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.
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Musicians find their rhythm in lockdown
During these surreal times, musical artists around the world have had to adapt to the challenging circumstances of their daily lives being turned upside down.
Athletes stay connected through online workouts
Student athletes at the University of La Verne have been partaking in different ways to remain fit and active, as well as staying connected with fellow teammates and coaching staff, with the campus shutdown for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health care workers across the globe on the frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus has impacted our lives all around the world, but none more than the healthcare workers on the front line that are keeping the world as safe as it can be.

Photography professor’s positivity and creativity inspire students
At a point in time when inspiration and motivation are in high demand, Shannon Benine, associate professor of photography’s expertise in inspiring and telling stories through imagery during times of crisis is, well, inspirational.
International students face housing challenges, upheaval amid campus closure
For the past several weeks, everyday life for University of La Verne students has been a whirlwind of emotion and uncertainty. For international students in particular, the need to make a fast decision to either stay on a mostly deserted campus or move back home was one they never thought they would encounter.

Leopards win big at Convergence Tournament
The women’s water polo team co-hosted the 2020 Convergence Tournament last weekend, where they gathered momentum throughout to end with a 3-1 record.
Golfers tee off in SCIAC competition
The men’s golf team started its conference season off last weekend with a middle of the pack finish at the first two rounds of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference at Tukwet Canyon Champions Course in Beaumont.

Golfers off to sluggish start in SCIAC
The women’s golf team remains upbeat despite a bottom-table finish at the first Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Tournament, posting a team score of 764 at the challenging Via Verde Country Club last weekend.
La Verne tees off against Sagehens
The women’s golf team started their spring season losing to Pomona-Pitzer 380-335 last Friday at Via Verde Country Club.