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Students walking into the Super Tents during Convocation 2023-2024

University of La Verne #1 Private University in CA for Social Mobility

The University of La Verne is the top private university in California for social mobility and for the second consecutive year, sixth among all universities in the state, according to the prestigious U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 National University rankings released today.


In the News: August Media Mentions 

Roundup of University of La Verne media mentions showcasing the university’s accolades, research, major happenings, and expertise.


Family posing with housing supplies for Move-In Day 2023

First Week of School Campus Recap

Students from across the globe and from nearby joined together on our campuses ready to start the 2023-2024 academic year off strong.


Convocation 2023 - student holding paws up shirt in front of Tents for Convocation ceremony

Convocation Ceremony Rings In New Academic Year

Students, faculty, and staff gathered outside the Sports Science and Athletics Pavilion (SSAP) on Wednesday, August 23 to celebrate the beginning of the fall semester together at Convocation. This is the first time University of La Verne President Pardis Mahdavi addressed the community at-large. 


President Mahdavi with students and guests during Living and Learning Communities event weekend lunch

New Living and Learning Communities Enhance Students’ Belonging

As a new housing feature this year, the Center for Multicultural Services has implemented the Black and Latinx Living and Learning Communities on campus to encourage inclusivity and community building for new and continuing students of color.