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Waves Weekend

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Established in 2010, Waves Weekend was created when Alumni Affairs and Student Activities combined several annual ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ events into one unified celebration for the entire University community. During Waves Weekend, ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµâ€™s Malibu campus comes alive with a full lineup of events for students, families, alumni, and friends, including; Madness Village, a fun and festive carnival-like experience featuring a Ferris wheel, carnival games, food trucks, and the Family and Alumni picnic, a time when the full ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ community comes together, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.

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Date

October 9–11, 2026

Contact Us

For student- or family-specific questions, as well as general inquiries about Waves Weekend, please reach out to wavesweekend@pepperdine.edu or call 310.506.4201.

For alumni-specific questions, please contact ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ Alumni Affairs at alumni@pepperdine.edu or call 310.506.6190.

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Waves Weekend 2026

October 9–11, 2026

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Waves Weekend 2025 welcomed alumni, students, families, and friends back to campus October 3 to 5, 2025, for an unforgettable celebration of community, tradition, and school spirit. Throughout the weekend, the campus came alive with high-energy events, meaningful connections, and the vibrant excitement only Waves can bring.

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Registration Details

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Students

We encourage current students to take part in one of ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµâ€™s most beloved campus traditions.

2026 Registration Coming Soon!Ìý

Family and Friends

Family members and friends, reunite with your ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ students as you enjoy a weekend of fun, campus festivities.

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Alumni

We welcome home all ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ alumni and look forward to reconnecting with you and creating new memories with you and your families.

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Faculty and Staff

We invite faculty and staff to enjoy Waves Weekend with students, alumni, and the ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ community!

Faculty and staff receive complimentary registration, along with twoÌýadditional complimentary faculty/staff registrations.

Faculty and staff are welcome to register and pay for additional guests.Ìý

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Madness Village & Blue and Orange Madness Ticket

We’ve added a special ticket to registration to allow the ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ community to purchase a ticket for ONLY Ìýthis event during the weekend. Ticketholders will receive a wristband at check-in and will be required to show it at the entrance to Madness Village.


Annual Activities

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Look Back at Waves Weekend 2025

Madness Village

Madness Village at Waves Weekend

The Student Programming Board hosts an annual carnival in the Firestone Fieldhouse parking lot for all students and Waves Weekend guests.Ìý

Family Picnic

Family Picnic at Waves Weekend

Families and alumni gather on Alumni Park to enjoy a Saturday picnic with lawn games and food trucks.

Alumni Reunion and Award Presentation

Alumni honored at Waves Weekend Alumni Banquet

The Alumni Banquet brought Waves together to celebrate shared memories and lasting connections. Henning Strauss (’01), CEO of Engelbert Strauss, Inc., was announced as the 2025–2026 Seaver College Distinguished Alumnus, and Rob Balucas (’99), Chief Creator and Founder of Catalyst, received the inaugural Wave of Resilience Award.

The weekend was a meaningful celebration of community, achievement, and the enduring spirit of ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ.

Read More | 2025-2026 Seaver College Distinguished Alumnus

Read More | 2025 Wave of Resilience Award RecipientÌý

Florence Alumni Grand Reunion

Guests gather with Elizabeth Whatley at Florence Grand Reunion

The Florence Grand Reunion brought together over 300 alumni and friends for a joyful celebration of 40 years of the ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ Florence Program. From Elizabeth Whatley’s heartfelt remarks to shared stories and laughter, the weekend reminded us of the lasting impact of the Florence experience. Special thanks to Elizabeth Whatley for her inspiring leadership and dedication to the spirit of la dolce vita that continues to unite our community.

We’re excited to continue the Florence celebration in Summer 2026 with the ÀÏ˾»úÊÓÆµ International Travel trip to Florence—!

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Celebrate With Us on Social

Use #WavesWeekend on your social posts to share the fun.

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