Jason Neidleman on health care, Coldplay
When Associate Professor of Political Science Jason Neidleman isn’t teaching he’s taking his daughter to preschool five minutes away from his house. At La Verne Neidleman teachs courses on political...
View ArticleHector Delgado talks race, gay marriage
Hector Delgado, associate professor of sociology, is an active member of the American Sociological Association. Delgado earned the bachelor of arts degree at Temple University, and the master’s of...
View ArticleDavis talks writing process, sabbatical
Sharon Davis teaches Sociology of Deviance, Juvenile Delinquency and Senior Thesis. Davis is also developing a class on the sociology of serial killers and mass murderers. She is chairwoman of the...
View ArticleJanis Dietz calls for student honor code
Janis Dietz, professor of business administration, began teaching at the University of La Verne 15 years ago. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island, master’s of...
View ArticleCook shines light on Palestinians
A proponent of social justice, William A. Cook, professor of English (in the University of La Verne’s Irene Carlson Gallery of Photography) regularly contributes to political media outlets such as...
View ArticleKent envisions a cultured America
Steven Kent’s influence on the theater spreads over several states and countries. He serves not only as the director of theater at the University of La Verne but also contributes to several different...
View ArticleAhmed Ispahani reflects on 40 years
Ahmed Ispahani, professor of business administration and economics, was recognized for 40 years as a faculty member at the University of La Verne. Ispahani, who earned his undergraduate degree in...
View ArticleRedman talks education, marriage
One of Peggy Redman’s greatest passions has been to prepare teachers to work with children in today’s world. Redman is an alumna of the University of La Verne, joined the staff in 1983 and served as...
View ArticleSean Dillon talks about his life’s work
Professor of Theater Arts Sean Dillon believes in a direct and truthful critique of his students work in class. Because of this honest approach and the many different class that he teaches, Dillon as...
View ArticlePaul Alvarez shares stories from Serbia
Paul Alvarez is the chairman of the Movement and Sports Science Department and has been teaching at La Verne since 1987. He explains that athletic training provides a variety of options for careers and...
View ArticleIssam Ghazzawi gives insight into economy
Professor Issam Ghazzawi has been teaching at La Verne for more than 10 years in the College of Business and Public Management. He keeps his schedule full as an adviser for the Muslim Student...
View ArticleMegan Granquist shares view on pure sport
Megan Granquist earned a bachelor’s degree from Pacific Lutheran University, a master’s from University of Oregon and a doctorate from University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Granquist, a Seattle...
View ArticleDaniel Loera favors a diverse student body
Daniel Loera, multicultural affairs director at the University of La Verne received his master’s degree at Mount St. Mary’s College. Loera spends time working with and mentoring many first generations...
View ArticleGary Colby shares story of photography
Demonstrating the wrong way to create a self-portrait with a view camera, Gary Colby, chairman of the photography department, finds himself on the other side of the lens for a change. Colby’s...
View ArticleGitty Amini inspired by ‘dinner table’ politics
On a bright Wednesday afternoon, Gitty Amini takes a moment from her busy day to relax in the sun on the University Mall. Amini, associate professor of political science, has several publications,...
View ArticleZandra Wagoner makes plans for chaplaincy
Taking a step in a new direction, Zandra Wagoner, assistant professor of religion, will begin her work in a re-imagined position as University Chaplain today. Wagoner is looking forward to this new...
View ArticleSculptor Keith Lord crafts his creative growth
This yet-to-be-named wood sculpture represents only one facet of the artistic media used by Keith Lord, professor of art. Lord’s mixed media pieces include the use of unusual household items, such as...
View ArticleMorgan reflects on the last 26 years
University of La Verne President Steve Morgan is retiring after serving the school since 1985. During Morgan’s 26-year tenure, the university’s assets grew from $27 million to more than $100 million...
View ArticleLieberman defines the ULV experience
Devorah Lieberman took office as La Verne’s 18th president on July 1, and the celebration of her inauguration will kick off Homecoming weekend. The ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. on Oct. 21 in the...
View ArticleJerome Garcia shares his La Verne journey
Associate Professor of Biology Jerome Garcia was the first of his family to earn a college degree when he graduated from La Verne in 1998. He went on to the University of Southern California for his...
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