University of La VerneStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in La Verne, CA. Operating on a semester system.

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Liberal Arts College

Institution Type

5

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for University of La Verne

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
13
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Fall Session I 2026
  2. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall Session II 2026
  4. Spring Session I 2027
  5. Spring Semester 2026-27 Full SemesterSpring Semester 2027
  6. Spring Session II 2027
  7. Summer Session I 2027
  8. Summer Full Term 2027Summer Term 2026-27 Full Term
  9. Summer Session II 2027

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Campus language

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13 terms

A

ASULV
Associated Students of the University of La Verne, the undergraduate student government body.

B

Barbara's
Barbara's Place, a retail dining location offering made-to-order grill items and snacks.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student organization responsible for planning major campus events and entertainment.
Citrus
Citrus Hall, one of the newer residence halls on campus.

F

Flex
Flex Dollars, the declining balance currency included in meal plans for use at campus dining locations.

K

KULV
The university's student-run radio station.

L

Leos
Short for Leopards, the university's mascot, used to refer to the student body and athletic teams.
LVTV
La Verne Community Television, the university's student-run television station.

S

Stu-Han
Studebaker-Hanawalt Hall, a traditional-style residence hall often housing first-year students.

T

The Oaks
The Oaks Residence Hall, a complex consisting of six small residential buildings.
The Rock
A large, frequently repainted rock on campus used by student organizations to advertise events and show school spirit.
The Spot
The Spot Dining Hall, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining facility located in the Abraham Campus Center.

V

Vista
Vista La Verne, an apartment-style residence hall typically for upperclassmen.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
barbara_s_place
Barbara's Place
E-Leos
The university's official electronic notification system for campus news and emergency alerts.
Founders
Founders Hall, the university's historic main building housing administrative offices and classrooms.
La Verne Portal
The single sign-on gateway used to access university email, Blackboard, and other digital services.
LeoID
The official university identification card required for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Miller
Miller Hall, an academic building housing various departments and the university's art gallery.
MyLaVerne
The web-based student information system used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
The ACC
The Abraham Campus Center, the central hub for student services, dining, and activities.
the_spot
The Spot
Wilson
Wilson Library, the main academic library on campus.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in La Verne for University of La Verne Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in La Verne.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,315

Cost of Living Index

150

Student Population

7,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

45

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

64°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot S

surface_lot • High

Remote shuttle lot; parking is free with no permit required.

Parking Structure (D Street)

garage

Located at 2021 D Street.

Campus News

Latest updates from University of La Verne

Justice and Immigration Clinic offers pro bono services to community

The Justice and Immigration Clinic at the College of Law continues its nearly two-decade tradition of offering legal services.

Oct 30, 2026

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Know Your Rights Workshop highlights resources

University of La Verne hosted a workshop at Hanawalt House to educate students on immigration resources.

Oct 30, 2026

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New professor brings broad perspective on technology

Assistant Professor Katie Brodhead joined the IT department this fall to inspire students in the rapidly changing tech field.

Oct 30, 2026

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Campus evacuated and classes moved online following a lithium battery fire at the nearby Metropolitan Water District on Oct 27, 2026.

Campus evacuated and classes moved online following a lithium battery fire at the nearby Metropolitan Water District on Oct 27, 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of La Verne

Golf Alumni Match

November 13, 2026

Red Hill Country Club

A match for ULV men's and women's golf alumni featuring 18 holes of golf, food, and drinks.

La Verne Historical Society - Vintage Sale & Home Tour

November 14, 2026

To Be Determined

Vintage sale and home tour hosted by the La Verne Historical Society.

Inauguration: President Risa E. Dickson, PhD

November 19, 2026

1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA

Celebration of the inauguration of Risa Dickson, PhD, as the 21st president of the University of La Verne during its 135th anniversary year.

Route 66 Centennial Car Show

November 21, 2026

Mainiero Square

Car show celebrating the Route 66 Centennial.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of La Verne

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Citrus Residence Hall

Capacity: 396

Room types: single, double, triple

Oaks Hall

Capacity: 250

Room types: single, double

Studebaker-Hanawalt Hall

Capacity: 120

Room types: not specified

The Oaks

Capacity: 250

Room types: Double, Triple, Limited super single

Vista La Verne

Capacity: 378

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@laverne.edu

Official Website

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