Spring-Summer 2012 Volume 29 No 1

Letter From the Dean Spring-Summer 2012

While we celebrate the 75th anniversary of Pepperdine University, we recognize that for over 40 years, the Graduate School of Education and Psychology has been preparing students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

Posted in: Letters from the Dean


Billion Seeds

One Billion Seeds

At Westside Global Awareness Magnet School in the Marina del Rey community of Los Angeles, Bangert shows us how he uses nature as a catalyst for comprehension.

Posted in: Features


Bridging the Gap: Technology for Developing Countries

A friendship made at Pepperdine University has become a partnership for international good works.

Posted in: Features


African American Aviator Trail Blazes a Career for Himself and Others

James Sulton III recently discussed his career in aviation and his commitment to providing aviation opportunities for other minorities.

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Church

Mentorship Program: Enriching Young Women in South Central Los Angeles

Effective education requires the involvement of students, teachers, parents, and the community. Students and teachers must work together to make effective education possible.

Posted in: Perspectives


Jones Academy

Tribal Education and Communities in Need

The DELT program at GSEP has afforded me many opportunities, due to its unique design and commitment to diversity and the success of all students.

Posted in: Perspectives


GSEP Students Awarded California Council on Teacher Education Scholarships

Sydney Brazile, Maya Lohith, and Samantha Sorkin have been awarded scholarships for the CCTE through GSEP.

Posted in: News


Pepperdine University Announces 2012 Superintendent of the Year

The GSEP Superintendent Advisory Council is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. George J. McKenna III, superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Local District 7 as the recipient of the 2012 Superintendent of the Year award.

Posted in: News


GSEP Faculty and Students to Present at Hawaii International Conference on Education

Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology is a proud sponsor of the 2012 Hawaii International Conference on Education (HICE).

Posted in: News


Dr. Joannie Busillo-Aguayo New Assistant Professor at CSUN

California State University, Northridge hired Dr. Joannie Busillo-Aguayo (EdD ’10) as an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling.

Posted in: News


Oklahoma Christian Names Mellor as Vice President of Community Engagement

Oklahoma Christian University (OCU) announced that GSEP alumnus Dr. Nathan Mellor (MDR ’05, EdD ’08) has been named vice president for community engagement and chief of staff.

Posted in: News


Dr. Gregory Canillas Appointed to Commission on Youth and Children

Adjunct faculty of psychology Dr. Gregory Canillas was recently appointed to the Commission on Youth and Children by Long Beach mayor Bob Foster, and was confirmed by the Long Beach City Council.

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GSEP Awarded $420,000 Grant from National Science Foundation

Dr. Eric Hamilton, associate dean of education for GSEP secured a $420,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) research.

Posted in: News


Dr. Earnestine Thomas-Robertson Honored with Waves of Service Award

Dr. Earnestine Thomas-Robertson has been selected as the second annual recipient of the GSEP Waves of Service Award.

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Sibongile Mkhabela of Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital Presented at Pepperdine University

The CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital (NMCH), Mrs. Sibongile Mkhabela, presented the GSEP Diversity Council Lecture “Giving Voice and Dignity to the African Child.”

Posted in: News


Dr. Gallardo Launches Aliento The Center for Latina/o Communities

Associate Professor of Psychology Dr. Miguel E. Gallardo created Aliento The Center for Latina/o Communities located at GSEP’s Irvine Graduate Campus.

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Alumni and Faculty Authors Spring/Summer 2012

Recent publications from GSEP Faculty and Alumni.

Posted in: Alumni and Faculty Authors


Class Notes, Spring-Summer 2012

Gilbert Robles has been appointed to the California Board of Parole Hearings, Edgar Angulo was honored with the 2012 Pepperdine CABE Visionary Award.

Posted in: Class Notes


Hiking With Heart

I enjoy being able to share the experience of hiking and meditation – two things that I’m personally passionate about—and I like connecting people to each other.

Posted in: Self Care