University of La Verne Appoints New AVP for Inclusive Excellence

LA VERNE, Calif. - EntSun -- The University of La Verne is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Marquisha Frost as the new Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Mission Integration, effective August 4, 2025.

Dr. Frost brings more than a decade of leadership experience in higher education, nonprofit strategy, and inclusive excellence. She most recently served as Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagement and Initiatives and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, where she led statewide initiatives to promote equity, well-being, and systemic change.

A former adjunct professor at the University of La Verne and Youth Coordinator at the La Verne Church of the Brethren, Dr. Frost is deeply familiar with the university's mission and the surrounding community. Her return marks a homecoming to a campus she describes as having "La Verne Magic."

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In her new role, Dr. Frost will report to the provost and work closely with leadership across campus on strategic efforts that advance the university's core values—Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. She will oversee several key offices, including Title IX, Civic and Community Engagement, Multicultural Services, Religious and Spiritual Life, and the Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research.

Dr. Frost holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Claremont Graduate University, along with master's degrees in counseling and education. Her research and professional work have focused on student success, inclusive leadership, and institutional transformation.

"We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Frost back to ULV," said Ken O'Donnell, Provost of the University of La Verne. "She combines visionary leadership with down-to-earth personal commitment, and a knack for connecting with people. She's ideally suited to lend her voice and direction to the values that distinguish us as a university."

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About The University of La Verne

The University of La Verne is a private, nonprofit institution with comprehensive academic and professional programs to meet the dynamic needs of today's competitive workforce. Since 1891, the university has prepared students for personal and professional success with programs rooted in a liberal education that embraces ethical reasoning, diversity and inclusion, lifelong learning, and civic and community engagement. It is nationally recognized and consistently holds rankings on the U.S. News & World Report Best Education Schools, National University, Best Value Schools, Top Performers on Social Mobility, and Best Online Programs list. It was also recognized as a 2024 Wall Street Journal Best U.S. College and among the top 15 schools for student experience and social mobility. Classes are offered at the historic La Verne campus, through regional California locations, and online. Learn more at laverne.edu.