University of La Verne

Longtime Higher Education Leader Joins Lumina Board

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pardis Mahdavi , president of the University of La Verne , a private, nonprofit Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Los Angeles area, has joined Lumina Foundation's Board of Directors , which concluded its spring meeting today.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pardis Mahdavi , president of the University of La Verne , a private, nonprofit Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Los Angeles area, has joined Lumina Foundation's Board of Directors , which concluded its spring meeting today.
  • "Pardis' background and unwavering dedication to education will invigorate our efforts to create opportunity for today's college students," said Jamie Merisotis, Lumina's president and CEO.
  • "Her experiences position her to contribute fresh perspectives that align with our shared commitment to democracy, diversity, and service."
  • Mahdavi joins Teresa Lubbers , president of Sagamore Institute and former leader of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, as a new member of Lumina's board, serving a four-year term.

Indiana Education Policy Leader Joins Lumina Board

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teresa Lubbers, a leader in higher education policy and former commissioner of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education , has joined Lumina Foundation's Board of Directors , which concluded its spring meeting today.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teresa Lubbers, a leader in higher education policy and former commissioner of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education , has joined Lumina Foundation's Board of Directors , which concluded its spring meeting today.
  • Before joining the Indianapolis-based think tank, she was Indiana's commissioner for higher education from 2009 to 2022.
  • She is also a past chair of the State Higher Education Executive Officers, the Midwestern Higher Education Compact.
  • Lubbers joins Pardis Mahdavi , president of the University of La Verne in California, as a new board member serving a four-year term.

Ellucian's 2024 Impact Awards Celebrate Innovation and Commitment to Elevating the Student Experience

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

SAN ANTONIO and RESTON, Va., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, announced the winners of its sixth annual Impact Awards at Ellucian Live, the industry's premier technology conference. The Ellucian Impact Awards recognize leaders who leverage Ellucian's innovative technology solutions to achieve better outcomes for students and their institutions.

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  • The Ellucian Impact Awards recognize leaders who leverage Ellucian's innovative technology solutions to achieve better outcomes for students and their institutions.
  • "The Ellucian Impact Awards celebrate the changemakers who have demonstrated the most innovative use of technology to elevate the student experience and deliver broad administrative benefit for their institutions," said Laura Ipsen, President and CEO, Ellucian.
  • "We are honored to award and recognize each of these winning institutions as role models for the entire Ellucian community."
  • This year, Ellucian Impact Award winning institutions will each receive a $25,000 award recognizing achievements at their institutions across four main categories: Student Success, Innovation, Transformative Leadership, and Empowering Staff.

U.S. News & World Report Ranks University of La Verne Again for Best Graduate Programs

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne's education and public administration graduate programs are recognized again as the best in the nation, according to the U.S. News & World Report's 2024 edition of Best Graduate Schools. The university has been consistently ranked in Best Education School and Best Public Affairs Programs listings.

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  • University of La Verne remains a top university in 2024 as education and MPA programs have been listed among the best in the nation, according to the U.S. News & World Report.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne's education and public administration graduate programs are recognized again as the best in the nation, according to the U.S. News & World Report's 2024 edition of Best Graduate Schools.
  • The university has been consistently ranked in Best Education School and Best Public Affairs Programs listings.
  • This year, the university was one of only seven private California universities on the Best Education School list of 255 institutions nationwide.

Westinghouse Announces Executive Management Appointments

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Monday, April 1, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401801853/en/
    Ron Timperio is appointed Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Global Operations Services
    Adam Silverstein is appointed Executive Vice President, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety
    “Strong execution across our global operations coupled with the highest standards of safety and quality is critical for both our day-to-day and long-term success,” said Patrick Fragman, Westinghouse President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “Ron is a seasoned executive who brings to Westinghouse an unrelenting focus on performance and delivery through diverse, cross-functional experience across global industries.
  • He has 30 years of experience in manufacturing operations; supply chain management; environmental, health and safety; and quality control.
  • Adam Silverstein appointed Executive Vice President, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety
    Mr. Silverstein will lead Westinghouse’s nuclear safety, industrial safety and quality assurance programs.

Polar King Mobile Appoints Danny Gaviria as National Sales Manager

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Polar King Mobile (PKM), North America’s first provider of affordable refrigerated and freezer trailers, announces the appointment of Danny Gaviria as national sales manager.

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  • Polar King Mobile (PKM), North America’s first provider of affordable refrigerated and freezer trailers, announces the appointment of Danny Gaviria as national sales manager.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240219069891/en/
    Danny Gaviria has been appointed as the national sales manager for Polar King Mobile.
  • Alongside his position at Polar King Mobile, Gaviria will maintain his responsibilities as a business professor at the University of La Verne.
  • To learn more about Polar King Mobile, visit polarkingmobile.com or call (866) 536-1266.

New Education Partnership Benefits California Community College Workforce

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne and the California Community Colleges Classified Senate (4CS) are partnering to create new educational pathways for the significant workforce supporting student success at the 116 community colleges throughout California. This new partnership gives more than 27,000 California community college classified professionals options to pursue a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree from the University of La Verne, providing opportunities to gain new skills and knowledge, advance careers, and boost social and economic mobility.

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  • A new University of La Verne and California Community Colleges Classified Senate partnership increases access to postsecondary degree options for those playing a key role in the success of community college students.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne and the California Community Colleges Classified Senate (4CS) are partnering to create new educational pathways for the significant workforce supporting student success at the 116 community colleges throughout California.
  • Under this partnership, the University of La Verne will provide affordable, accessible quality education to all community college classified employees, their spouses or registered domestic partners.
  • The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, serving 1.4 million students per year.

University of La Verne Top in U.S. News & World Report Online Program Rankings

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is the second highest California university ranked and among the top colleges and universities in the nation in the latest U.S. News & World Report online bachelor's in business rankings released today. For 2024, the university held rankings in the following three categories:

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  • University of La Verne's longstanding online programs, especially MBA and business, continue to be recognized in the latest U.S. News & World Report national rankings released today.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is the second highest California university ranked and among the top colleges and universities in the nation in the latest U.S. News & World Report online bachelor's in business rankings released today.
  • For 2024, the university held rankings in the following three categories:
    "In the ever-evolving landscape of business and online learning, our university stands ready and prepared to educate all of our learners," University of La Verne President Pardis Mahdavi said.
  • University of La Verne online programs currently offered include nine undergraduate degree completion programs, eight graduate professional degree programs, two credential programs, and one teacher certificate program.

University of La Verne, AASA Announce New Partnership to Bolster Educational Leadership Opportunities for K-12 School District Leaders

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif. and ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an effort to support our nation's school district leadership, Southern California-based University of La Verne and AASA, The School Superintendents Association are partnering to create new pathways of skill-building, networking and collaborations. Additionally, the historic La Verne campus will serve as the premier West Coast location for AASA-affiliated professional development and organizational meetings.

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  • LA VERNE, Calif. and ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an effort to support our nation's school district leadership, Southern California-based University of La Verne and AASA, The School Superintendents Association are partnering to create new pathways of skill-building, networking and collaborations.
  • "The University of La Verne LaFetra College of Education and AASA share a mission to support and develop effective school system leaders and advocates for equity and access in education," said University of La Verne President Pardis Mahdavi.
  • "The University of La Verne LaFetra College of Education and AASA share a mission to support and develop effective school system leaders and advocates for equity and access in education," said University of La Verne President Pardis Mahdavi.
  • "We are excited to enhance AASA's Leadership Network through this one-of-a-kind partnership with the University of La Verne.

MPA Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary at College of Law and Public Service

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year. The program has become a beacon of excellence in public administration education across Southern California and beyond.

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  • The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year.
  • Over the years, the MPA program has produced skilled professionals who have made significant contributions to the public sector.
  • "The public administration program allows us to be a part of a broader national perspective on governance and networking across communities," College of Law and Public Service Associate Dean Suzanne Beaumaster said.