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University of La Verne to Play Key Role in $10 Million Initiative Expanding Pathways to Ministry and Graduate Theological Education

$10M Grant Awarded to Bethany Theological Seminary by Lilly Endowment opens new opportunities for ULV Students. (ULV photo/Jeanine Hill) New Brethren Higher Education Consortium will expand early access to graduate-level theological study for undergraduate nationwide. The University of La Verne will take a leading role in a major national initiative to broaden pathways into ministry and […]

Posted: December 8, 2025

University of La Verne Appoints Dr. Marquisha Frost as Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Mission Integration

La Verne, CA — The University of La Verne is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr.Marquisha Frost as the new Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and MissionIntegration, effective August 4, 2025. Dr. Frost brings more than a decade of leadership experience in higher education, nonprofitstrategy, and inclusive excellence. She most recently served as Senior Vice President of StrategicEngagement and […]

Posted: June 25, 2025
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Exploring Innovation and Excellence: University of La Verne’s 2025 Celebration of Scholarship

The University of La Verne’s 2025 Celebration of Scholarship brought together faculty, students, and staff to recognize and honor outstanding academic contributions across a wide range of disciplines, including business, finance, health and fitness outcomes, artificial intelligence, student success, history, and virtual/augmented reality. The event featured research presentations, creative works, and innovative teaching approaches that exemplify the […]

Posted: May 16, 2025

Campus Times & La Verne Magazine Among Top College News Outlets

The University of La Verne’s own Campus Times and La Verne Magazine cleaned up in the Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s annual contest for the 2023-24 academic year, each winning the prestigious Silver Crown award for overall publication excellence in their respective categories. Additionally, the publications won a total of 22 Gold Circle Awards for individual stories and photos. […]

Posted: April 30, 2025

University of La Verne Recognized for Excellence in Student Access and Earnings by 2025 Carnegie Classifications

The University of La Verne proudly announces its designation as an Opportunity University in the newly revised 2025 Carnegie Classifications. This recognition underscores the university’s commitment to providing equitable access and fostering student success through higher education. The 2025 Carnegie Classifications, developed by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement […]

Posted: April 29, 2025

ULV Professor and Sister Co-Author International Study on Mosquito Control in El Salvador’s Changing Climate

Dr. Víctor D. Carmona-Galindo, Professor of Biology at the University of La Verne, has co-authored a groundbreaking international study on mosquito population dynamics in El Salvador. The research, recently published in Diversity, explores how drought conditions and urban environments influence the sex ratios of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes – critical vectors of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. The findings have […]

Posted: April 19, 2025

University of La Verne Earns Gold Military Friendly® School Designation for 2025

The University of La Verne has once again been designated a 2025 Military Friendly® School with a prestigious gold ranking for its efforts to create meaningful education paths for the military-connected community supporting their educational and career aspirations.   “Supporting veterans is a priority for us because they’ve sacrificed so much for our country. We understand […]

Posted: April 14, 2025

Representative Grace F. Napolitano Donates Congressional Archives to University of La Verne

Representative Grace F. Napolitano (D-31) announced on Wednesday the donation of her distinguished congressional archives to the University of La Verne (ULV). Serving in Congress for 26 years, Napolitano intends for this collection to enrich scholarly pursuits on California’s representation, congressional studies, and the state’s historical narrative. Dr. Risa Dickson, president of the University of La Verne, […]

Posted: April 10, 2025

ULV Graduate Programs Nationally Ranked – AGAIN!

The University of La Verne has once again earned recognition for its graduate programs, securing spots in the prestigious U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Programs rankings.    “These rankings affirm our commitment to accessible, impactful graduate education, empowering diverse learners across California and online to lead and serve their communities,” said Interim Provost […]

Posted: April 8, 2025