Innovation
LMU thrives on innovation, continuously pushing boundaries and embracing new ideas to create a dynamic, forward-thinking environment in Southern California.
Research Centers & Institutes
LMU is a nationally-ranked R2 research university, which reflects our commitment to high-level research. Our teacher-scholar faculty conducts research and scholarship with undergraduate and graduate students to provide mentorship and guidance while furthering their expertise. Students have ample opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research and take part in unique academic experiences in Los Angeles and worldwide.
By the Numbers
#15
Undergraduate Entrepreneurship
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
#21
Undergraduate Engineering
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
#27
Best Undergraduate Teaching
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Creative and Collaborative Spaces
An innovative education prepares students for a dynamic world by allowing them to develop social, creative, and technical skills critical to the world ahead.
Fred Kiesner Center for Entrepreneurship
The Fred Kiesner Center for Entrepreneurship is a vital resource for various academic programs at LMU, including undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurship.
Aerospace Pioneer Tom Mueller to Establish Propulsion Lab
LMU received a $5 million gift to educate future leaders in the growing aerospace field.
Innovation in Digital Education and Leadership
The iDEAL Institute provides professional teaching and leadership learning through technology integration.
Center for Urban Resilience (CURes)
The Playa Vista Campus is the creative center for Film and Television
Promoting academic excellence through the support of student research
Research in Los Angeles
A City of Innovators
Our classroom is Los Angeles, home to diverse ecosystems, thriving industries, and boundless creativity. Faculty-led research in L.A. drives ethical innovation in engineering, entertainment, education, and beyond.
Research In Action
Using AI for Social Good
Most people use artificial intelligence for things like online searching, navigation, and more. LMU Alum Gavin Butts '25 wants to use AI for something positive.
Capstone Project Heads Off Road
An LMU student capstone team rebuilt and raced a custom Baja car—reviving the Baja Lions Racing Club to compete in the SAE Baja competition.
Looking for Life on Saturn's Moon
LMU researchers say Saturn’s rings may hold clues to life on Saturn’s moon, Enceladus.
Tackling Global Environmental Issues
LMU Associate Prof. Demian Willette and his team of student researchers are doing their part to create a more resilient environment.
Experience for Student Innovators
Engineering Design Showcase
LMU students in many disciplines in Seaver College of Science and Engineering presented capstone projects to industry representatives, alumni, and the greater community.
A-List Marketing
An applied marketing program that prepares changemakers to understand diverse consumer cultures.
Computer Science
The LMU Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI) is a summer experience for first-year students studying computer science or related STEM fields.
Project Citizen
An umbrella program that includes creative projects that invite students to get out of their university and geographic bubbles.