Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Alexandra Burrel gives readers a perspective into her life’s mission through the lens of “doing the work.” She wants to meet people where they are and assist in their growth and development.
July 12, 2021
Historic Woody Hall was dedicated in 1948 on the La Verne campus. The first men’s residence hall, it was named for Isaac J. Woody, the beloved groundskeeper. Woody Hall was the first of many new buildings to go up on campus in the postwar era.
Posted: July 12, 2021
More than 100 boxes of original world’s fair documents and artifacts are now part of the University of La Verne’s Archives and Special Collections, thanks to the extraordinary gift of the PonTell family. Dating back to the very first expo, held in London in 1851, this vast treasure trove includes books, photographs, brochures, and objects revealing the fascinating history of this highly influential enterprise.
Posted: July 12, 2021
The planned fifth college of the University of La Verne will focus on preparing a diverse healthcare workforce for the region's population.
Posted: July 12, 2021
When the pandemic is finally in the rearview mirror, what will "normal" look like? Four Leos respond.
Posted: July 12, 2021
A generous and visionary gift from noted attorney and university Trustee Frank J. Lizarraga, Jr. ’80, endowed the College of Law dean at the University of La Verne. This is the first endowed dean established at a law school accredited exclusively by the State Bar of California and the University of La Verne’s first-ever endowed dean.
Posted: July 12, 2021
Kerop Janoyan, PhD, joined the University of La Verne on April 1 as provost and vice president for academic affairs. He came from Clarkson University, where he was dean of the Graduate School and a professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Posted: July 12, 2021
Out of the challenges of the pandemic came innovations bringing new ways of connecting the university to its students and alumni.
Posted: July 12, 2021
Meet Mavel Ramos, Mary Barlow, and Steve Basset
What do an Irvine banker, Kern County school superintendent, and Los Angeles supply chain chief have in common? All three have careers that were turbo-charged by University of La Verne's pioneering regional and online campuses, which celebrate their 50th anniversary this year.
Posted: November 19, 2019
The LaFetra College of Education's Center for Neurodiversity, Learning, and Wellness is supporting student success one heart and one mind at a time.
Posted: November 19, 2019
A mass shooting. A wildfire. A violent protest. a hurricane. In fall 2017, tragedies turned regions upside down, presenting four alumni in public leadership positions with some of the most challenging circumstances of their careers. They demonstrated strength and composure, drawing wisdom from their Leopard roots to pull through.
Posted: November 19, 2019
With the grand opening of the Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research, the university charts a new course.
Posted: November 19, 2019
Two weeks on a remote Montana ranch teaches science students new ways to learn.
Posted: November 19, 2019
The Rasshans’ African American Museum of Beginnings illuminates history and stirs conversation.
Posted: November 14, 2019
From forklift operator to the front office at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, alumnus Steven Bassett rose up the ranks through hard work and a flexible path to education.
Posted: November 14, 2019
I consider it my mission to facilitate learning to meet our students’ personal and professional goals.
Posted: November 14, 2019
Alumna Mary Barlow’s rise from first-grade teacher to Kern County Superintendent of Schools was aided by multiple degrees from the University of La Verne’s Bakersfield Campus.
Posted: November 14, 2019
Professor Ashley Lipson argues for the defense of a quality law education through common-sense coursework and groundbreaking video game technology.
Posted: November 14, 2019
The Leopards embrace the impact football has beyond the win column.
Posted: November 6, 2019
