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Introducing Jay Brewster — Pepp’s Next Provost
Graphic by Ashley Mowreader Jay Brewster is many things — a father, a husband, a researcher, a professor, a Church of Christ elder and a Pepperdine fan. The newest title tacked on to his resume: Pepperdine provost. President Jim Gash announced to the Pepperdine community April 19, that Brewster would succeed Provost Rick Marrs at the conclusion of his term July 31. Gash … [Read more...] about Introducing Jay Brewster — Pepp’s Next Provost
Jay Brewster Announced As Next Pepperdine Provost
Photo courtesy Pepperdine UniversityPresident Jim Gash announced his selection for Pepperdine's next provost, Biology Professor Jay Brewster, in an April 19 email to the Pepperdine community.Brewster was Gash's selection after an internal and international search for the next provost, which began November 2020. Brewster stood out for his character and wisdom, Gash wrote."Jay … [Read more...] about Jay Brewster Announced As Next Pepperdine Provost
What It Takes To Build a Mountain on Malibu Campus
Photo by Ali LevensPepperdine begins the slow climb of building The Mountain on top of the Malibu campus, with smaller construction projects underway, leading to the climax of a new student recreation and event center.President Jim Gash first shared the vision of an event center on campus shortly after assuming his role as president. August 2019, Gash and his Chief of Staff … [Read more...] about What It Takes To Build a Mountain on Malibu Campus
Pepperdine Plans To Open Indoor, In-Person Classes Starting April 6
Pepperdine's Malibu campus above Upper Dorm Row in August 2020. Pepperdine plans to open for in-person classes at a limited capacity but will not offer residential living. Photo by Ali Levens In a March 16 Special President’s Briefing, President Jim Gash announced that Pepperdine plans to hold voluntary indoor, in-person classes at limited capacity starting April 6. Despite … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Plans To Open Indoor, In-Person Classes Starting April 6
