The School of Public Policy staff are dedicated to serving the needs of students in
a variety of areas. These administrative staff with extensive experience at Pepperdine,
broad exposure to policy and student service, and exceptional commitment to the mission
and success of the school are identified below with job functions and service areas.
Administrative Staff
Pete Peterson (MPP '07)
Dean , Braun Family Dean's Chair Senior Fellow, Davenport Institute
310.506.8054
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Administration and Faculty
Development and Strategic Planning
Consulting/Training, Public Engagement Skills
Training, Online Engagement
Writing/Speaking, Public Engagement
Sheryl Covey (MDR '20)
Assistant Dean for Administration
310.506.7470
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Academic Affairs
Administrative Services
Budget Management
Information Technology
Policies and Procedures
Student Affairs
Lee Eksteen
Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions
310.506.7572
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Admissions
Administrative Services
Enrollment Management
Recruitment Initiatives & Programs
Tours and Visits
Melissa Espinoza
Director of Strategic Initiatives and Student Engagement
310.506.7686
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Communication and Marketing
Donor and External Relations
Events
Graduate Assistants
Student Affairs
Student Development & Programming
Student Organizations
Patrick Etcheverry
CJ Jones
Senior Director of Student Services
310.506.7369
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Academic Advising
Academic Tutors
Enrollment Management
Financial Aid
Recruitment and Admissions
Student Affairs
Robert Jordan (MPP '22)
Assistant Director, Davenport Institute
310.506.6803
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Davenport Institute Communications
Strategic Partnerships
Professional Development
Professional Certificates
Research and Writing
Lena Pacifici
Director of Marketing and Communications
310.506.7497
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Communication and Marketing
Community Relations
Creative Services
Media Advisor/Public Relations
Social Media
Web Design
Kevin Royse
Vice Chancellor of Development School of Public Policy and Caruso School of Law
951.213.5340
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Advancement
Board of Advisors
Community Affairs
Donor Relations
Karin Taylor (MS '02)
Assistant Director of Career Services
310.506.4775
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Career Coaching and Guidance
Employer Relations
Internship Management
Professional Development
Alumni Relations
Maureen Tobin
Executive Director, Davenport Institute
310.506.6878
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Davenport Institute Administration
External Relations
Research & Writing
Speaking & Training
Program Development
James Wilburn
Dean Emeritus
Advancement
Development
External Relations
Instruction
Research