2026 Wellness Week

Pepperdine exercises a holistic approach to faculty and staff wellness, acknowledging that each component of an employee's wellness, physical, social, spiritual, psychological, and financial, are intertwined and impacts each other.

During the week of February 23 - 27, Human Resources will share a series of messages encouraging you to take advantage of the wellness-focused initiatives available at Pepperdine. Each day, we will highlight existing resources while also offering additional programming throughout the week. Please join us for one or many events offered during Wellness Week as we strive to become a healthier community, together.

For every event you register for and attend, you will be entered to win a wellness-focused raffle prize, including wellness technology products, spa packages, or percussion massagers.

Monday, February 23 | Highlighting Holistic Wellness

• CPR/AED Training and Certification - Calabasas (9 - 9:30 AM, Seminar Room 295) | Register
  • Gain life-saving skills in this hands-on CPR and AED certification session. Learn how to respond confidently in emergencies, perform CPR effectively, and use an AED with ease.
• CPR/AED Training and Certification - West LA (1 - 1:30 PM, Room 209) | Register

Tuesday, February 24 | Highlighting Physical Wellness

• Aetna Your Way: Maximize your Aetna Membership (10 - 10:45 AM, Zoom) | Register
  • Learn how to access preventive care, manage your health expenses, explore wellness programs, and take full advantage of the resources available to you as an Aetna member.
• Heart Health Seminar (12 - 1 PM, Lobby Conference Room, Thornton Administrative Center) | Register
  • Learn how to protect and improve your heart health from a Kaiser Permanente physician, Dr. Christopher Lin. This informative session will cover practical tips for a healthy lifestyle, heart health risk factors, and strategies to keep your heart strong at every age.
  • This in-person session is limited to 20 participants. The session will also be livestreamed on Zoom. Register here for the livestream.
• Make the Most of Your Kaiser Permanente Membership (2 - 2:45 PM, Zoom) | Register
  • Learn how medical, pharmacy, and wellness services work together, explore online tools and care options, and discover simple ways to stay proactive about your health.

Wednesday, February 25 | Highlighting Psychological and Social Wellness

• Pepperdine Oncology Symposium (8 AM - 3 PM, Smothers Theatre) | Register
  • The symposium brings together the Pepperdine community to celebrate innovations in cancer therapy, tracing the full continuum from basic and translational research to clinical application.
• RISE Yoga (9 - 10 AM, Pepperdine Fitness Center) | Register
  • Unwind and recharge with a guided yoga session designed to promote relaxation, mindfulness, and stress relief.
• CPR/AED Training and Certification - Malibu Session 1 (11 - 11:30 AM, CCB 140) | Register
• Get to Know Health Advocate (11:30 AM - 12:15 PM, Zoom) | Register
  • Learn how Health Advocate can support you with personalized healthcare assistance, from navigating insurance to finding providers and wellness resources.
  • All full-time Pepperdine employees (and immediate family members) have access to and may take advantage of up to 10 free counseling sessions, with a licensed counselor, per matter, per year. Call Health Advocate by dialing 866.799.2728 or by visiting myhealthadvocate.pepperdine.edu
• CPR/AED Training and Certification - Malibu Session 2 (1:30 - 2 PM, CCB 140) | Register
• SOLD OUT | Waves Night with the LA Kings (Pregame Mixer: 6 - 7 PM, Game: 7 - 10 PM, Crypto.com Arena) | Register
  • Enjoy a night of hockey and community with a special pregame mixer followed by the LA Kings game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Thursday, February 26 | Highlighting Financial Wellness

• Major Purchases and Home Ownership with University Credit Union (10 - 10:45 AM, Zoom) | Register
  • Join financial experts at University Credit Union for an online workshop on how to prep for your next major purchase. Review money strategies that will get you one step closer to buying a house, upgrading your car, planning your dream vacation, remodeling your kitchen, or any other major purchase headed your way.
• What I Wish I Knew Yesterday with Bank of America (12 - 1 PM, Zoom) | Register
  • Learn the financial basics, including how to set goals, create a budget, manage debt, build an emergency fund, and plan for your financial future.
• Retirement Plan Essentials with Transamerica (2 - 2:45 PM, Zoom) | Register
  • Learn strategies to maximize your retirement savings, understand your options, and gain practical tips to help you feel confident about your financial future. Bring your questions and get expert guidance tailored to your goals.

Friday, February 27 | Highlighting Spiritual Wellness

• A Christian Approach to Mindfulness (9 - 9:45 AM, Zoom) | Register
  • In this session led by Robert Scholz, explore how mindfulness and presence can deepen your faith and bring more awareness to your daily life. Learn practical ways to slow down, center your thoughts, and connect more deeply with God through Christian mindfulness practices.
• Service Project Supporting Moms in Need (11 AM - 12:30 PM, Beaman Patio) | Register
  • Join colleagues for a hands-on service project creating pampering kits for moms in need. Your efforts will support Hope the Mission, Jenesse Center, and Claris Health, bringing comfort, care, and encouragement to mothers facing challenging circumstances.
  • Any support is welcome. You are invited to serve for the entirety of the project or drop by for 15 - 30 minutes to make a kit.