How Can We Help You?
University Advancement significantly supports institutional excellence by encouraging loyalty to the university, securing financial contributions for university programs, and enhancing the image of the university.
Why I Give To The University
"When you build a relationship with an institution like La Verne, there is a sense of responsibility to give back, and not just by cutting a check. It’s more of time and talent."
Luis Faura, BS '89
Distinguished Alumni Award for Service to Profession, 2000 Chair, Board of Trustees
Contact Us
Dr. Jean Bjerke
Vice President
jbjerke@laverne.edu
Robert Earhart
Associate Vice President
rearhart@laverne.edu
Mike Welch
Associate Vice President Annual Giving, Alumni Relations and Advancement Operations
mwelch@laverne.edu
Jeff Rouss
Deputy Vice President
jrouss@laverne.edu
Beth Elmore
Senior Director of Alumni Relations
belmore@laverne.edu
Charles Bentley
Director, Public Relations
cbentley@laverne.edu
Noemi Ortega
Special Events Director
nortega2@laverne.edu
Denise Gutierrez
Grants and Foundation Manager
dgutierrez@laverne.edu
Julia Wheeler
Director, Planned Giving
jwheeler@laverne.edu
University Advancement Office
2035 Bonita Ave, La Verne, CA 91750. (909) 392-2740
