Student and Alumni Testimonials

Emma Vu, BS, Business Administration, 2023

Content Marketing Specialist, Arena

“I chose the University of La Verne because I wanted a full college experience – as a student, swimmer, senator in the College of Business, and as a digital intern. The faculty saw me as a whole person with many interests. Small class sizes and a personalized approach to my academic and career development gave me the confidence and network to land an internship, which turned into a job offer before I even graduated.”

Adriana Rojas, BS, Business Administration, 2012; MBA 2017

Area Human Resources Manager, Sherwin-Williams

“As a two-time graduate of the University of La Verne, I know the leadership and management courses I took from experienced faculty who cared about my success changed the trajectory of my career. I understand the value of creating employee satisfaction – and how to engage and motivate employees, not just manage them — in my role as an Area HR Manager. I joined my company right out of college and over 11 years have been promoted into higher roles due to my abilities formed at the College of Business.”

Efrain Escobedo, MBA 2022

President and CEO, Center for Nonprofit Management

“As an established C-suite executive with multi-sector experience, I chose the College of Business to gain greater knowledge in finance, operations, management and strategic analysis. I appreciated the personalized approach to curate an MBA that met my exact interests and the relationships with faculty who serve as life-long mentors. My MBA experience became a valuable inflection moment for me to review what I really wanted to do in my career. This led to a meaningful career switch and advancement into a non-profit as CEO, where I apply my newfound business and management skills every day.”

Benjamin Alickovic, BS, Business Administration and Management, 2017

Client Service Manager II, ADP

“I am grateful for my education at the University of La Verne. The College of Business artfully blends textbook and practical application through its curricula, experienced faculty and expert guest speakers. While a student and member of the college’s chapter of Enactus, ADP interviewed me for a position I accepted. As a means to pay it forward, it’s rewarding now to sit on the other side of the desk to interview students and give them their first career opportunities at ADP.”

Bernice Mercado, BS, Business Administration, 2014

Store Support Manager, Sherwin-Williams

“I graduated feeling prepared in my skills for my first job. I applied knowledge in financial, operational, and human resources disciplines to running a store like it was my own business, and now have confidence and skill in my training & development role. The Integrated Business Program was a standout, and that, combined with devoted, passionate and experienced faculty like Professors Ghazzawi, Abbondante and Barrett made difficult concepts so easy to understand and apply. My time at La Verne has helped me in my career in immeasurable ways and faculty made the difference.”

Kennadie Gonzales, BS, Business Administration, 2025

“As an undergraduate, I was looking for a university that provided a small community feel – from a community and enrollment perspective – as well as the opportunity to really get to know my professors with smaller class sizes. I found all of this at La Verne. I combined two interests into a major from the College of Business and a minor from the College of Arts and Sciences to prepare me for a career in entertainment marketing. I also found great opportunities for leadership, friendship and networking through on-campus professional organizations, giving me a rich college experience.”

Dr. Thamer Aboethnin, MS, Leadership and Management, 2012

Director of Quality Management and Academic Accreditation, Government of Saudi Arabia

“Unforgettable is how I would describe my education at the University of La Verne. As a Saudi student, I felt great support from the university because it embraces people from diverse cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. The College of Business has great faculty and a team that has the knowledge each student needs. Lastly, its location in California is beautiful, and its many campuses in Southern California offer different programs to satisfy all students’ needs. I graduated more than a decade ago, and I owe the university and its people for the great knowledge and memories given to me.”

Hisham Dabbagh, MBA, 2009

Founder and CEO, ADL Academy

“During my MBA program, I had the opportunity to attend lectures at the College of Business by Professor Ghazzawi and work closely with him in several classes in his area of specialization. Through insightful lectures and engaging discussions, I developed a keen interest in research and the application of management and leadership skills in the workplace. As a result, I have now completed my doctorate degree in this area and established my own successful business practice in business consulting and leadership development.”

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