University of La Verne President Out After 10 Months

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After just 10 months on the job, University of La Verne President Devorah Lieberman has resigned from her position. The sudden departure comes as a surprise to many in the university community, as Lieberman was seen as a strong leader who had made several positive changes during her short tenure.

Lieberman took over as president of the University of La Verne in July 2018, becoming the first female president in the school’s history. She was brought in to help stabilize the university after a period of financial uncertainty and declining enrollment. During her time as president, Lieberman implemented several initiatives aimed at improving the university’s financial health and boosting enrollment numbers.

However, Lieberman’s leadership style was met with mixed reviews from faculty and staff at the university. Some praised her for her energetic and hands-on approach to leadership, while others criticized her for being overly aggressive and unwilling to listen to differing viewpoints. Despite the mixed feedback, Lieberman was able to make some progress during her time as president, including securing a $15 million donation for the university and launching a new strategic planning process.

In a statement announcing her resignation, Lieberman cited personal reasons for her decision to step down. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as president and praised the university community for their commitment to excellence. The Board of Trustees has appointed an interim president to take over while a search for Lieberman’s replacement is conducted.

The sudden departure of President Lieberman has left many at the University of La Verne wondering about the future direction of the institution. It remains to be seen what impact her resignation will have on the university’s strategic initiatives and long-term goals. In the meantime, the university community is hopeful that a new president will be selected who can build on the progress made during Lieberman’s tenure and continue to move the University of La Verne forward.