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At LMU, we illuminate new ways of thinking where creativity is boundless and justice prevails. Where progress is celebrated. For over a century, we’ve empowered leaders in their ambitious pursuit to secure a brighter world for all.

Presidential Search

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LMU has launched a nationwide search for its 17th president. We are partnering with the premiere executive search firm WittKieffer, and we welcome nominations.

Learn More About the Search

Ignite Impact

Emilie Coon, Research Assistant and Surfer

San Diego native Emilie Coon '24 knows how important it is to prioritize her well-being. Her field requires discipline and focus, and Coon knows that wellness is integral to her success. "When I make time to relax and regroup, I can be stronger academically and professionally." Learn more about Emilie.


IGNITE a Brighter World

Currents

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Press Release

LMU Receives $5.75 Million Department of Education Grant

LMU School of Education's Center for Equity for English Learners, with partner Education First, will create the first-ever National Comprehensive Center for English Learners.

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Athletics

Lions Light Up the Scoreboard in Major Win Against Bethesda

The Women's Basketball team lit up Gersten Pavilion with a commanding performance on Saturday.

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Faculty News

Improving Education through Human-Robot Interaction and AI

LMU Assistant Professor Xiangyi Cheng utilizes research to develop solutions that improve the lives of others.

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Find Your Program

There's a path for everyone. Explore yours.

LMU offers more than 150 degrees, certificates and credentials to prepare outstanding individuals for lives of meaning, purpose and professional success. Our breadth and depth in academics come from pre-eminent faculty, who have built LMU's reputation as one of the nation's top universities.

By the Numbers

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Top 15%

Wall Street Journal Ranked

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11:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

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176

Degrees, Certificates & Credentials

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14

Division I and Varsity Sports

Events

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MORE EVENTS

Research Centers

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StudyLA

StudyLA advocates for a better, more equitable Los Angeles through research, student mentorship, and engagement with its residents and leaders.

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PARC

The Psychology Applied Research Center conducts community-based participatory evaluation and action research and uses a multidisciplinary lens to accomplish its goals.

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CURes

The Center for Urban Resilience is committed to improving the quality of life in our urban communities, especially those that have been historically underserved.

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Explore All

Discover opportunities that fit your interests.

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Gallery

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A Sense of Community

Settling into new surroundings is easy with new friends by your side.

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Pushing the Envelope

The facilities in LMU's state of the art Life Sciences Building help students prepare for careers across disciplines as diverse as basic research, medicine, and environmental remediation.

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California Dreaming

The Pacific Ocean is just down the street from campus, and serves as both a recreational destination and subject for study in the classroom.

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Feel the Spirit

With 20 Division 1 and varsity sports, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a great game on campus.

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Iconic Beauty

At the center of it all is Sacred Heart Chapel, the heart of LMU's beautiful Westchester campus.

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L.A. is Your Classroom

A world of opportunity lies in the vibrant city just beyond the bluff.

Live Like a Lion

Life on campus at LMU is as dynamic as the city around us. We think you'll find this a great place to grow as a scholar and individual.

More Campus Life
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Lions Are Fierce

Support Your Pride

Stay up to date with the latest information on your 14 Division I athletics teams by visiting LMU Lions Website or following the Lions on social media @LMULions.

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