Student Success Center

Jacob Cervantes, Director of Student Success
Hello! My name is Jacob Cervantes and I have worked at Pepperdine since June of 2022. Regardless of whether you are an A+ student or want to improve your academic standing, the SSC is for everyone. We are here to help you set and achieve your goals. Some of my favorite conversations with students have centered around how to apply the skills we acquire in college to real life situations.
jacob.cervantes@pepperdine.edu
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Vicky Farrell, Assistant Director of Student Success
Hello! My name is Vicky Farrell and I have worked at Pepperdine since November of 2019. I love helping students unlock their amazing potential and being a part of their college and life journeys!
victoria.farrell@pepperdine.edu
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Dana Alyssa Astraquillo, Tutoring and Academic Support Coordinator
Hi there! My name is Dana Alyssa Astraquillo (just Dana is fine), and I serve as the Tutoring and Academic Support Coordinator for the SSC. I am a relatively new Pepperdine employee, having been in my current role since late October 2025. I am excited to be a part of the SSC team and I am here to support students on their academic journeys!
Of course, after I’ve had my iced coffee :D
danaalyssa.astraquillo@pepperdine.edu
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Cheris Clark, Administrative Coordinator
Hi! I am Cheris Clark, the Admin Coordinator for the SSC. I have worked at Pepperdine a little over a year now after graduating from UC Berkeley. I enjoy planning events, checking in with students, and working the front desk! Please feel free to come by and say hello!
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