President Jim Gash addresses the audience for the annual Founder's Day at Firestone Fieldhouse on Sept. 17. Gash launched this year's campaign of "Purpose," reflecting back on the University's pursuit of excellence. Photos by Olivia Schneider As the undergraduate students, faculty, staff, alumni and more piled in Firestone Fieldhouse on Sept. 17, the live orchestra began to … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Hosts 2025 Founder’s Day
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Pepperdine Drops Four Spots in 2026 College Rankings
Infographic by Betsy Burrow Update: This article was updated on Oct. 1, 2025 to include quotes from Seaver Faculty Senate President Chris Doran. Pepperdine University is ranked 84th in the 2026 edition of the U.S. News & World Report's Best National Universities rankings, dropping four spots since last year's edition. The national university rankings … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Drops Four Spots in 2026 College Rankings
Men’s Water Polo Takes Home Three Wins at the MPSF Invite
Sophomore utility Owen Tift attempts a goal against California Baptist University on Sept. 20 in Los Angeles. Tift ended the invitational with six goals for Pepperdine, including one against the Lancers. Photos courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsPepperdine Men’s Water Polo traveled to the University of California, Los Angeles and the University of Southern California for the … [Read more...] about Men’s Water Polo Takes Home Three Wins at the MPSF Invite
Reading Transports Students to Their Dream Realities
Senior Reagan Wexelman reads at a coffee shop in Lafayette, Calif. while having breakfast July 20. Wexelman said she read eight books over the summer. Photos courtesy of Reagan WexelmanWhether it's a fast-paced thriller, a sweet romance or a classic — reading offers more than just entertainment. It is a gateway into another life, reality or timeline.Summer reading is a … [Read more...] about Reading Transports Students to Their Dream Realities
W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series Launches 2025–26 Season
International Studies Professor Felicity Vabulas speaks about why states exit from international organizations in the Surfboard Room on Sept. 10. Panelists Amanda Rizkallah and John Taden, both International Studies professors, joined Vabulas for her discussion. Photos courtesy of Jeffrey BowenOn Wednesday, Sept. 10, students and faculty gathered to hear International Studies … [Read more...] about W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series Launches 2025–26 Season