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Government Affairs

LMU External Relations serves as the vital link between our institution and policymakers, advocating for legislative and regulatory support that advances our academic and research objectives. Our work involves engaging with local, state, and federal government representatives to ensure that LMU’s needs and achievements are well understood and supported.

What We Do

Advocacy

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Lions Raise Their Voices in the State Capitol

LMU External Relations traveled to Sacramento with financial aid colleagues, and student aid recipients to advocate for increasing the Cal Grant during the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) Day in the Capitol on Feb. 25, 2025. The annual event provides students with the opportunity to discuss the importance of financial aid with legislators and gain valuable advocacy experience.

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External Relations team with Mayor Karen Bass

Meet the Team

Learn more about our work and how we advocate for LMU.

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Policies

Outreach to elected officials and government agencies starts with us.

City councilmember Traci Park with LMU External Relations team and Los Angeles Rams mascot, Rampage

Events

Other ways we engage with elected officials on campus and in the community.