The Associated Students of the University of La Verne presented the Faculty Senate with a resolution on May 6 calling for adjustments to the finals week standards – with the hope of reducing the burden being placed on students trying to finish up the semester in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the transition to all […]
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Local public schools consider post-pandemic back-to-school options
Local public schools, with those across the state and nation, are in a holding pattern awaiting further notice on what school will look like in fall 2020, as the U.S. with the rest of the world considers life moving forward amid the global pandemic.
Former ULV administrator named president of Ohlone Community College
Eric Bishop, a University of La Verne alumnus, who also held several positions at La Verne – including associate dean of academic advising, journalism professor and Campus Times adviser – was recently appointed president of Ohlone Community College in Fremont, California. He starts July 6.
Professor survives to tell coronavirus story
When University of La Verne Communications professor Scott Essman woke up on March 9, he thought he was in for a normal day as a professor. Little did he know he was about to start a battle fighting the virus that has wreaked havoc across the globe.
Academic Awards Recipients, 2019-2020
Academic departments each year identify students who have been recognized for academic achievement. Along with this recognition, each candidate is gifted a special commemorative pen that is embossed with their full name. We are delighted to recognize the following student scholars on behalf of the academic departments who nominated them.
Homesick Campaign brings University community together online
A virtual campaign at the University of La Verne has begun to focus on engagement and belonging through various online events.
Administrators address student concerns, from financial aid to health and virtual graduation tributes
The Associated Students of the University of La Verne held a virtual Town Hall Wednesday night featuring numerous University officials to address student concerns pertaining to the coronavirus pandemic, the current status of online education, and the upcoming academic school year.
University braces for projected $15.5 million budget shortfall
The University of La Verne plans to be fully operational by the fall 2020 semester through the implementation of various measures officials hope will provide safety and financial stability moving forward, President Devorah Lieberman announced via email last week.
Debate team hosts international ‘Battle of the Bandwidth’
The University of La Verne debate team hosted its first ever online, virtual debate last weekend.
Suspects still at large after Thursday break-in during campus closure
Two men broke into the University’s Enrollment Management building early Thursday morning, but thanks to fast-acting Campus Safety officers, the alleged perpetrators escaped empty-handed after fleeing from police.