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About Waves Weekend

Established in 2010, Waves Weekend was created when Alumni Affairs and Student Activities combined several annual Pepperdine events into one unified celebration for the entire University community.  Every year, students' families and alumni journey to Malibu for a weekend dedicated to engaging with and reconnecting to the palpable Waves spirit. Pepperdine’s Malibu campus transforms into Madness Village, a fun and festive carnival-like experience, where attendees enjoy rides on the Ferris wheel, carnival games, and food trucks. Annual activities also include:

  • Blue & Orange Madness to jump-start the Waves basketball season
  • the Family and Alumni Picnic in Alumni Park overlooking the ocean
  • nostalgic class reunion celebrations
  • student and alumni networking opportunities
  • a morning mountain hike to the Cross
  • University Church of Christ and Waves Church worship services
  • meet and greets for families of current students
  • and more!

Waves Weekend provides the entire Pepperdine and Waves community with a weekend that is both action-packed and full of tradition. It offers a unique opportunity to strengthen the University from within, celebrating our shared connection and the life we build together.

Save the Date

Friday, October 3, to Sunday, October 5, 2025

Contact

For all questions regarding Waves Weekend, please contact wavesweekend@pepperdine.edu, or 310.506.4201.

For alumni-specific questions, please contact Chad Quinones at chad.quinones@pepperdine.edu, or 310.506.4348.

 

 

 

 

 

Waves Weekend 2024 Highlights

Over 1,800 Pepperdine Waves, friends and family registered this year for a weekend of fun and fellowship! According to Hung Le, senior vice chancellor for alumni affairs, Waves Weekend showcases the University’s greatest qualities, fostering meaningful connections and lasting relationships. Here's what some Waves had to say:

“Alumni play a vital role in offering students advice, insights, and professional resources. Building connections with students can also benefit alumni, particularly when they’re looking for interns or employees for their businesses. A simple coffee meeting could open doors to unexpected opportunities.” —Kennedy Lindsey, Seaver College student

"I miss the Waves; I miss Pepperdine. It's wonderful to reconnect at these events. I come to feel inspired and to inspire younger generations. I enjoy reminiscing with alumni about our time as students and looking ahead to a bright future together." —Rita Sebastian (BS ‘22)

"I enjoy the people and the sense of community, along with the great location where alumni can gather for food and laughter. The key takeaway is building relationships, expanding networks, and meeting amazing people."
—Mario Inga (MBA ‘00)

Read about the highlights from Waves Weekend 2024 and join us in 2025 for another memorable weekend.

1990s Decade Reunion opening reception with President and Mrs. Gash
Alumni enjoyed the Alumni Hospitality Lounge where they looked through memorabilia and grabbed refreshments during the weekend
Alumni reconnecting at the 1990s Decade Reunion opening reception
Celebrating Dr. Farrell Gean's retirement and classroom dedication
Black Student Union Association Alumni gathered for a special reunion
Lambda Omega Sigma (Psi Upsilon) brothers held their reunion
Alumni devotional in Stauffer Chapel
Blue and Orange Madness in Firestone Fieldhouse
Seaver College and Caruso School of Law London Grand Reunion and 40th Anniversary
The Business Division hosted the 2nd Annual Back to School Day that included alumni in the classroom and networking events for students

 

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Students on a carnival swing
Student slam dunking over another student
Students sitting in Alumni Park
Ferris wheel lit up at night