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.

Graduates dress to impress

As the spring 2026 semester draws to a close, seniors have to think about the incoming graduation to celebrate their accomplishment at the University of La Verne. However one of the questions they ask themselves in preparation for the ceremony is what do they wear under their gown. 

Lecture highlights light and darkness that make people human

Elaine Padilla shared her research, titled “Being/Not: A Decolonial Option for Authentically Becoming Human,” which covers four different philosophical theories in relation to how humans see themselves and their reality, to an audience of about 30. 

High gas prices hit home

University of La Verne students are feeling the crunch of paying about $20 extra to refill their gas tanks. 

Movie Review: ‘The Drama’ brings moral complexity to the big screen

“The Drama” was released in theaters last Friday. I had been eagerly anticipating this film since the stars – Zendaya and Robert Pattinson – were seen filming in the streets of Boston in late 2024.

President Dickson shares vision for ULV

After nearly two years serving as interim president, Risa Dickson was officially named 20th president of the University of La Verne earlier this month. 

Commentary: Food used in fashion is not so sweet

For their Fall 2026 collection, Italian-brand Moschino sent a purse that looks like a bag of churros down the runway. These types of ideas are not new to the brand, however, this highlights a larger trend that is taking over the fashion world: the luxury of food. 

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