During a recent seminar presented by writer, philosopher and La Verne alumnus Jon Hall, titled “Toward World Understanding: The Awakening of Gladdys Muir,” students were given a glimpse into the life of Gladdys Muir, a former La Verne professor who was a prominent figure in the Brethren movement and a peacemaker in society.
Eight University of La Verne students, accompanied by Richard Gelm, chairman of the political science department, traveled to New York during spring break to attend the five-day national Model United Nations conference.
Four University of La Verne students traveled to North Manchester, Ind., to take part in a three-day conference, titled "Organizing for Peace." It was a gathering for people who wanted to respond actively and nonviolently to the current war on terrorism.