Writer: Mikayla Holzinger ’20

Fall 2025

Speaking Up and Speaking Out

My life took a meaningful turn when I decided to transfer to the University of La Verne during my sophomore year of college. I was initially drawn in by the university’s debate team, which seemed like a natural fit given my passion for forensics. Once I arrived, I learned that the team focused exclusively on […]

January 21, 2026

By Mikayla Holzinger ’20

Photo Brandon Le

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