The Names and Spaces of Pepperdine Places

A guide to donor-funded facilities and legacy landmarks

The progress and prominence of Pepperdine University didn’t happen by accident—or without the help of numerous alumni, supporters, and friends.

Those friends of Pepperdine provided the idyllic landscape where our main campus now flourishes. In addition, they helped the University expand to international campuses that are now a signature part of the Pepperdine student experience. They gave the resources to create classrooms for learning, playing fields and courts for athletic competition, stages for artistic expression, and gathering places for students to eat, study, worship, meditate, and socialize. And many of them continue to provide the funds that sustain Pepperdine as a thriving, respected institution of higher learning.

And just as they helped fashion Pepperdine into a strong institution with a proud legacy, Pepperdine has strived to give them lasting legacies as well. By placing their names on campus buildings, executive meeting and conference rooms, courtyards, and other spaces that serve the needs of our mission, our campus is etched with the names of numerous benefactors who believed in our University’s vision and gave generously to ensure its success—and, most importantly, that of our students.

Those names are more than just place markers. They tell an inspiring story of how the Pepperdine University you see today came to be. Each entry in this compilation includes the name of the specific place as well as the names of the benefactors who supported it. When you visit this campus and admire our beautiful surroundings, we hope these donor bios will give you an even deeper appreciation of the vision, hard work, and generosity that made the Pepperdine story possible.

Disclaimer: In most cases, biographical information on Pepperdine donors reflects their activities at the time facilities were named and dedicated. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of details, dates, and descriptions. We regret any errors or omissions. Inquiries may be directed to Marisa Sellers in the Office of Donor Relations at marisa.sellers@pepperdine.edu.