Voice Magazine | The University of La Verne

Current Issue: Winter 2023

The University of La Verne is entering a new era under the leadership of Dr. Pardis Mahdavi, who became our 19th President on August 15, 2023. In this issue of Voice, meet our new leader and learn more about the vision for the future, as well as join us in celebrating our transformational student experiences, leadership, and alumni.

Stories from this issue:

Mahdavi’s Mission

Cover Story

President 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.

By Jamie K. Ayala

Cover of Voice Magazine: Mahdavi’s Mission

Reel It In: The Virtual Future of Filmmaking

University of La Verne film students participated in a weeklong pilot education abroad program featuring access to a state-of-the-art digital studio while working collaboratively with students and filmmakers from Taipei.

By Alexandra Clayton