Tag: campus shutdown
Students eager to return to in-person classes
With mass vaccination under way in Southern California, and the prospect of a face-to-face fall semester at the University of La Verne, 10 out of 12 students in a recent informal survey said they are excited about the possible return to almost normal.
Students hope faculty will be flexible for virtual finals
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 online classes, and the host of challenges of this unprecedented moment.
Commentary: Coming to terms with the new normal
I flew back home planning only to stay for the duration of spring break then return to campus to finish off the spring semester.
Commentary: The challenges of finding the ‘new winning’ in a pandemic
Upon entering college, one of my main goals was to establish myself as a journalist by working my way up to the position of Editor-in-Chief of the Campus Times. After three semesters on staff, first as a staff writer, then LV Life editor and editorial director, I was offered the position and I took up the mantle hoping that I would be as good, or even better, than my predecessors.
Commentary: Finding a bright spot in quarantine
My senior year in college was supposed to be filled with laughter, fun moments with my friends, and self discovery as I approach the time when I am supposed to finalize my career. I have always been one with a plan, but it is safe to say the things I have experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic were certainly unexpected.
Commentary: The goodbyes may be virtual but the meaning is still the same
There was one thing that I looked forward to as my last semester at the University of La Verne had approached.