Olivia Russo

Olivia Russo is a senior journalism major with a concentration in print/online journalism and a minor in criminology. She is the Editor-in-Chief for the Campus Times for Spring 2026. She has previously served as the News Editor, LV Life Editor, a photographer and a staff writer for the Campus Times, as well as a staff writer and photographer for La Verne Magazine.

Louisiana jazz event explores culture and cuisine

To kick off the 2025 Spring semester in style, the Campus Activities Board organized a Louisiana Jazz night on the third floor of the Campus Center with jazz band Groovis Maximus performing. 

Adjuncts frustrated with time card chaos, may unionize

As of July 1, adjunct faculty have been required to clock in and clock out in real time to record their work hours – from teaching their classes to meeting with students, to preparing for class at home. 

Leo Food Pantry offers food security to students

Food insecurity has been a concern among college students since before the COVID-19 pandemic. With the holiday season approaching, students at the University of La Verne have to look no further than what is already happening on campus.

Warming climate felt locally

The first six months of 2024 set new high temperature records since 2023, resulting in projections for it to be the warmest year on record. 

Creative writing students share eclectic works

Almost 60 students gathered in the Ludwick Center Sacred Space to listen to three creative writing students read their original works. 

Commentary: Trump plans to take our rights, deport our friends

As of Nov. 6,  Donald Trump has been elected as president of the U.S., winning both the electoral college and the popular vote, the latter for the first time ever. 

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