A group of University of La Verne faculty members from multiple departments have pushed for the expansion of current social justice courses and the creation of a social justice and solidarity studies department on campus.
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‘Twilight’ looks back to deliver emotional truth of racial injustice
The University of La Verne theater department staged a virtual play Sunday called “Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992,” telling the story and aftermath of the Rodney King trial and the civil unrest that ensued.
Ballot measure could restore voting rights to felons on parole
Voting rights could be restored to people on parole for felony convictions in California through a measure on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Professor supports students through tough transition
Thomas Allison, a new assistant professor of legal studies – and three-time University of La Verne alumnus – says his upbringing and his education have been the driving forces in all of his work and accomplishments.
Faculty Assembly postpones vote on ‘no confidence’ resolution for two months
The Faculty Assembly decided to table for two months a vote of “no confidence” in the University of La Verne administration, including President Devorah Lieberman and Provost Jonathan Reed.
Law faculty’s future unclear
Diane Klein, professor of law, gave an impromptu faculty lecture Tuesday in which she detailed the implications of the possible closure of the University of La Verne College of Law and the related faculty governance and tenure issues.
Baseball gets chewed up by the MIT Beavers
The La Verne baseball team took a heavy loss Sunday in their game against MIT, losing 9-3.Despite a strong winning streak in two doubleheaders against Bowdoin and Caltech, the Leopards were unable to finish out their spring break series with a win.
Alumni help kick off Homecoming
Alumni gathered at the University Oct. 5 for an alumni awards reception and other activities to kick off homecoming.
Team debates protests and pride in San Diego
The University of La Verne debate team participated in a two day tournament Oct. 7-8 at San Diego State University in the competition’s preliminary round.
Advocacy starts at the local level
Sign making, chanting and marching – these are the three basic signifiers of a protest, but on March 18, The March Against Hateful Borders used sign making, chanting and marching to promote community, advocacy and collaboration for local activism.