Diversity


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Six Ways to Celebrate Women鈥檚 History Month in March

From uplifting women鈥檚 voices to self-care, here are six ways to recognize the University of La Verne鈥檚 impressive community of women and individuals who support and uplift women’s stories.


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In The News: December Media Mentions

Check out the latest University of La Verne media coverage and mentions showcasing our community and other notable features from the month of December.


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Convocation Ceremony Rings In New Academic Year

Students, faculty, and staff gathered outside the Sports Science and Athletics Pavilion (SSAP) on Wednesday, August 23 to celebrate the beginning of the fall semester together at Convocation. This is the first time University of La Verne President Pardis Mahdavi addressed the community at-large.聽


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New Living and Learning Communities Enhance Students鈥 Belonging

As a new housing feature this year, the Center for Multicultural Services has implemented the Black and Latinx Living and Learning Communities on campus to encourage inclusivity and community聽building for new and continuing students of color.


Sage Gathering Ceremony Honors Traditional Native Heritage

Around two times a year, between the spring and fall months, Tribal Elder Trevor Thomsen leads students, faculty, staff, and interested community members through a sage gathering and blessing experience where guests may leave with their own bundle of sage and a renewed understanding of the medicinal plant.