Summer 2017
Volume 9 | Issue 2
![Adel Najdowski, Pepperdine Professor](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/executive-decisions-c-360x360.jpeg)
A pioneer in behavioral therapy spearheads a new psychology program focused on treating autism spectrum disorders
![Below the Line, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/below-the-line-c-360x360.jpeg)
As the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution celebrates 30 years, Pepperdine Magazine reflects on the principles and players that have led to its indomitable track record
![Ned Colletti, Pepperdine Professor](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/home-team-hero-c-360x360.jpeg)
In a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Seaver College students learn from one of the best in the history of Major League Baseball
Articles
![Mixed Company, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/mixed-company-c-360x360.jpeg)
A double alumnus is selected by the mayor of Los Angeles to bridge the gap between business and government
![Robert Woodcock, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/busyness-management-c-360x360.jpeg)
After serving in ministry for 25 years in 20 countries, a spiritual director hones in on a life-changing approach to self-reflection
![Net Results, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/net-results-c-360x360.jpeg)
Following a long and decorated career, a WNBA champion and Olympian takes the reins of Waves women’s basketball
![Ace of Plates, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/ace-of-plates-c-360x360.jpeg)
An unexpected introduction to global flavors sets up a volleyball player with an international culinary career
![For the Record, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/for-the-record-c-360x360.jpg)
A group of Seaver students unite as alumni to elevate the level of praise and worship throughout Los Angeles
![Dance in Flight, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/snapshot-summer-2017-c-360x360.jpg)
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![Darren Good, Pepperdine Magazine](https://www.pepperdine.edu/magazine/images/thumb/summer-2017/darren-good-360x360.jpg)
Pepperdine Magazine is the feature magazine for Pepperdine University and its growing community of alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends.
Editorial
Inside Voices
Pepperdine Magazine is the feature magazine for Pepperdine University and its growing community of alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends.