Voice, the magazine of the University of La Verne

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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

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.

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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!

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A Cut Above the Rest

University of La Verne alumna and business-owner Liliana Andriani ’20 exemplifies dynamic leadership through her community service.

News from La Verne

Spirit of La Verne Celebrated

Ten recipients were recognized and celebrated this week at the Spirit of La Verne Awards, which honors campus community members living out the core values represented by the Ludwick Center — spirituality, cultural understanding, and community engagement. 

New Pathway to Educational Leadership

The Preliminary Administrative Services credential program launched last fall to help California educators meet requirements to work as an administrator, while providing a pathway to earn a master's in education.

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