News and Information

Dr. Jonathan Reed lectures in Helsinki

Dr. Jonathan L. Reed, Interim Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Religion, presented two lectures at the University of Helsinki as part of a conference on "Archaeology and the Study of Christian Origins and Early Judaism." His focus was on social-historical and demographic aspects of ancient Galilee, with one lecture on malaria, internal migration, and economics, and the other on the extent of the region’s Romanization.

Dr. Ngoc Bui presents on research and diversity

In addition to presenting at the 90th Annual Western Psychological Association Convention in Cancun, Dr. Ngoc Bui, Associate Professor of Psychology, presented “Diversity in the Field: What To Do After Graduate School” at the 2nd Annual Cross Cultural Conference of the California Psychological Association of Graduate Students (CPAGS) in February and will present “The Value [...]

Marc Malin Captures Elements of Electromagnetic Universe in “Phenomenal Consciousness” Exhibit at Carlson Gallery

Marc Malin's solo exhibition "Phenomenal Consciousness" at the Irene Carlson Gallery offers images that allow the viewer to share the experience Malin had while taking the shots. The exhibit, which runs through April 9, is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and by special appointment.

Psychology Faculty present at Western Psychological Association

Dr. Ngoc Bui, Associate Professor of Psychology, Dr. Aghop Der-Karabetian, Associate Vice President for University Assessment and Professor of Psychology, Dr. Glenn Gamst, Professor of Psychology, Dr. Patricia J. Long, Professor of Psychology, and sixteen of their students will present at the 90th Annual Western Psychological Association Convention in April.

Drs. Dietz and Olson present at Lilly Conference

Dr. Janis Dietz, Professor of Business Administration, and Dr. Deborah Olson, Assistant Professor of Management and Leadership, presented three papers at the 2010 Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching-West earlier this month.

Upcoming Events

Spring Term begins

(Regional Campuses and Centers for Educators - Monday, March 22, 2010)

Dr. Cleveland Hayes

(Presidents Dining Room - Monday, March 22, 2010 at 12:00pm) Lecture: “‘Why I teach’: One mid-20th century Mississippian Educator’s Pedagogical Perspectives and Practices.” All are invited. Free admission.

Alpha Chi Honor Society Induction

(Presidents Dining Room - Monday, March 22, 2010 at 7:30pm) Alpha Chi Honor Society inducts students in the top 10% of the junior and senior classes as well as master's degree students in the top 10%

CAB: The Perfect Pair (Comedy Duo)

(Campus Center Ballroom - Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 10:00pm) Fun and laughs! Free snacks and drinks! All are welcome for a hilarious night.

Information Session

(Allan Hancock College, Student Center, #G106B - Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 6:00pm) Learn how you can earn your La Verne bachelor's degree or MBA through Allan Hancock College. RSVP at:

CAB: Choc-o-holic (Fondue Night)

(Sneaky Park - Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 10:00pm) Who needs a reason to eat chocolate? Mmmmm.....Chocoloate fondue and dessert gathering. Free!

Don’t Slurp Your Soup!” Professional Etiquette Dinner

(Campus Center, 3rd floor - Thursday, March 25, 2010) $10/students and alumni (fee is refunded upon attendance); RSVP to Career Services by Mon, March 22.