more.
2026 Workplace Climate Survey
Human Resources encourages you to share your feedback and experience in the 2026 Workplace Climate Survey as we seek to continually strengthen our shared community and workplace.
2026 Wellness Week
Just as Pepperdine provides transformative experiences for our students to be servant-minded leaders, working at this University must extend beyond employment to provide faculty and staff with opportunities to enjoy life abundant. Pepperdine approaches employee wellness holistically, acknowledging that all components of an employee's well-being—physical, social, financial, psychological, and spiritual—are interconnected.
Women's Basketball Malibu Classic
Come Cheer on Women’s Basketball! Take a break in your workday and join us for the opening game of the Malibu Classic as Pepperdine Women’s Basketball faces North Dakota State University on Tuesday, December 16, at 2:00 PM PST. Let’s pack Firestone Fieldhouse and show our support for the Waves!
DUNAMIS! Professional Development Training
Throughout the academic year, the Office for Community Belonging, in partnership with Human Resources, delivers a curated series of professional development workshops focused on its DUNAMIS! framework. This series is designed to support our institutional mission and operationalize a vision for a diverse community characterized by radical love, intellect, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging.
Holiday Receptions
Human Resources cordially invites you to join colleagues in community and celebration this holiday season. This season creates a joyous time to connect outside of our typical work day, spend quality time with colleagues, and celebrate each other and the good work done this past year at Pepperdine.
