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Greetings to all Seaver Parents!

As the Parents Program reflects back on this past semester, we are overjoyed with the number of parent volunteers who gave of their time to help represent Pepperdine at several events. Below you will see a summary of the many activities that took place this year. We encourage you to take part in something happening in your own hometown this year--whether it is an afternoon tea with fellow moms, an admissions event, or an alumni event--you are all part of the Pepperdine family, and for that we are so grateful.


Admission Information Sessions

Dozens of Seaver Parents Council members came ready and willing to help support Pepperdine’s Office of Admission as they hosted annual information sessions in 18 cities across America. The Office of Admission depends on current parents and alumni to spread the word about their own experiences at Pepperdine and give prospective students and parents a bit of insight into the University. Our Seaver parent volunteers from the Outreach Committee did a wonderful job welcoming and introducing the prospective students and their families in their area into the Pepperdine family. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to each parent that played such an important role in these sessions.

Many thanks to: Candace Overlie, Sue Schmeling, Betty Snow, Marie Trentacost, Sally Schmidt, Denise Dildine, Kent Harmston, Betty Chandler, Karen Diedrich, Bill Diedrich, Phyllis Grant, Dawn Hooker, Sherry Carter Tim Taylor, Royce Prude, Kim Jones, Rick Jones, Cindy Garrett, Mary Ellen Adams, Dennis Adams, Dennis Sullivan, Cindy Torjensen, Steve Hoff, Nancy Hoff, Rick Jacobs, Trish Jacobs, Hsui Ching Chang, Jana Cashin, Nancy McMahon, Tom McMahon, Lee Jones, Deborah Jones, Claudio Chiuchiarelli, Joanette Chiuchiarelli, Debra Barris, Mike Barris, Mary Smith, Bob Lundin, Rosie Lundin, Laverne Parker, Rich Bartell, Dan Cardell, Ann Marie Cardell, Beth Johnson, LaNese Marshall, Susan Huston, Leslie Fay, Rebecca Bloch-Lopez, Beth Dennard, Ann Parker, Dick Parker, Reed Reichert, Pam Reichert, Lambert Bourgo, Rhonda Bourgo, Tarianne Cotton, Guy Cotton, Skip Horvath, Toni Horvath, Jon Ostertag, Belinda Ostertag, Tom Elston, Janice Elston, Robynne Rose-Haymer, Marty Miller, Sara Franscioni, Hal Franscioni, Chris Cole, Carl Varner, Linda Varner, Paul Lowber, Linda Lowber, Grace Snyder, Judy Ramento, Carl Johnson, and Sybel Johnson.

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Family Weekend

Family Weekend, 2006A great time was had by all involved at our 19th annual Family Weekend held October 12-14, 2007. 2007's attendance was the highest yet, with over 600 parents, grandparents and students on campus. The weekend included fun for the entire family, including the President's reception on Friday evening, a nature walk on Saturday, and several athletic and Center for the Arts events sprinkled throughout the weekend. Thanks to all of the members of the Ambassador Committee that helped meet and greet at registration on Friday and at the Seaver Parents Council-sponsored breakfast on Saturday.

Save the date for Family Weekend 2008 to be held October 17-19! For more information, click here!

Special thanks go to: Marti Meyd, Brian and Holly Harpster, Jim and Edie Tinkler, Kerry Azbell, Steve, Beth, Megan and Colin Cury, Patti Yomantas, Pam Miller, and Janet Weiss.

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Wave Classic Golf Tournament

Wave Classic 2006From the moment the sun rose over the hills of Sherwood Country Club, the conditions could not have been better for a wonderful day of golf on the Sherwood course. As the golfers made their way into the club and onto the course, our dedicated volunteers were ready to greet them and welcome them to the 9th annual Wave Classic golf tournament.

The 9th annual Wave Classic golf tournament was a great success! Golfers enjoyed playing with current members of the men’s and women’s golf teams and their respective coaches John Geiberger and Laurie Gibbs. They also had the chance to play with golf team alumnus and famed long driver Jeff Farley. The day concluded with a delicious dinner and wonderful program about Seaver College and an exciting auction. We are still waiting to total the proceeds, but our estimates show that we have raised over $180,000 for Seaver College! This was certainly a day to remember for all involved! The Seaver Parents Council showed an enormous amount of support for this fundraiser. Our appreciation is extended to our amazing parent volunteers who supported the event by helping at the course.

Special thanks to: John Laubacher, Patti Yomantas, Caroline Kirchner, Diane Johnson, Jonathan Zari, Avesta Carrara, Debbie Burch, Velma Fine, William and Cindy Schmeck, Victoria Morris, Tom Lombardi, Tiffany Blevans, Edie Tinkler, Sandi Treliving, Monica Danich, Manuela Ochoa, Betty Finch, Julie Hahn, Nancy Stone, Rich and Jennifer Sittel, Denice Roesler, Dawn Pettersen, Mike and Patricia Martin, Chris and Laura Meissner, Ostolia and Josh Dominguez, Judith Whittinghill, Kerry Azbell, Nana Sogoian, Jeanette Cardamone, Ellen Mercier, and Marisa Medinilla.

Mark your calendar for 10th annual Wave Classic golf tournament to be held on Monday, November 10, 2008! 

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Seaver Parents Council Outreach Events

Several outreach events took place this past year including two afternoon teas held for moms and families of Pepperdine students and alumna of Seaver College. These events, one in Denver and one in Houston, were the perfect way for families to share about the Pepperdine experience, and get to know others from their area. Special thanks to Amy Clark, Tamra Farah, Betsy Joyce and Sherri Samuels for hosting the Denver afternoon tea! Special thanks to Lorie Addison for hosting our Houston group! If you would like to organize a special event in your hometown, please contact the Seaver Parents Program at (310) 506-4617 or parentsprogram@pepperdine.edu

In addition, Seaver College parents are always welcome at any alumni events taking place throughout the nation. Visit the alumni news and events page to see the latest.

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Summer Send-off Parties

The Seaver Parents Program is still looking for current parents, alumni, and friends to host summer send-off parties in 2008! Many of you probably remember the feeling of sending your son or daughter off to Pepperdine for their freshman year of college--it can be nerve-wracking, stressful and emotional for many families. Through the summer send-off parties, we strive to alleviate some of these feelings by gathering students together prior to their departure from Pepperdine. We have found that it helps to know a few familiar faces from a student's own hometown before coming to college in August.

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Join or renew your membership to the Seaver Parents Council

Please take a moment to join or renew your membership to the Seaver Parents Council by completing the volunteer interest form. As a member of the Parents Council, you will be kept up to date with events happening in your area and on campus. There are many ways to get involved! And we would love to continue to have you involved in regional events even if your student has graduated. Please join or renew today!

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