Alumni Park (Pepperdine) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alumni Park |
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| Type | Urban park |
| Location | Malibu, California |
| Area | 30 acres (0.12 km2) |
| Owned by | Pepperdine University |
| Operated by | Pepperdine University |
Alumni Park is a beautiful private park. It is owned by Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. The park covers 30 acres. It has trails, green lawns, and gentle hills. You can also find pretty ponds and coral trees here.
What is Alumni Park?
The ponds in Alumni Park are quite large. They cover about 40,000 square feet. These ponds hold reclaimed water. This means the water has been cleaned and reused. It's a smart way to save water!
Remembering a Special Day
Every September, Alumni Park hosts a moving event. It's called the "Waves of Flags" display. Nearly 3,000 flags are put up. Each flag honors a life lost during the September 11 attacks. This display helps people remember that sad day. It shows respect for those who were lost.
Sports and University Events
Alumni Park is also a home for sports. It is the main course for the Pepperdine Waves cross country teams. Both men's and women's teams train and compete here. In 2013, the park even hosted a big championship race. This was for the West Coast Conference.
The park is also used for important university events. For example, graduation ceremonies are held here. It is also a place for music events.
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Alumni Park
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