University of La Verne

University of La Verne and NEW Community Investments Partner to Launch the Randall Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

One of the key visionaries involved in developing the center is Quentin Strode, President, and CEO of NEW Community Investments.

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  • One of the key visionaries involved in developing the center is Quentin Strode, President, and CEO of NEW Community Investments.
  • As a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the University of La Verne serves a highly diverse student body numbering over 7,000.
  • "At the University of La Verne, we are always looking to the future," said university president Devorah Lieberman.
  • To view the backgrounder document describing the Randall Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact please click here:
    Individuals interested in applying for the inaugural class of the new Center can apply by clicking here .

ReShape Lifesciences™ Appoints Al Diaz as Vice President of Operations and Research and Development

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Aug. 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ReShape Lifesciences Inc. (NASDAQ:RSLS), the premier physician-led weight loss solutions company, today announced the appointment of Al Diaz as Vice President of Operations and Research and Development.

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  • SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Aug. 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ReShape Lifesciences Inc. (NASDAQ:RSLS), the premier physician-led weight loss solutions company, today announced the appointment of Al Diaz as Vice President of Operations and Research and Development.
  • Mr. Diaz will be responsible for overseeing the companys manufacturing operations and research and development efforts.
  • The Companys broad portfolio of products and services presents a significant opportunity for success, and I look forward to leveraging my experience and skills to enhance operations within the organization, said Al Diaz, Vice President of Operations and Research and Development at ReShape Lifesciences.
  • Al will be an essential part of the ongoing success for ReShapes expansion and evolution, commented Bart Bandy, President and Chief Executive Officer at ReShape Lifesciences.

State Employees’ Credit Union Board of Directors Announces New President and CEO

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Monday, August 16, 2021

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of State Employees Credit Union (SECU) announced today that Jim Hayes has been selected to succeed Mike Lord as President and CEO of the $50 billion credit union.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of State Employees Credit Union (SECU) announced today that Jim Hayes has been selected to succeed Mike Lord as President and CEO of the $50 billion credit union.
  • Hayes is the current President and CEO of Andrews Federal Credit Union (AFCU) based in Suitland, Maryland.
  • We are impressed by his knowledge of the industry and vision for the future, and we welcome Jim as the next President and CEO of State Employees Credit Union.
  • He held management positions at Western Corporate Federal Credit Union and was a Capital Markets Specialist and Corporate Examiner for the National Credit Union Administration.

University of La Verne Appoints New Dean for the College of Business and Public Management

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

LA VERNE, Calif., July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has appointed Emmeline de Pillis as the new dean of the College of Business and Public Management (CBPM).

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  • LA VERNE, Calif., July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has appointed Emmeline de Pillis as the new dean of the College of Business and Public Management (CBPM).
  • "The University of La Verne is remarkable for its combination of academic excellence, inclusivity, and social mobility," said de Pillis.
  • Currently, de Pillis is interim dean of the College of Business and Economics at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo.
  • The university serves approximately 7,000 students on the historic La Verne central campus as well as across regional campuses and online.

University of La Verne Plans New College of Health and Well-Being

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

b'LA VERNE, Calif., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Plans are now underway to organize a College of Health and Community Well-Being as the fifth college of the University of La Verne.

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  • b'LA VERNE, Calif., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Plans are now underway to organize a College of Health and Community Well-Being as the fifth college of the University of La Verne.
  • "\nThe university\'s existing health-related programs will move into the new college, and proposed allied health programs will begin as early as 2022.
  • "Students at the University of La Verne are from this region.
  • The university serves nearly 7,000 students on the La Verne central campus and across regional campuses and online.\n'

University of La Verne Will Open New Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact with Gift from Randall Lewis

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

b'LA VERNE, Calif., April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has received a gift of $2 million from prominent real estate executive and philanthropist Randall Lewis.

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  • b'LA VERNE, Calif., April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has received a gift of $2 million from prominent real estate executive and philanthropist Randall Lewis.
  • The gift will establish the Randall Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact.
  • The nonprofit venture will focus on increasing the economic power and impact of University of La Verne students, alumni, regional businesses, not-for-profits, and community organizations.
  • The Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research opened in 2019 on the La Verne campus.

University of La Verne Welcomes Karop Janoyan as New Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

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Thursday, February 11, 2021

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne announced today that it has selected Kerop Janoyan, PhD, as its next provost and vice president for academic affairs.

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  • LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne announced today that it has selected Kerop Janoyan, PhD, as its next provost and vice president for academic affairs.
  • As provost and vice president for academic affairs, Janoyan will oversee key areas of the university, including academic affairs, student affairs, the library, online programs, the nine regional campuses, campus health and safety, athletics, housing, institutional research, and the office of the registrar.
  • He replaces Jonathan Reed, who is returning to the faculty after six years as provost and vice president for academic affairs.
  • The university serves approximately 7,000 students on the historic La Verne central campus as well as across nine regional campuses and online.

University of La Verne Completes Historic $125 Million Fundraising Campaign

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Monday, September 14, 2020

LA VERNE, Calif., Sept. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has completed the largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in its history, raising more than $125 million to support key university initiatives.

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  • LA VERNE, Calif., Sept. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The University of La Verne has completed the largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in its history, raising more than $125 million to support key university initiatives.
  • Create the Future: The Campaign for the University of La Verne surpassed its goal a full year ahead of schedule and amid the unprecedented challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
  • "I am truly humbled by the deep commitment and generosity of our thousands of campaign donors who made this extraordinary achievement possible," University of La Verne President Devorah Lieberman said.
  • The university serves about 8,000 students on the historic La Verne location as well as across nine regional campuses and online.

$49.7 Million Apartment Building in La Verne Sold by The Mogharebi Group

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

The Mogharebi Group, (TMG) has completed the sale of Amber Ridge, a 147-unit community that is located on the historic Route 66 in La Verne, CA.

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  • The Mogharebi Group, (TMG) has completed the sale of Amber Ridge, a 147-unit community that is located on the historic Route 66 in La Verne, CA.
  • Amber Ridge is located near University of La Verne and the prestigious Claremont Colleges, a top ranked regional college in the U.S.
  • Alex Mogharebi and Otto Ozen of The Mogharebi Group represented the seller, a private investment group based in Southern California.
  • About The Mogharebi Group (TMG): The Mogharebi Group is a brokerage firm specializing in the multifamily property sector throughout California.

University of La Verne President Devorah Lieberman to Serve on Statewide Reopening Task Force

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

LA VERNE, Calif., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --University of La Verne President Devorah Lieberman is among 15 higher education leaders who are serving on a task force that is providing guidance to colleges and universities for safely returning to on-campus operations as restrictions ease around the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • LA VERNE, Calif., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --University of La Verne President Devorah Lieberman is among 15 higher education leaders who are serving on a task force that is providing guidance to colleges and universities for safely returning to on-campus operations as restrictions ease around the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The Restart Higher Education Planning Task Force is assembled by the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) and includes representatives from California's private, independent, not-for-profit higher education sector.
  • The University of La Verne is planning to bring back on-campus instruction in the fall while making contingency plans for full online teaching or a combination of both.
  • The university serves more than 8,100 students on the historic La Verne location as well as across nine regional campuses and online.