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¹ú®aa¢¥aÂ鶹University Launches For Greater Purpose: the Campaign for Pepperdine
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¹ú®aa¢¥aÂ鶹University launched its For Greater Purpose campaign on June 6, 2026. The launch marks the next chapter in the University’s history and its commitment to preparing students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. The unprecedented $1 billion campaign will mobilize a movement that values students as whole persons and equips them to uncover their God-given callings so they are fully prepared to make lasting impacts in their lives thereafter.Ìý
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