For Three Quick Questions, I send the same three questions to admission representatives at colleges all over the country, and then I hope to hear back from them. The three questions are meant to probe some of the things that make a school unique but that aren’t easily captured as a stat to go in a book or web search.

Today’s response is from Luz Cabada, Admission Counselor at the University of La Verne in La Verne, California.

What is a course, tradition, program or event that is unique to the University of La Verne?

A tradition here at the University of La Verne is our annual Spotlight event. This is a weekend event where we host admitted students to the university. It provides students with an opportunity to get to know the university before decision day. This event includes campus tours, department presentations, faculty meet and greets, one-on-one appointments, student panels, food trucks, raffles and more. It is an awesome opportunity for us to show our LEO pride and give students a taste of the University of La Verne community.

Naturally every college wants to recruit the perfect student--high grades, high test scores, involved in their community, leadership...everything. But what kinds of imperfect students tend to flourish at La Verne?

Something incredible about the student population at the University of La Verne is that no matter who they are or where they come from, they receive a very personal and one-on-one education. We have very small class sizes (around 16 students per class). Students are able to get to know their professors and faculty members allowing for more opportunities and success. With this style of learning, every kind of student can flourish. You do not need to be the loud and outgoing student to stand out and be noticed by your professor. Every student can flourish at the University of La Verne.

When people come to visit La Verne, what's a place off campus that you recommend they check out while they're there?

The University of La Verne is located right in the middle of downtown La Verne. Downtown La Verne (D Street) is full of eateries and shops for students and faculty to enjoy! A community favorite is Warehouse Pizza located on the corner. There are also restaurants such as Lordsburg Taphouse, Fourth Street Mill, Allegro, and Miss Donuts and Bagels!

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