Meet the Staff
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

Dean, Braun Family Dean's Chair
Senior Fellow, Davenport Institute
- Administration and Faculty
- Development and Strategic Planning
- Consulting/Training, Public Engagement Skills
- Training, Online Engagement
- Writing/Speaking, Public Engagement

Assistant Dean for Administration
- Academic Affairs
- Administrative Services
- Budget Management
- Information Technology
- Policies and Procedures
- Student Affairs

Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions
- Admissions
- Administrative Services
- Enrollment Management
- Recruitment Initiatives & Programs
- Tours and Visits

Director of Strategic Initiatives
and Student Engagement
- Communication and Marketing
- Events
- Graduate Assistants
- Student Affairs
- Student Development & Programming
- Student Organizations

Office Manager
- Academic Affairs
- Administrative Services
- Faculty Support
- Information Technology
- Policies and Procedures
- Project Management

Senior Director of Student Services
- Academic Advising
- Academic Tutors
- Enrollment Management
- Financial Aid
- Recruitment and Admissions
- Student Affairs

Assistant Director, Davenport Institute
- Davenport Institute Communications
- Strategic Partnerships
- Professional Development
- Professional Certificates
- Research and Writing

Director of Marketing and Communications
- Communication and Marketing
- Community Relations
- Creative Services
- Media Advisor/Public Relations
- Social Media
- Web Design

Vice Chancellor of Development
School of Public Policy and Caruso School of Law
- Advancement
- Board of Advisors
- Community Affairs
- Donor Relations

Assistant Director of Career Services
- Career Coaching and Guidance
- Employer Relations
- Internship Management
- Professional Development
- Alumni Relations

Executive Director, Davenport Institute
- Davenport Institute Administration
- External Relations
- Research & Writing
- Speaking & Training
- Program Development

Dean Emeritus
- Advancement
- Development
- External Relations
- Instruction
- Research