October Spotlight: Filipino American History Month
Filipino-Americans are the second largest Asian American group in the United States. Kyra Catanghal, a current second-year student, recalls growing up Filipino-American.
Pepperdine Caruso Law Celebrates Diversity Week 2021
Pepperdine Caruso School of Law hosted its fourth annual Diversity Week that featured a series of events to celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion with representatives from across the community.
Pepperdine Caruso Law Office of Diversity and Belonging Hosts Black Alumni Mixer
Designed to bring together and engage alumni from different parts of the Caruso Law community, the event was a joyous time to connect, unite, and uplift the Black alumni community.
Pepperdine Caruso Law Completes Second Year of SEED Program
SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) is a nationally recognized program that is offered to Caruso Law faculty, staff, and administrators.
The Office of Diversity and Belonging Publishes Annual Report
The Caruso Law 2020-2021 Diversity and Belonging Report is now available. Published by the Office of Diversity and Belonging, this inaugural report shares the previous year’s progress toward goals laid out in our Diversity and Belonging Strategic Plan.
May Spotlight: Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month
Congress designated May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in 1990 as a time to celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the country. Chris Ng (JD '01) is the first Asian American and minority managing partner at his firm, Gibbs Giden Locher Turner Senet and Wittbrodt, LLP.
April Spotlight: Ramadan
For Muslims, Ramadan is a holy time of fasting and consecration. It is the ninth month in the lunar calendar, and a time when Muslims focus on personal growth and reflection.
Caruso Law Community Members Attend LA vs. Hate Rally
Chalak Richards (JD '12), assistant dean of student life and diversity and belonging, and Capri Maddox (JD '01) executive director of the City of Los Angeles Civil and Human Rights Department, were in attendance at the event which was organized to condemn the recent wave of violence against Asian Americans.
Pepperdine Caruso Law Hosts Inaugural Belonging Awards
Pepperdine Caruso Law hosted its inaugural Belonging Awards on February 25. The evening virtual ceremony celebrated the diversity of Caruso Law’s alumni, students, faculty, and staff.