
Stories from this issue:
Mahdavi’s Mission
Cover StoryPresident Pardis Mahdavi shares how her experiences with exclusion shaped her identity and personal mission, empowered her to bridge transformative opportunities for others, fueling her commitment to education and providing focus for university work ahead.

Leaving it All on the Court
College of Law and Public Service students score a victory in recent asylum case under the coaching of Krystal Rodriguez-Campos.

In Conversation with Daniel Loera
Daniel Loera, EdD ’12, director of multicultural affairs for the Center for Multicultural Services at the University of La Verne, shares his thoughts on empowering communities.
News from La Verne
ULV Law Students Argue Appeal
Law students gain rare appellate court experience, showcasing rigorous training and dedication.
ACHE Honors EdD Program Innovation
EdD in Educational Leadership program earned the 2025 ACHE Distinguished Program Award.
New Leadership Development Series Offered
LaFetra College of Education offers new leadership development workshops for current and future leaders.
Professor Earns Carnegie Fellowship
Chemistry professor Nixon Mwebi was awarded a Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship to develop lab spaces and curriculum in Kenya this spring.