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Official page for Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP). We are a learning community where individuals of diverse cultures and perspectives work collaboratively to foster academic excellence and do work that serves the greater good.

The Social Enterprise Collective Los Angeles 2024 brought together changemakers, visionaries, and impact professionals f...
12/17/2024

The Social Enterprise Collective Los Angeles 2024 brought together changemakers, visionaries, and impact professionals for an inspiring day of connection and collaboration. Co-hosted by Pepperdine University’s School of Public Policy and the Master’s in Social Entrepreneurship and Change Program, and produced by The Social Impact Firm, the event featured thought-provoking discussions on cross-sector collaboration, storytelling, philanthropy, and scaling social ventures.

With speakers like Dean Peterson, Jeff Fouchey, Jesse Draper, Erin Nicole Jordan, Lauren Triplett, Rick Cole, Verónica Escalante, PhD, and a keynote fireside chat with Aja Brown, the event provided actionable insights and meaningful networking opportunities. Attendees described it as an inclusive and carefully curated experience that highlighted the power of partnerships in driving sustainable change.

A heartfelt thank you to all our speakers, attendees, and partners for making this event possible. Your contributions and commitment to creating a better world inspire us all!

"To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything." - Thomas MertonWe express immense gratitude to our GSEP ...
11/28/2024

"To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything." - Thomas Merton

We express immense gratitude to our GSEP community on this day of thanks and beyond. May your day be filled with joy and cherished alongside loved ones!

Happy Thanksgiving, Waves! 🦃🍁🧡🙏

11/11/2024

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“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere who bravely bears his country’s cause.” ~Abraham LincolnOn behalf of the GSE...
11/11/2024

“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere who bravely bears his country’s cause.” ~Abraham Lincoln

On behalf of the GSEP community, we would like to remember, reflect, and thank all the honorable brave men and women who have served our nation, and safeguarded our freedoms. To veterans everywhere, THANK YOU, for your service. 🙏

We salute you!

The Fall 2024 Career Panel Series presents, "To Doctorate or (Not)orate: Determining if and when the doctoral pathway ...
11/06/2024

The Fall 2024 Career Panel Series presents, "To Doctorate or (Not)orate: Determining if and when the doctoral pathway is right for you."

Join GSEP students, alumni, and industry leaders for this special edition event co-hosted by GSEP Career Services & Alumni Relations on Wednesday, November 13th from 12-1:30 PM PST.

You won't want to miss the exclusive interviews and breakout room chats with alumni and industry leaders!

This is a virtual event 💻

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/3Ai3OYP

We are proud to announce that GSEP Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the MA in TESOL Program, Dr. Kevin M. W...
10/31/2024

We are proud to announce that GSEP Associate Professor of Education and Chair of the MA in TESOL Program, Dr. Kevin M. Wong, was awarded the 2024 Outstanding Emerging Teacher Educator award by the California Council on Teacher Education (CCTE), during the organization’s Annual Fall Conference on Friday, October 18th for his exceptional work in teacher education across all areas of teaching, research and service! CCTE’s organization represents professors, administrators and researchers in teacher preparation programs across the state.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Wong on this well-deserved recognition for his outstanding contributions to the field of education!🎉🏆👏

Throwback to this year's Graduate Schools Fall 2024 Kick-Off and Resource Fair at the Drescher Graduate Campus! It was a...
10/17/2024

Throwback to this year's Graduate Schools Fall 2024 Kick-Off and Resource Fair at the Drescher Graduate Campus! It was a day filled with enthusiasm and Pepperdine spirit as we kicked off the promising academic year! 🎉🍁📚🌊💙🧡

Thank you to all those who took part in this year's Pepperdine Gives!Our community united to support Pepperdine through ...
10/11/2024

Thank you to all those who took part in this year's Pepperdine Gives!

Our community united to support Pepperdine through gifts totaling $1.5 million! We are beyond grateful for everyone who donated their time and resources to enrich the lives of our students.

Check out some of our team hard at work and sharing why they gave!

Share your impact in the comments below!
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10/08/2024

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We hope the new school year is treating everyone well! As we transition into fall and embrace the spirit of the new seas...
10/04/2024

We hope the new school year is treating everyone well! As we transition into fall and embrace the spirit of the new season we wanted to take a look back at some of our incoming class during our New Student Orientation at our Irvine campus.

Sending our new and continuing students well wishes as we kick the academic school year into high gear!
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Step Forward Day volunteers, alumni, members of the Pepperdine community, and others placed 2,977 flags on Alumni Park S...
09/10/2024

Step Forward Day volunteers, alumni, members of the Pepperdine community, and others placed 2,977 flags on Alumni Park Saturday in remembrance of the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The annual Waves of Flags memorial will be on display until Friday, September 27.

Step Forward Day volunteers, alumni, members of the Pepperdine community, and others placed 2,977 flags on Alumni Park y...
09/10/2024

Step Forward Day volunteers, alumni, members of the Pepperdine community, and others placed 2,977 flags on Alumni Park yesterday in remembrance of the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The annual Waves of Flags memorial will be on display until Friday, September 27.

On Wednesday, June 5th, Pepperdine Alumni from all five schools gathered for an evening of fellowship and community bond...
08/20/2024

On Wednesday, June 5th, Pepperdine Alumni from all five schools gathered for an evening of fellowship and community bonding for a night out at Topgolf venue. Hundreds of alumni from across the University’s five schools in attendance from varying professional backgrounds, demographics, and generations, set the stage for an invitation to reconnect with old friends, forge new relationships, and celebrate the robust Pepperdine alumni network!

The golf bays buzzed with excitement as guests, organized into 6-person teams, stepped up to take their swings. Attendees indulged in a tasty fajita buffet and left with a special gift from Pepperdine Alumni Affairs, carrying with them a tangible reminder of the night and the renewed sense of belonging to a vibrant and supportive community. It was an evening of shared memories, laughter, and the forging of new connections. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Another GSEP Summer Olympics goes down in the history books! 🏅On Thursday, July 25th faculty and staff came together in ...
08/16/2024

Another GSEP Summer Olympics goes down in the history books! 🏅

On Thursday, July 25th faculty and staff came together in the spirit of celebration and recognition of their hard work throughout the year participating with their families in a fun-filled day of food and competitive relay races.

Thanks to the incredible spirit and participation of the exceptional GSEP community for their efforts on making this day a resounding success!

A special congratulations to the team captains and relay race participants, especially our champions, the "Enrollment Squad!"

Thank you for making the GSEP Olympics a memorable day!

Let’s join in cheering on and showing appreciation of our amazing GSEP Faculty and Staff below! 💙🧡🙌🏆 🥳

We hope you are enjoying your summer! Show us how you are spending your summer break by commenting with an emoji of your...
08/02/2024

We hope you are enjoying your summer!

Show us how you are spending your summer break by commenting with an emoji of your favorite summer activity! 🏖️ ☀️ ✈️ 🍦 🍧 🍹 👓 😎

The Master's of Social Entrepreneurship and Change program and the School of Public Policy were proud to honor GSEP alum...
07/24/2024

The Master's of Social Entrepreneurship and Change program and the School of Public Policy were proud to honor GSEP alumnus, Calleene Egan, with one of the Social Impact Vanguard Awards! The Vanguard Award honors an SPP and GSEP alumnus who has shown exceptional commitment to investing in their community and creating sustainable social change through their professional and personal endeavors.

Calleene has served as Insight Housing's CEO since 2019. During her time as CEO, she has overseen significant growth at the organization; tripling the agency’s budget, expanding geographic impact, and serving more people in need of housing. She has guided Insight Housing’s 200+ employees in providing a wrap-around people-centered approach to supporting unhoused individuals in the community. She has transformed Insight’s financial and organizational focus, shepherding its transition from a small non-profit organization to a robust permanent supportive housing developer and advocacy organization operating in seven Northern California counties.

We applaud Calleene for her impressive journey as an impact-driven leader! Congratulate her in the comments!

The Master's of Social Entrepreneurship and Change program and Seaver College were proud to honor Seaver College student...
07/17/2024

The Master's of Social Entrepreneurship and Change program and Seaver College were proud to honor Seaver College student, Izzy Koo, with the Social Innovation Pioneer Award! The Social Innovation Pioneer Award honors a current Seaver College undergraduate student who demonstrated innovative thinking and effective action in addressing social challenges. The recipient is celebrated for their pioneering efforts in creating social change through their work and initiatives.

Izzy’s passions lie within the intersection of youth, faith, and justice. At sixteen, she wrote and published her first book, “Finding God, Finding Me: How I Met God as an Ordinary Teenager”. Since then, Izzy has been invited to speak to students at various churches and youth retreats nationwide. Last fall, Izzy studied in Washington, D.C., and interned at Bread for the World, an incredible Christian anti-hunger organization. More recently, she has been serving as the Next Gen Coordinator at the Asian American Christian Collaborative (AACC), bringing together her interests in faith, culture, advocacy, and youth. Izzy will release a Teen Bible Study Guide called “Finding You " this summer through AACC.

We applaud Izzy for all of her efforts and the bright future ahead of her! Congratulate her in the comments!

Virtual Attendance Now Available for the 8th Annual GSEP Research Symposium!The 2024 GSEP Research Symposium will be tak...
07/17/2024

Virtual Attendance Now Available for the 8th Annual GSEP Research Symposium!

The 2024 GSEP Research Symposium will be taking place on July 18-19, 2024.

This year's theme is Dismantling Barriers between Research and Practice: Shining a Light on Global Interdisciplinary Solutions.

The symposium brings together researchers, scholars, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to present their latest research findings, facilitating meaningful discussions on emerging trends and challenges.

If you are interested in attending any of our virtual sessions, we encourage you to register here: https://bit.ly/3xNsjfc

We would like to remind those attending virtually to be mindful of the time difference between the U.S. and Switzerland.

We invite education and psychology students to attend this impactful GSEP event offering a valuable professional development opportunity!

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The 2023 GSEP Summer Olympics were a success! 🏆 The community gathered for a day filled with family, food and fun as we recognized our outstanding GSEP faculty and staff. Let's continue the excitement by sharing some Pepperdine spirit below! 🎉💙🧡

Stay connected as a Pepperdine GSEP alum! 🎓 As a graduate of Pepperdine GSEP, you belong to a powerful global alumni network of over 24,000 experienced and successful scholar-practitioners who can open doors to new opportunities. Whether you're seeking your dream job or looking to advance in your career, Pepperdine's alumni community is here to support you on your journey toward purpose, service and leadership. Connect with the GSEP alumni network and explore resources here: https://bit.ly/3vTaI03 #PeppGSEPGrad

Happy #WorldSocialMediaDay! 📱 Today we celebrate the power of social media in connecting our vibrant Pepperdine GSEP community. Here are some of our top posts from the past year, featuring you! 💙🧡 Tag us in your photos for a chance to be featured on our page. Let's showcase the incredible moments that make our community special!

GSEP doctoral students recently explored South Korea and captured some unforgettable moments! As part of a comprehensive learning experience, GSEP students in many master’s and doctoral programs take part in impactful global immersion trips that provide unique perspectives and enhanced educational opportunities. If you already went on an international adventure with your GSEP program this summer, tag us in your photos for a chance to be featured! ☀️ 📷: @pholakouee

In celebration of Father's Day, we asked our faculty and staff to share photos and memories honoring the incredible dads and father figures who have shaped their lives. Join us in recognizing the strength, love, and guidance of the fathers in our Pepperdine community. Happy Father's Day! 💙 #HappyFathersDay

We're still buzzing with excitement from last week's commencement ceremony! 🎉 Congratulations to the class of 2023 on your incredible achievement, and thank you to everyone who shared their special moments with us. 🎓💙🧡 #PeppGSEPGrad 📷: @pepperdinealumni @bellalexy1024 @alexadoyle @princeakeem15v @nairaaaxo @melissaleighlomas @_latinascholar @monicamirai @d_ysabel4 @velvetyvetiver @ebognuda @bellacuevas25 @eojil_malgeul @iremsepici @sherleenrea

In honor of Mother's Day, we asked our faculty and staff to share photos and memories. Join us in celebrating the inspiring moms and mother figures in our Pepperdine community who are making a difference in the world. Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

Earlier this month, the Pepperdine Masters in Social Entrepreneurship and Change program successfully wrapped up the first annual Social Enterprise Collective in Washington DC with two days of inspiring talks, networking, and a pitch competition. Special thanks to Michelle Young for hosting and all attendees, speakers, and partners for making this a memorable and inspiring weekend. Stay tuned for more updates on next year's Social Enterprise Collective! 🌟

Earth Day is every day at our beautiful GSEP campuses across Southern California ☀️ How are you enjoying nature today? 🌿 #EarthDay

The National Anthem at each GSEP commencement ceremony is traditionally sung by a GSEP grad. 🎓 If you would like to share your talent, tryouts will be held next week on April 18, 19 & 20th in West LA and via Zoom. Check your email for the link to schedule an audition! 🎤

Don't forget to join us on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 8:30am - 2pm PST for Achieve Together: A Summit on Leadership and Belonging! Watch this video to learn more about what to expect from this weekend's summit!

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