From the President

Of Pepperdine's Heritage of Faith

The headwaters of Pepperdine University's heritage of faith can be traced back to the University's founder, George Pepperdine. Through his inspired life flowed the highest Christian values and professional standards of conduct.

As an innovative business leader, dedicated family man, and generous benefactor, Mr. Pepperdine represents the best of a great American generation. His faith in God and commitment to excellence set the University's original compass heading in 1937, and today still guides the course of this institution.

The extent to which he and other dedicated servant leaders have shaped the destiny of this institution is significant and lasting. As a community, our debt to Mr. Pepperdine, and so many others, can only be paid through remembrance and through living lives exemplary of their high ideals.

We affirm through our faith, in John Ruskin's words, that "The good is not in, but through us." Such is one of the great differences between Pepperdine and other institutions of higher learning. That we pledge ourselves to remaining faithful to who we have been, and who we are, lights our way now and in the future.

We are grateful for the support we receive from alumni and friends, near and far, in helping Pepperdine continue on a path that is both good and true. Through your continued trust and faith in this University, there is truly no limit to what we can accomplish.

Andrew K. Benton