Category: Students
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Bar exam laptop readiness (California / Examplify)
Most U.S. jurisdictions—including the California Bar—use ExamSoft Examplify for laptop-based bar exams. Caruso Law also uses Examplify for school exams so students build familiarity early. Computer readiness Use a reliable laptop you already trust day-to-day. If you need a new machine, replace it weeks before the bar so problems surface…
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Register for WiFi Network Access
Pepperdine University has wireless networking capabilities throughout the Malibu campus as well as at the other campus locations. Students can conduct research, download research projects, and check their e-mail within the accessible area. For those students considering a new laptop purchase, please review our recommendations page here. You can easily…
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Microsoft Account Error Fixes
Office 365: “Your school account is no longer active.” Here are some troubleshooting tips for when you get the dreaded error message during Microsoft 365 account creation: for mac: 1. Disconnect the Old Account from macOS 2. Sign Out of Office Completely 3. Clear Cached Credentials (Mac Keychain) 4. Clear…
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Wifi Tips: Turning Off Private Browsing MAC
When using Pepperdine’s Wifi network, make sure to turn off private browsing MAC for the best experience. Jump to Instructions for an Android phone/device. Jump to Instructions for an iOS Apple phone/device. Android For Android devices find Wi-Fi in your settings. It will be under a tab called “Connections” or…
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Hosting School of Law Events
Hosting and Organizing Caruso School of Law Events Pepperdine Caruso School of Law hosts a wide range of events that strengthen and support our community. These include panel discussions, dinners, continuing education courses, and additional meaningful opportunities for connection and professional development. To host an event contact Caruso School of…
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Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips Having issues accessing WaveNet, Canvas, or other Pepperdine websites? Before contacting CSOL Technology Services, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot common issues we see at the law school. Many Pepperdine websites can have issues concerning full cache or browser bugs. It is recommended that…
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Tech Help
There are two places to get technology support here at Pepperdine: the University Help Desk and the Technology Services Support Desk, located at the Public Services Desk in the School of Law Library. University Help Desk (HELP)The Pepperdine University Information Technology (University IT) department provides direct technical support for students…
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Basics for Pepperdine Law Students
The Basics for Pepperdine Law Students WELCOME TO THE BASICS!This page contains a list of the best posts for getting started. Security Pages Browser Check University IT Security Homepage Security Tips Network Password Management Technology Services Pepperdine Google Suite Turnitin WaveNet ExamSoft Examplify CALI Lessons Zoom Contact IS Tech Support Contact the University IT…
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Color Printing and Copies in the Harnish Law Library
The Harnish Law Library maintains two copiers that will print in either color or black and white. This service is for Pepperdine users only. The price per color impression is $0.35. This means that if you print a color document that is duplexed (printed on both sides), you will be charged $0.70 for…
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Law Library
The Law Library can be one of the most valuable assets to you during your time in law school. Its value goes beyond your law education, as it can be a great tool for activities such as Law Review and Moot Court, as well as preparing for your careers as…
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Microsoft 365 for Education
The Microsoft Office suite is a family of software that delivers almost any tool imaginable to assist users at home and in business. Here, Pepperdine Caruso Law TS helps break down the different applications available. NOTE: We always recommend that you INSTALL and USE the local copy of MS Word…
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How to Not Miss Important E-Mail Messages!
As a student at Caruso Law, you will find that there are a number of essential, critical, and/or otherwise consequential messages that are sent to your Pepperdine student email account by members of the Caruso Law administration team over the course of the school year. Also note that your Pepperdine…
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Kronos: Timekeeping at Pepperdine
Have you figured out how to use Kronos yet? Perhaps you’re still struggling with the basics of getting around and entering your information correctly. Here are a few resources that you might find helpful! First, an introduction to Kronos: Support for Kronos is provided by the Payroll Department at (310) 506-4636,…
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iClicker
iClicker iClicker is a responsive teaching and learning tool that incorporates clickers, mobile phone clicker usage, GPS attendance, polling/quizzing, and study guides. iClicker provides real-time feedback from students, and promotes active learning. To create an account, visit the iClicker website and select “create an account” in the upper right of…
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Security: Protect Your Laptop and Yourself!
Viruses, worms, ad-ware and spyware, and theft, are examples of SEVERE risks to your computer in a public, networked environment. You MUST PERFORM THE STEPS LISTED BELOW if you wish to use your computer at Pepperdine or you could face repercussions including loss of network access, data loss, and system…
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Wait to update your OS before Examplify exams
Microsoft and Apple release OS updates throughout the year. Do not install a brand-new major OS update right before midterms or finals unless Caruso Law Technology Services or ExamSoft has confirmed compatibility. Certified for Examplify (last checked: 2026-10-30): Windows: 64-bit Windows 11, versions 24H2, 25H2 or 26H2. Secure Boot and…
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Print and Copy Services at Caruso Law
To send a print job start here: print.pepperdine.edu To setup your printing go here for complete instructions. Color Printing is $0.35 per side of a page Black and White Printing is $0.06 per side of a page. Print accounting and print charges are managed by the University. Charges go to your…
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Pepperdine’s Canvas – The online course management system at Caruso Law
You may have heard of an LMS or learning management system. An LMS is an online service that hosts your course syllabus, other documents, class discussions, and more. Canvas is the “go to” place for all things associated with your classes including Zoom links for your online classes, syllabi, recordings…
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Two Factor Authentication (2FA)
Pepperdine University uses SecureConnect for 2FA SecureConnect is available AND RECOMMENDED for all Pepperdine University students and is required. Students who opt-in to SecureConnect, will receive an extended password lifecycle to 4 years. General information on SecureConnect (including the portal login where Students can enroll) can be found at secureconnect.pepperdine.edu…