Diana Vazquez

Admission Counselor

Hometown: Los Angeles, California
Loyola Marymount University of 2024
Major: Chicana/o & Latina/o Studies and Spanish
Email: diana.vazquez@pepperdine.edu
Phone: (310) 506-4392

Favorite Spot on Campus

My favorite spot on campus is the Payson Library because it has an amazing view and a Starbucks, which makes it a great place to study!

Tips for Applying

Top 3 recommendations for applying

1. Being organized and starting early can take you a long way. It gives you time to brainstorm your ideas, revise your drafts, and edit your application. Remember, this application represents you, so you want to make a great first impression.
2. Be yourself. We want to learn about you as much as possible. Let your unique voice and perspective shine throughout your application.
3. Visiting campus is a great way to determine if Pepperdine is the right fit for you. You can also meet with your Admission Counselor. If you are unable to come, you can also check out our social media or YouTube videos to get a better sense of whether Pepperdine is a good fit for you.

Advice for essays and supplemental question

Give yourself plenty of time to brainstorm, draft, and edit. This is your opportunity to truly showcase what you care about and who you are as a person.

Other general advice

I recommend getting in touch with your Admission Counselor. We are here to guide students through the process by providing resources and support. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.

Working in the Office of Admission

My favorite aspect about working in the Office of Admission

My favorite aspect about working in the Office of Admission is being able to serve as a resource for students and families. As a first-generation college student, I know how intimidating college applications can be, but Pepperdine has a great team dedicated to helping navigate the process.