Skylar Peak began his new role as the Malibu City Council mayor March 24 to serve his 10-month term. Peak, Pepperdine alumnus (‘06) and third-generation Malibu resident, was the Mayor Pro-Tem before his time as mayor, according to Malibu City Clerk Lisa Pope. “It’s been a pleasure to work for the city and for our community and we are among a very unique number of cities in … [Read more...] about Alumnus Skylar Peak chosen mayor of Malibu
Andrew K. Benton
Senior Night at Sunset
Photos by Paola Ramos The annual Senior Night at Sunset, organized by Pepperdine University Student Alumni Organization and The Board, provided an opportunity for seniors to gather together and enjoy an event as a class. As they begin the 30-day countdown to graduation day on April 26, emotions are running high. Students enjoyed Maggiano’s catering for dinner and … [Read more...] about Senior Night at Sunset
Waves of Innovation Phase II begins
Students are often told that college will change their lives. This year Pepperdine University is offering students the opportunity to change their college. One hundred and sixty students, faculty, staff and alumni, both independently and collaboratively, have submitted proposals to “re-think Pepperdine” and “help shape its future.” Waves of Innovation is beginning Phase II … [Read more...] about Waves of Innovation Phase II begins
The results are in: Benton announces phase 1 winners of Waves of Innovation
Successful applicants of President Andrew Benton’s Waves of Innovation will receive one-time planning grants up to $5,000 to prepare a proposal for consideration to be on Jan. 15, 2014. Benton has chosen the following eight initiatives: 1) Joe Fritsch (Seaver College, faculty): Biodegradable Plastics Prepared with Optimized, Environmentally-Friendly Catalyst– A proposal to … [Read more...] about The results are in: Benton announces phase 1 winners of Waves of Innovation
Provost: Breaking down the hiring process
Since Provost Darryl Tippens announced his retirement, administrators have been searching for a qualified individual to fill his position. Pepperdine University President Andrew K. Benton has assembled a 15-person Provost Search Committee to aid him in the search for a new provost to succeed Darryl Tippens. Pepperdine has partnered with “the national leader in executive … [Read more...] about Provost: Breaking down the hiring process
