Raised in a digital-first world, Generation Z is coming of age amid such social and global challenges as climate change, systemic racism, and political polarization. These ongoing challenges have shaped many of the generation’s core values, which include, in general, a commitment to social justice causes such as racial equality, LGBTQ+ rights and environmental sustainability.
Michele Assael-Shafia, assistant professor of law at the University of La Verne, spoke April 17 in the Ludwick Center Sacred Space, closing out the University’s “What Matters to Me and Why” speaker series for semester with a powerful message.
When asked if they’d shop online or in person this holiday season, 12 out of 20 University of La Verne students said they’d do a hybrid of the two, five said they’d shop in person only, and three said they’d do it all online.
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.
To do our part in contributing to these positive changes, we have compiled a wish list to inform Mahdavi about some of the changes and improvements we believe are most important.