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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.

Sister Trish Doan

Ignite Mission

Sister Trish Doan, Vietnamese Community Leader

Sister Trish Doan, C.S.J., is studying in the LMU Theological Studies graduate program and is applying her learning at the Catholic Charities of Orange, where she serves Southern California’s Vietnamese community – the largest outside of Vietnam. Sister Trish plans to continue her ministry to empower the community to build connections to their religious heritage and cultivate awareness of God’s presence. Learn more about Sister Trish.


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Communication and Fine Arts

Art Therapy, Dance Prioritize Incoming Students’ Self-Care

An ongoing collaboration engages freshman dance students in self-care.

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Press Release

Center for the Study of L.A. to Release 2024 Angeleno Poll

The annual survey of respondents’ quality-of-life perceptions will be available in a four-part webinar.

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LMU Magazine

A Conversation with Donegal Fergus

New LMU head coach Donegal Fergus discusses baseball, recruiting, and the challenge of hitting a curveball.

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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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Division I and Varsity Sports

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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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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.

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Lions Are Fierce

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Stay up to date with the latest information on your 20 Division I athletics teams by visiting LMU Lions or following the Lions on social media @LMULions.

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