Veteran Services

With an enrollment of more than 500 military-connected students, Pepperdine is committed to providing a wide range of programming, recognition, and financial assistance opportunities for our growing veteran community.

Since Colonel (Ret.) Eric Leshinsky was appointed as the inaugural director of Pepperdine Student Veteran Affairs in 2020, he has expanded services for Pepperdine’s military-connected community and led the effort to open the PeppVet Center—the first University-funded, on-campus resource center for all undergraduate and graduate military-connected students.

Building on this foundation of support, Pepperdine’s Student Veteran Affairs is dedicated to strengthening a community of shared purpose that meets the needs of military-connected students and fosters camaraderie as they navigate their academic and personal journeys. Through a comprehensive array of resources designed to serve those who have served, continue to serve, or will serve—as well as their families—Leshinsky provides dedicated support and guidance on educational benefits, academic success, and career development, while also organizing community-building activities, networking, and mentorship opportunities. We invite you to partner with us to ensure every military-connected student at Pepperdine thrives academically and is prepared for a meaningful new career path after graduation.