Starting in fall 2012, incoming freshmen at the University will be place in “learning communities” or linked classes, as the University begins to implement changes with the goal of creating a “La Verne Experience” the supports students and distinguishes the University.

Senior Angela Rios places a signed puzzle piece on one of the oak trees outside the Campus Center on Monday as part of the “Light it Up Blue” event.

Professor of English Jeffrey Kahan discussed the Shake­spearean impact on culture, and read from his new book “Shakespeare and the Occult” in a faculty lecture on Monday.

Invasive tiger mosquitoes have been spotted in the cities of El Monte, South Monte and unincorporated areas in Los Angeles County south of Duarte.

Campus and community news for the week of April 6, 2012.

It was close to evening and Barbara’s Place was nearly empty – only clusters of students filled the seats. One group that hung out at a table outside was happy to talk about sexual health – in general. The students got quieter, however, when asked if they would share their STD status on the Internet.

The graduate students of Psychology Respecting Inclusivity, Diver­sity and Equality – or PRIDE – organized a psychology conference Satur­day for those going into the field of treating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender clients.

The Univerity of La Verne College of Law this week won back its provisional accreditation from the American Bar Association’s Council of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar.

On Monday, Kathleen Weaver, associate professor of biology, gave a lecture in the Presidents Dining Room on her ongoing research of fish in the West Indies and toxins found in snails.

Progressive theologian and visionary minister Bishop Carlton Pearson gave two lectures titled “What has Hell to do with It?” and “Emerging Spirituality” on March 22 in Morgan Auditorium.