Program Information

Testimonials

The most common comment from University of La Verne alumni is that they use what they learn every day. That powerful statement is true whether our graduates are working in education, health care, business, government, military, or law enforcement. The doctoral experience both professionally and personally changes the life of every graduate. While the experience of the doctoral program brings the entire community together, each individual has his/her own story about the doctoral program. We invite you to click on the icons below to access a video and hear personally from some of our graduates.

Debbie LaVoi - Assistant Superintendent

"The University of La Verne doctoral program is a wonderful balance of theory and practice. I use the skills learned in the program every day in my work."

Terry Williams - Counselor

"As a single parent I didn't think I could manage the rigor of a doctoral program. The University of La Verne program is flexible and fits the working profession who has family responsibilities."

Sheila Harrison - Assistant Superintendent

"As a result of the University of La Verne doctoral program I am a different person. All of my team members comment on the extraordinary skills I have learned and use as a result of the program."

Jeneane Prince - President

"Associates have often asked me as a business leader why I enrolled in an educational doctorate program. The University of La Verne doctoral program is for anyone in a leadership role. The knowledge and skills learned in the doctoral program prepare you for work in any field. I credit the doctoral program for my preparation to lead a complex technology company."

Craig Brewer - Dean of Students - Alliant International University

"The University of La Verne doctoral program has been critical to my success as a leader. The coaching and mentoring I received from the faculty was instrumental in my growth as a leader."

Harwin Kinde - Math and Science Dean - San Bernardino Community College

"The University of La Verne faculty have tremendous knowledge,skill and model good leadership in all of their interactions with students. The library support services have been terrific in providing me resources in a timely manner."

Ronald Shaw - Group Home Director

"The opportunity to complete some of my learning in a virtual team has been a fantastic learning experience. Students have stayed connected throughout the program and supported each other in the learning process."

Glenn Sewell - Superintendent

"The University of La Verne program is flexible and relevant to my work as a superintendent. I can do my job in the district and community and with the skills I have learned everyone has benefited from my experience in the doctoral program."

Kathryn Josephsen - Curriculum Director

"The sequence of developmental learning in the University of La Verne program has supported my systematic growth as a person and leader. The fieldwork that requires you to apply new learning in actual leadership roles and the real world has been the most exciting part of the program."

Donna Sonnenburg - Curriculum Director

"At this stage in my career I wondered whether or not I should invest in a doctoral program. Today I am so glad I did as it has changed my life and opened opportunities that never would have been possible."

Maria Questa

"The University of La Verne doctoral program has built wonderful relationships that are both personal and professional. It has been a great investment and has exceeded all my expectations."

Lynda Rogers

"The faculty of the university have nurtured and supported me throughout the doctoral program. The doctoral program has been the most profound learning experience of my life. The local groups of students working with a professor provide a terrific support mechanism that expands learning opportunities and develops deep professional relationships."

Mike Watenpaugh

"The University of La Verne doctoral program is a cutting edge program that provides students with the knowledge and skills to lead in today's complex world. The program really does prepare scholarly practitioners to lead any organization. I use what I have learned in my work every day."