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La Sierra graduates 364, president-elect advises follow God’s call

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – With its traditional early commencement on the morning of June 16, La Sierra University granted a total of 368 degrees to 364…

<p> Tom Zapara speaks during the September 2013 grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Tom &amp; Vi Zapara School of Business. </p>

Zapara School of Business mourns passing of Tom Zapara

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- The Tom & Vi Zapara School of Business is saddened to announce the recent passing of the business school’s namesake and key…

<p> Dr. Christon Arthur, incoming La Sierra University president will deliver the commencement address for the Conferring of Degrees on June 16. </p>

Graduation to feature president-elect Arthur, guest speakers, honorary doctorates Osborn, Morrison

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- On Sunday, June 16, La Sierra University will send forth its newest group of alumni inspired by the words of the university’s…

<p> Tim Musso holds his book, "Chasing the Sun," at the Yale Club in New York City where he was awarded the Riverby prize for his work. </p>

Art prof’s Arctic tern picture book wins Riverby prize

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The phone call last December from the granddaughter of one of America’s foremost naturalists came as a big surprise – Tim Musso,…

The Wash Project and beyond: student outreach for unhoused inspires new programs

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Past a hillside retaining wall covered in bright graffiti, a dirt path winds through arid grasses and flowering shrubbery framed…

<p> Dr. Christon Arthur, provost of Andrews University, was selected on May 9 to serve as La Sierra University’s next president. (Photo courtesy of Christon Arthur) </p>

Christon Arthur selected as La Sierra’s next president

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The La Sierra University Board of Trustees on May 9 unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Christon Arthur to serve as the…

Into the Woods musical draws alumni, community artists

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Jill Genobaga is having some fun – she’s be back at her alma mater La Sierra University, back in her element, serving as…

<p> Acclaimed trumpeter Nolan Shaheed will perform at La Sierra University on May 22. (Photo courtesy of Nolan Shaheed) </p>

Trumpeter Shaheed to lead Pierce Street performance

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Throughout a decades-long music career, trumpeter Nolan Shaheed has performed and recorded with numerous notable acts. On May…

Capacity audience gathers for 2024 Alumni Awards honoring 10

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Ten La Sierra University alumni from the fields of education, ministry, finance, real estate, healthcare management and…

<p> Freshman music major Alvin Estrada said his involvement in the university’s music department has moved him past insecurities and toward a degree in music performance with an emphasis in education and career path as a teacher in middle or high school. </p>

Beyond textbooks: Students find foundation, transformation at La Sierra

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- When senior exercise science major and soccer player Madyson Cornish enrolled at La Sierra University four years ago, she could…

<p> La Sierra University senior Molly Gram looks forward to a teaching career in the Seventh-day Adventist school system. </p>

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Education major to pay it forward with Adventist schools career

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- When Molly Gram was coming up through the Seventh-day Adventist school system, she encountered teachers who became her guides…

<p> Joni Adamson, President’s Professor of Environmental Humanities at Arizona State University will speak for the inaugural Sustainability Speaker Series on April 8. (Photo courtesy of Joni Adamson) </p>

La Sierra University launches public lectures focused on sustainability

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – In April, La Sierra University will set in motion a new lecture series focused on the broad topic of sustainability toward…

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