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.
Men's Basketball: Staff and Faculty Appreciation Night
Celebrate Staff and Faculty Appreciation Night as Pepperdine Men’s Basketball takes on New Orleans on Tuesday, November 18, at 6 PM! Employees are able to attend all games free of charge by showing their Pepperdine ID.
Hub for Spiritual Life Grief Groups
The Hub for Spiritual Life invites employees to participate in a four-session grief support group series facilitated by Elizabeth Topp, Ph.D., a California-licensed Clinical Psychologist.
"Champions of the Golden Valley" — Film Screening & Conversation
Alumni Affairs and the Communications Department invite you to a special on-campus screening of "Champions of the Golden Valley," a powerful feature documentary produced by Seaver alumna Katie Stjernholm (’10)." The film follows the remarkable true story of an Afghan Olympic hopeful whose unfulfilled dream inspires a new generation to embrace skiing and hope in the face of adversity.
Waves Pumpkin Bash
Join us for an exciting evening on October 30 as Pepperdine takes on LMU at 7 PM on ESPNU! Before the game, bring the whole family for Trick or Treating with Pepperdine Teams starting at 6 PM — a fun way to meet your favorite student-athletes. Plus, Jr. Waves Club Members can enjoy free face painting to get into the festive spirit.
Thriving Minds: Mental Health Strategies for Work & Life
Join us for a four-part wellness series designed specifically for faculty and staff. This engaging program explores evidence-based mental health tools through a lens of faith, purpose, and community—empowering you to thrive personally and professionally.
Fall Financial Webinars with BFSG
Join a Fall four-part BFSG webinar series. As we continue the second half of 2025, we are pleased to bring you a series that focuses on protecting your digital self, managing debt and explaining the recent tax bill, and demystifying annuities and life insurance.
Fall Service Drive with Food Share Ventura County
Faculty and staff are invited to donate non-perishable food items to Food Share Ventura County, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing meals for individuals experiencing food insecurity.
Malibu Campus Community Gatherings
We invite you to enjoy coffee, tea, snacks, and conversations with colleagues at various locations across the Malibu campus, as we seek to be reminded of the joy and strength found in our shared life together. Register to attend one (or several) of the upcoming community coffee hours happening in the weeks ahead.
