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NON-CREDIBLE Bomb Threat Received

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Today, we learned an unknown individual sent anonymous bomb threats to multiple colleges and universities across the country, including to some people at Pepperdine. In collaboration with law enforcement and threat assessment experts, Pepperdine, along with other schools, has determined that the threats are not credible. Out of an abundance of caution, you may notice an increased security presence patrolling on campus.

The University’s first priority remains the safety of our community. If you see something suspicious on campus, please contact the Department of Public Safety at 310.506.4441.

This entry was posted in Calabasas, Irvine, Malibu, West Los Angeles.

West LA Campus In-Person Work/Class Resumes on Tuesday, June 25

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University officials and the Department of Public Safety have been working closely with law enforcement to investigate an anonymous report of a potential threat to the University’s West LA campus as communicated in last night’s message. Despite efforts, in consultation with law enforcement and nationally recognized threat assessment experts, the University has not uncovered any information to verify the credibility of the threat.

As a result, in-person classes and work at the West LA campus will resume on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The University will work with West LA security to ensure an appropriate level of security presence is maintained.

If material developments occur in the investigation, the University will update the community. 

This entry was posted in West Los Angeles.

Remote Classes and Work at the West LA Campus – Monday, June 24, 2024

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Late this evening, the Los Angeles Police Department alerted the University of a possible threat to the West Los Angeles campus, which was reported to the department through an anonymous phone call. The caller reported seeing a social media post, which included a potential threat of violence. At this time, neither the University nor law enforcement have been able to verify the existence of this post. However, out of an abundance of caution, while the University works with law enforcement to investigate the credibility of this reported threat, on Monday, June 24, 2024, all West LA classes will be held remotely and all West LA employees should work remotely.

The University will provide additional information as the investigation proceeds.

This entry was posted in West Los Angeles.

Normal Malibu Campus Operations Resume Thursday

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Normal campus operations, including in-person classes on Pepperdine’s Malibu Campus, will resume Thursday, February 22, 2024. All other campuses remain open at this time. Graduate schools may follow up with additional communications to students and faculty as needed.

University officials continue to monitor the road conditions and closures. This includes gathering information from experts and associated agencies who oversee the roads regarding anticipated timelines for reopening.

Below are the current road conditions for major routes leading to the Malibu Campus:

  • Pacific Coast Highway south of the Malibu campus is open.
  • Topanga Canyon is open. 
  • Malibu Canyon remains closed due to a landslide.
  • Pacific Coast Highway north of campus remains closed between Corral Canyon and Latigo Canyon.
  • Kanan Dume Road is open; however, Pacific Coast Highway between Kanan and the Malibu campus is closed as noted above.

For example, this means, if traveling from the Calabasas campus, instead of taking Malibu Canyon or Kanan Dume Road south to Pacific Coast Highway, the best route may be traveling south/east on the 101 Highway to Topanga Canyon Road; south on Topanga to Pacific Coast Highway, then north on Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu. From Calabasas, this route adds 12 miles to the commute. 

Road conditions may change, but it is likely these noted road closures will remain in place for tomorrow. Please plan for a potentially longer commute, since your typical route to the Malibu campus may not be available, and confirm road conditions before departing. 

As always, all employees and students are encouraged to drive slowly and carefully, leave plenty of extra time for travel, and remain informed about conditions for Pepperdine’s Southern California campuses by utilizing the following resources: 

Greater Los Angeles road conditions can be viewed online at www.sigalert.com.

This entry was posted in Calabasas, Irvine, Malibu, West Los Angeles.