Campus Times • 10th May 2024

Flo Rida rocks the Fox Theater for annual Lavernapalooza

As another stressful spring semester draws to a close, students went wild at the annual Lavernapalooza concert with headliner artist Flo Rida, DJ Screwloose, openers Kid Ink and Oya Baby on May 2 at the Fox Theater in Pomona.

The end of the year concert was hosted by the Associated Students of University of La Verne and the Campus Activities Board. Flo Rida was announced as the headliner via Instagram at the Lavernapalooza launch party 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 1 at Citrus Lawn, while Kid Ink

Campus Times • 3rd May 2024

La Verne pours it up at Wine Walk

La Verne hosted its 10th annual La Verne Wine Walk on Saturday. Residents enjoyed rich pours of red and white wines, as well as delicious foods from more than 30 local businesses in downtown La Verne.

Guests were given a commemorative wine glass, 12 wine pours and unlimited tastings from the various food vendors collaborating with Old Town’s small businesses. The city came alive with live music from eight different cover brands throughout the wine walk.

Tickets cost $65, but to encourage safe

Campus Times • 8th March 2024

Looking for a great donut? Here’s our hole-hearted recommendation

There are many sweet and hidden donut stores near La Verne that hit the spot when searching for that much needed “sweet treat.” No time has to be wasted scrolling through Yelp and delaying driving to one of these delicious spots, we ranked and reviewed them for you. Here are our honest reviews of four donut shops near La Verne based on price, hours, taste and atmosphere.

Although we did not stop there, we have to mention a local hot spot – Miss Donuts and Bagel, located at 2082 Bonita Ave. and

Campus Times • 1st March 2024

Spanish diplomat discusses United Nations

Juan Carlos Sánchez Alonso, senior Spanish diplomat and Consul General of Spain, presented his Hot Spots Lecture “The European Union: Results of the Spanish Presidency” Wednesday to roughly 35 University of La Verne students, staff and faculty in the La Fetra Auditorium.

Julio Minoves-Triquell, associate director of the International Studies Institute and associate professor of political science, opened the lecture by listing off Alonso’s previous diplomatic roles.

Alonso served as Ambassador

Campus Times • 1st March 2024

Students anticipate spring fashion

Spring is just around the corner, with March 19 marking the first day of the season, and with it, is spring fashion. This year’s spring styles will recycle looks from previous years, taking inspiration from various decades of fashion.

According to the Glamour story this month titled “These Are the 2024 Fashion Trends You Should Know (and Shop) Now,” the top fashion trends to look for this spring are bows, sequin, rosettes, colors, sheer layering and kitten heels.

Bows took over last year, from

Campus Times • 23rd February 2024

Interim provost brings perspective

Risa Dickson, who took the helm as interim provost for the University last month, has already rolled up her sleeves and started to get things done.

“I’m so thrilled to be here,” Dickson said. “There’s so much opportunity in this community and a lot of great people working at (La Verne).”

Dickson was given specific goals upon starting. At the top of her list is working toward the University’s goals and recommendations per the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, or WASC, the University

Campus Times • 8th December 2023

Holiday foods carry on family traditions

The holidays are a time of tradition and coming together to celebrate. One of the most universal holiday traditions involves the foods families share for their Hanukkah or Christmas celebrations.

This year, Hanukkah began at sundown Thursday and ends with nightfall on Dec. 15. Jake Huberman, assistant professor of digital media at the University of La Verne, is Jewish and eats the traditional Hanukkah dishes – latkes, a type of potato pancake, and sufganiyah, a round jelly donut – eaten by thos

Campus Times • 17th November 2023

Most La Verne students plan to sit out Black Friday madness

Black Friday, Nov. 24, is just around the corner. For consumers, the unofficial holiday is an opportunity to get ahead on their holiday shopping and take advantage of cheap priced items that would otherwise be expensive.

However, Black Friday is no longer limited to a one day sale, as companies such as Target, Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy start their deals in early November or a few days before Black Friday. These companies also preview their deals beforehand to give shoppers time to prepare.

Campus Times • 27th October 2023

First Person Experience: Halloween Horror Nights is a scary good time

Spooky season is in full effect and with it, is Universal Studios Hollywood’s highly anticipated Halloween Horror Nights.

I pride myself on being an expert on all things horror since I have been watching movies of the genre since I was four years old. To say I am a lover of the scary culture would be an understatement. Coming from a horror movie buff, this year’s maze lineup was the best one I have seen out of the three years I have gone to Halloween Horror Nights.

Horror lovers have been spoi

Campus Times • 13th October 2023

Movie Review: 'The Exorcist: Believer' is an unnecessary sequel

“The Exorcist: Believer” was released in theaters last Friday. As a fan of “The Exorcist” and horror movie buff, I had high hopes for the sequel, especially since it had been 50 years in the making.

The original horror film focused on the possession of 12-year-old Regan McNeil, played by Linda Blair, and her mother, played by Ellen Burstyn, attempting to save her daughter from the demon Pazuzu. Her attempts led her to find Father Lankester Merrin, played by Max von Sydow, and Father Damien Karr

Campus Times • 29th September 2023

Lecture puts climate change in context

Former Minister of Environment of Morocco and climate change activist Hakima El Haité presented “Climate Change and International relations” for the 2023 Benzair Bhutto and Ahmed Ispahani International Lecture Wednesday in Morgan Auditorium.

Julio Minoves-Triquell, associate director of the International Studies Institute and associate professor of political science, opened the lecture by listing El Haité’s accomplishments.

She holds two Ph.D.s, in environmental studies and environmental engin

Campus Times • 29th September 2023

Sage ceremony symbolizes rebirth and growth

In honor of California Native American Day, the University held a Sage Gathering and Blessing ceremony last Friday in front of the Ludwick Center.

“California Native American Day is an important day for us as native people to bring us together and to remember our elders, to remember who we are now and to remember where we need to be,” said Trevor Thomson, Karuk tribe member, who led the blessing.

The ceremony began at 10 a.m. with Thomson leading participants in “The Star Child Song,” passed d

Campus Times • 8th September 2023

President Mahdavi reflects on the importance of being present

The University’s new President Pardis Mahdavi was the first speaker in a series of monthly talks titled “What Matters Most to Me and Why” Aug. 31 in the Ludwick Center Sacred Space.

The series is sponsored by the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, Office of Black Services and the Center for Multicultural Services.

“I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous,” Mahdavi said. “But then my daughter reminded me of something I tell her often, ‘The nice thing about going first is no one knows (you’r

Campus Times • 8th September 2023

Commentary: I have never been to a concert, and here’s why

The Los Angeles area was overflowing with concerts this summer. As a Los Angeles resident, I was ready to go into the online waiting queues for tickets, no matter how many hours it took, since there were so many artists I loved coming to town.

Then, I saw the prices and had no choice but to shut my laptop in dismay and tell myself, “There’s always next summer.”

I have not been listening to country singer Morgan Wallen for long, but when I saw that he was performing in San Diego July 14 and 15

Campus Times • 19th May 2023

Haunt Super Show brings scary fun to the Fair

The Los Angeles County Fair made its annual return, as did the Haunt Super Show for its third year at the Fair in Expo Hall 9, along with its dozens of Halloween and horror-themed vendors. Catering to horror fans’ desire for everything related to the movie genre, the Haunt Super Show had guests swarming to their freaky fun displays.

Luna’s Sweets & Treats is a bakery specializing in custom desserts, all with a horrific twist.

Irene Correa, owner of Luna’s Sweets & Treats, worked as a chef for

Campus Times • 12th May 2023

Fair serves fried, frozen, fun food

The Los Angeles County Fair is back in full swing, which means so are the deep fried foods and other mouth-watering treats. Some are worth it, while some can be skipped over. Before guests break their wallets at the fair, here is an honest review of the foods we tried.

The Australian Battered Potatoes have been a fan-favorite at local county fairs across the U.S. for 29 years, and it was no different at the L.A. County Fair. The specialities at this booth featured a variety of battered and deep

Campus Times • 5th May 2023

Festival fashion becomes creative and fun

With Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2023 having kicked off the festival season, people can expect to see unique and new fashion trends. Each festival season brings a trend that becomes all the rage. Some may recycle an old trend while adding a modern twist.

One thing is for certain – there is no set look when it comes to festival fashion, allowing guests to express themselves freely in whatever manner they choose.

Hector Lomeli, junior criminology major, and Frances Jones, junior bus

Campus Times • 28th April 2023

Movie Review: 'Evil Dead Rise' is the movie horror fans have been waiting for

“Evil Dead Rise” was released on April 21, 10 years after the “Evil Dead” remake, released in 2013, and the fifth installment in the movie franchise.

If you have been on your phone for the past two months, then you have seen a teaser for “Evil Dead Rise” that captures its twisted humor perfectly. The movie was so heavily advertised on every online platform that it became inescapable.

The “Evil Dead” movie series is known for its intense gore and comedic undertones through the outlandish line d

Campus Times • 21st April 2023

A student guide to the best jean styles

Denim jeans are a fashion piece that seems to never get old. Providing a sense of versatility, jeans can be worn no matter the fashion sense. They can be dressed down for a casual hangout by pairing them with a cute top and a comfortable pair of sneakers, or can be worn in a business meeting with a blazer for a more professional look.

The style of jeans is an evolving one, but one thing is for sure, people want jeans to fit in a flattering yet comfortable way. This piece of clothing now has an

Campus Times • 21st April 2023

Commentary: Disney remakes need the magic from the classics

On April 3, Disney Studios announced via Instagram that a live-action reimagining of “Moana” is in the works.

When I first saw this announcement, I was confused since the previous live-action remakes of Disney have consisted of the 1950s to 1960s classics, dubbed the Silver Age, and the 1990s box office hits. “Moana” was just released recently, in 2016. It was a box office hit, grossing roughly $643 million worldwide, but why remake it so soon?

After formulating a timeline, I realized I was 14

Campus Times • 24th March 2023

Social media app encourages users to BeReal

In the age of social media, Generation Z has dealt with the pressure of posting picture-perfect content and of receiving as many likes, comments and views as possible. It can be tiresome to maintain a flawless yet engaging persona online. One app has attempted to erase the stigmas surrounding social media apps by having their users post content in real-time.

BeReal is a French social media platform created in 2020, it gained popularity early to mid-2022 and has since gained a 4.8 out of five st

Campus Times • 17th March 2023

Television Review: Second half of new season of 'You' redeems itself

The second half of season four of Netflix’s hit series “You” was released on March 9. While the first half did not live up to my personal expectations, the second half went above and beyond for one simple reason; it finally showed us who the real monster of the show was.

The series follows a stalker named Joe Goldberg as the protagonist and picks up right where the first half left off. Goldberg must take down this season’s villain, Rhys Montrose, a British author and London mayoral candidate wh

Campus Times • 10th March 2023

Feline lovers unite at the Cat Extravaganza event

The Pomona Cat Extravaganza and Adoption Event, hosted by Loving Cats Worldwide, was the perfect opportunity for cat lovers to not only adopt but also learn about different cat breeds, buy accessories for their pets, and support the local rescues that were there. The Cat Extravaganza was at the Fairplex in Pomona on Saturday and Sunday.

Guests were greeted at the door with cat-ear headbands provided by Loving Cats Worldwide and two different backdrops for taking pictures.

The main events were

Campus Times • 24th February 2023

ULV students are not happy with Netflix’s new password policy

Netflix, one of the most popular streaming services, is ready to bring down the hammer on sharing passwords.

In a letter to Netflix shareholders, the streaming service giant said it expects to launch a paid account feature sharing more broadly this year.

In 2017, Netflix tweeted, “Love is sharing a password.” It seems that the company no longer has that mindset.

In March 2022, Netflix began testing two new features. One allowed members to add a sub-account for people living outside their hous

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Chino 3 TV • 21st December 2023

Chino Youth Christmas Parade & Fair Behind the Scenes

🎄 Step behind the scenes with us as we unveil the magic of the Chino Youth Christmas Parade and Fair 2023! 🎉

In this exclusive behind-the-scenes video, we take you on a captivating journey through the heart of our beloved community event. From the early morning preparations to the final moments of the fair, witness the dedication, creativity, and festive spirit that goes into bringing this annual celebration to life.

La Verne Community Television • 25th October 2023

Taste of La Verne 2023

Join LVTV-3 reporter Taylor Moore as she interviews participants and guests of the 23rd Annual Taste of La Verne hosted by the City of La Verne Chamber of Commerce at Brackett Field.

La Verne Community Television • 27th October 2022

Taste of La Verne 2022

Watch a recap of the 22nd Annual Taste of La Verne, presented by the La Verne Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Taylor Moore.