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GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
NEWS
Many of our Alumni have made significant strides within their professions while leading lives of service, purpose and leadership. Please feel free to browse their accomplishments at gsep.pepperdine.edu/news-events/press-releases.
EVENTS
2nd Annual Summer Institutes
July 18 - 22, 2011; West Los Angeles Graduate Campus
July 25 - 29, 2011; Malibu Campus, Drescher Graduate Campus
A five-day program designed for pre-K through 12 teachers and administrators interested in serving and leading in their home institutions by integrating cutting-edge research, technology, and approaches developed and tested by internationally renowned educators. 2011 featured seminars include:
�"Open Hearts, Open Minds: Serving Students with Special Needs in Private and Parochial Schools"
�"Teacher Creativity, Technology Integration, and Digital Media Authoring for Mathematics Learning: Toward a New Paradigm in Teacher Professional Development"
To register, please visit: gsep.pepperdine.edu/education/summer-institutes.
ELAP Doctoral Program Capstone Presentations
Saturday, July 9, 2011
West Los Angeles Graduate Campus
Second-year ELAP students will be presenting their preliminary dissertation study literature reviews to faculty panels and an audience of cohort colleagues and guests. There is no charge to attend. Alumni guests please R.S.V.P. to Kristin Bailey, ELAP program administrator, at kristin.bailey@pepperdine.edu.
ELA Master's Program Leadership Project Presentations
Monday, July 18, 2011
West Los Angeles Graduate Campus
ELA students will present their field experience leadership project outcomes and learning to faculty, graduates, guest panels, and to their cohort colleagues. Alumni guests R.S.V.P. to Kristin Bailey, ELA program administrator, at kristin.bailey@pepperdine.edu.
Alumni are our very best referral source for new students! If you know someone who might be a good candidate for a Pepperdine master�s or doctoral program, encourage them to call or e-mail. Contact information for each academic program is listed on the GSEP website.
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GRAZIADIO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
NEWS
Job Openings
�Assistant Director � MS Programs, Graziadio School of Business and Management Full-Time Programs, Malibu Campus
�Academic Advisor � MS Programs, Graziadio School of Business and Management Full-Time Programs, Malibu Campus
�Career Counselor � MS Programs, Graziadio School of Business and Management Full-Time Programs, Malibu Campus
�Corporate Account Executive, Graziadio School of Business and Management Fully-Employed Recruitment, West Los Angeles Campus
Faculty Remember True Graziadio Legend: Robert Canady, 1930-2011
Interim dean, management professor, military officer, and business owner, Dr. Robert �Mayo� Canady passed. He will first be remembered as a soft-spoken man with intellect and vision who reshaped the Graziadio School into the school it is today. More�
Introducing Entrepreneur-zine LAUNCH!
Each issue brings you face-to-face with students and graduates on a personal journey to succeed at business ownership. More�
48% of Private Business Owners Focus on Securing Bank Loans and Are Denied
The question then becomes, "where do small business owners turn for funding?� says private capital markets researcher and professor John Paglia. With friends and family becoming seemingly tapped out, small businesses may continue to target bank loans, hoping that regulatory pressure eases. More�
EVENTS
Fifth Annual Larry Hebert Golf Tournament
Friday, July 8, 2011; 8 a.m. � 2:30 p.m.
Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, San Jose, CA
Alumni, students, and friends of the Graziadio School of Business and Management are invited to the fifth annual Larry Hebert Alumni Golf Tournament presented by the Graziadio Alumni Network of Northern California. We are pleased to again honor alumnus Larry Hebert (MBA '92) for his continued commitment to students, alumni, and strengthening the Pepperdine alumni network. Learn more about this event or register.
Los Angeles Career Expo Presented by JobDirectUSA.com
Friday, July 22, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Los Angeles International Airport
The Los Angeles Career Expo is geared to provide local professionals with both education and opportunity. The event aims to stimulate hiring across the region by offering workers a chance to meet in person with hiring employers, recruiters, resume writers and local career experts. Free workshops sponsored by ResumeEdge and JobInterviewEdge will also be featured. Learn more about this event or register.
Webinar: Writing an Impactful Cover Letter
Friday, July 22, 2011; noon � 1 p.m.
Online Webinar
What goes into writing a cover letter that will distinguish you from the crowd? Join Graziadio Career Services for this interactive session and find out how to set yourself apart with a strong cover letter. Register.
MINDS with Stephen Kronish, Presented by Catalyst for Thought
Thursday, July 28, 2011; 5:30 � 7 p.m.
Westlake Village Inn, Westlake Village, CA
Join a conversation with Emmy Award winning writer and producer Stephen Kronish on Patience, Passion & Persistence. Catalyst for Thought is an organization that bring together, and foster a community of entrepreneurs and professionals. Register.
Denver Business Series 2011 Summer Social
Thursday, July 28, 2011; 5:30 � 8:30 p.m.
The Fort, Morrison, CO
Join the DBS alumni for an evening of hors d�oeuvres, networking, and new friends. Register.

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