
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.

Experiences That Matter
The University of La Verne leads the way in extending learning beyond the classroom and offering experiences that allow our students to demonstrate their skills, receive training that leads to a competitive edge in the workplace, and live out our core values—ethical reasoning, diversity and inclusivity, lifelong learning, and civic and community engagement. These are the experiences that matter!

Empowered Women Empower Women
Louise Kelly, professor of management and leadership, researches the art of authentic leadership at the University of La Verne.
News from La Verne
University of La Verne Celebrates Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar as Top 100 Education Influencer
The University of La Verne proudly celebrates Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar, an esteemed alumna of LaFetra College of Education and […]
LaFetra College of Education Joins Prestigious National Consortium to Transform Doctoral Education
The University of La Verne proudly announces that its LaFetra College of Education (LFCE) has been accepted into the […]
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 […]
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 […]