School of Public Policy Community

The 2026 ICMA Annual Conference brings together local government leaders and professionals from around the world to explore innovative solutions to today’s most pressing public management challenges.

Pepperdine's annual 24-hour fundraising event, where Waves around the world join forces to raise money for 150 programs across the University, is this Wednesday, October 14, 2026!

At a time of increasing geopolitical competition and economic uncertainty, major sporting events remain among the few global platforms capable of bringing together governments, businesses, and citizens across borders.

Join the Alexander Hamilton Society on October 16th to hear Dr. Daniel Sargent speak on the U.S. foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere.

Join Christianity and Public Policy and the Conservatives of Public Policy as we welcome Dr. David Bridge from Baylor University. He will speak on the 2016 Election, and specifically examine "How Christian conservatives came to vote for Donald Trump?"