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ULV Hosts La Verne’s Annual State of the City Event

University of La Verne President Risa Dickson addresses civic and community leaders during the city’s State of the City address (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) Mayor, city council members, and Chamber leaders discuss La Verne’s achievements and plans for the year ahead, with honor guard presentation by local police and fire departments President Risa Dickson welcomed civic and community […]


Lunar New Year Comes Alive at The Spot with Dumpling-Making Fun

Pamela Hernandez, customer service coordinator for ULV Student Affairs, adds filling to a dumpling wrapper under the supervision of Professor Amy Jiang (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) Lunar New Year celebration brings university community together through cooking and culture Students, faculty, and staff gathered at The Spot to make dumplings in celebration of Lunar New Year. “It […]


Chamber Singers and Chorale Present Valentine’s Day Cabaret

The first concert of the year for the ULV Chamber Singers and University Chorale was held in Morgan Auditorium. (ULV Photo/Claudia Gonzalez) Directed by Clarissa Shan, the Valentine’s Day Cabaret featured pianist Songmi Choi and showcased student soloists. The University of La Verne Chamber Singers and Chorale filled Morgan Auditorium with music at their Valentine’s Day […]


Ryan J. Smith to Deliver Frederick Douglass Human Rights Lecture

Ryan J. Smith, president and CEO of St. Joseph Center, will deliver the 2026 Frederick Douglass Human Rights Lecture at the University of La Verne. (Courtesy Ryan J. Smith) The St. Joseph Center CEO shares his journey from personal hardship to leading efforts against homelessness and poverty at the annual Frederick Douglass Human Rights Lecture On […]


Spring Involvement Fair Showcases Student Opportunities

Students explore dozens of clubs and organizations at the University of La Verne’s Involvement Fair. (ULV Photo/Stephen Gee) ​​A lively showcase of clubs, teams, and student organizations gives students countless ways to get involved on campus. Students at the University of La Verne had the chance to explore a wide range of campus organizations and activities at […]


Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Athletes

High school students packed the ULV Sports Science and Athletic Pavilion for Girls Got Game 2026 in celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day. (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) The annual event brought together aspiring athletes, coaches, and leaders to inspire the next generation of women in sports. High school students filled the University of […]


ULV Women’s Volleyball Team Honored

Lea the Leopard joined the ULV women’s volleyball team and La Verne city council members. (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) Team recognized by city council following historic season and NCAA championship appearance. The University of La Verne women’s volleyball team was honored by the City of La Verne for its outstanding 2025 season after finishing with a 30–3 overall record […]


Mission-Driven Leadership: Marquisha Frost Aligns Equity and Institutional Values at ULV

Marquisha Frost will speak at the Ludwick Center Sacred Space on February 12 (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) The associate vice president for inclusive excellence and mission integration shares how equity, data, and shared accountability are shaping student success and campus culture at the University of La Verne Inclusion isn’t optional for Marquisha Frost – it’s the foundation […]


ULV Celebrates Black History Month

The University of La Verne honors and celebrates Black History Month through a lens of resilience, achievement and leadership. We’re highlighting Black student voices, faculty scholarship, and community events. For a list of upcoming events, click here!


Grant Supports Leo Food Pantry

Adrianne Montero-Camacho, director of Accessibility and SOS Services, and Myracle Johnson, student worker. (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) New funding to help pantry meet student needs with fresh food and expanded services Services at the Leo Food Pantry will expand significantly thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Gilead Foundation. The pantry provides free meals and groceries […]