Executive Director, International Admission & Student Services
Pepperdine University
Brooke O'Donnell is the Executive Director of International Admissions & Student Services at Pepperdine University, where she provides leadership to advance international student enrollment, retention, and success. In her ten years at Pepperdine, Brooke has overseen international recruitment, admissions, SEVIS compliance, and comprehensive student services, aligning these efforts with the university’s mission as a premier global Christian institution. She also directs initiatives to standardize data stewardship and supports cross-departmental collaboration to enhance the international student experience.
Brooke holds a Master of Arts in Leadership in K-12 and Post-Secondary Education with a Global Education emphasis from Michigan State University, where she also earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Studies. Before her tenure at Pepperdine, she served in leadership roles at the University of South Florida, including Director of International Admissions and Assistant Director of Progression, and as an International Admissions Counselor at Michigan State University. Throughout her career, Brooke has been dedicated to fostering global partnerships, promoting cultural exchange, and supporting international students throughout their educational journeys.
Seamless Journeys: Elevating International Student Success from Admission to Graduation
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
8:15 AM – 9:05 AM PST