University Of La Verne


ULV Community Honors MLK Jr. through Hands-On Day of Service at Hillcrest

ULV volunteers gathered for a group photo at the Ludwick Center before making their way to Hillcrest. (ULV Photo/Alexavier Soltero) Students, faculty, and staff joined forces to revitalize Hillcrest, connect with residents, and honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service. The ULV community came together for a hands-on Day of Service at Hillcrest on […]


ULV’s New Archivist: Keren Darancette

Keren Darancette stands in the University of La Verne archives. (ULV Photo/Stephen Gee) New archivist Keren Darancette works to preserve and organize the University of La Verne’s historical collections When Keren Darancette steps into the University of La Verne archives, she isn’t just opening boxes – she’s opening doors to the university’s past. As the institution’s new archivist, […]


University of La Verne Honors Retiring CFO

Avo Kechichian with ULV Presidents Risa Dickson, Devorah Lieberman, and Steve Morgan. (ULV Photo/Jeanine Hill) Two Former ULV Presidents Join Current President to Honor VP for Administration and Finance, CFO Avo Kechichian, on His Retirement After More Than 40 Years The University of La Verne’s current president and two former presidents gathered to honor Chief Financial Officer […]


Integrated Business Program Students Turn Classroom Experience into Community Impact

Students in the College of Business Integrated Business Program worked together to support charities. (ULV Photo/Sasha Chavez) Students Translate Entrepreneurial Skills into Charitable Contributions  Students in the College of Business Integrated Business Program presented nearly $15,000 in donations to local and national charities during a ceremony at the Sara and Michael Abraham Campus Center. The […]


ULV Holiday Baking Classic Supports Leo Food Pantry

Clarissa Shan, assistant professor and director of choral activities and vocal studies, won People’s Choice and Best in Show at the University of La Verne’s first Holiday Baking Classic. She is joined by Suzanne Beaumaster, associate provost of academic programs, and Alaina Dunn, vice president for enrollment management. (ULV Photo/Brandon Le) Campus bakers compete for bragging […]


ULV Night at LA Kings Game Celebrates Community Pride, Honors Alumni

A night of hockey, laughter, and community – ULV came together for a family-friendly evening with the LA Kings. (ULV Photo/Nancy Newman) University of La Verne alumni Sgt. First Class (ret.) Orlando Jackson recognized as Hero of the Game at Crypto.com Arena Alumni, students, families, and friends came together to celebrate community and University of La Verne […]


Revered Former Faculty Member Peggy Redman Receives Community Honor

Peggy Redman is honored during her induction into the La Verne Walk of Honor on December 12 in Old Town La Verne. (Courtesy: Kalista Redman) Former University of La Verne faculty member recognized for decades of leadership in teacher education. Congratulations to esteemed former University of La Verne faculty member Peggy Redman on her induction into the La Verne Walk […]


ULV Community Gathers for Holiday Tamaliada

Faculty and staff took shifts preparing tamales. From left: Eugene Shang, director of housing and student conduct; Marquisha Frost, associate vice president for inclusive excellence and mission integration; and Risa Dickson, president. (Photo essay by Brandon Le) Event brings students, faculty, and staff together to honor a cherished Mexican holiday tradition University of La Verne President […]


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

ULV students have new pathways into ministry and graduate theological education thanks to a $10M grant awarded to Bethany Theological Seminary by Lilly Endowment. (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 […]


Panelist speak to a group of research students about career building, college experience and more during a mixer hosted by the University of La Verne Library and Learning Commons.

University of La Verne Hosts Future Scholars Research Program and Leo Tech Mixer

The University of La Verne recently hosted its inaugural “Future Scholars Research Symposium & 2nd Annual Leo Tech Mixer,” designed to empower high school students through hands-on research experiences in mathematics, astronomy, artificial intelligence, and computer science. Led by Amy Jiang, University of La Verne Professor and Head of Emerging Technology Digital Initiatives at the Wilson Library, […]