La Sierra University Legislative Internship

The La Sierra University Legislative Internship gives students an opportunity to observe the workings of the United States congress or state legislature by serving as a legislative intern in the offices of a national or state legislator.  Such an experience not only makes for better informed citizens, but provides those interested in government service with outstanding experience.

Wilfred J. Airey Pre-Law Scholarship

Wilfred J. Airey established this fund to encourage students to study law. Recipients shall be departmental majors with a record of academic excellence.

Anees A. Haddad Endowed Scholarship for Cross-Cultural Studies

The recipients of this scholarship are international students who might not qualify for some tuition discounts at La Sierra University.  The scholarship is named for Anees A. Haddad, a long-time and much-loved La Sierra Professor of Sociology and Family Studies. Dr. Haddad also served as the Director of the Division of Behavioral Sciences and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Haddad’s career as a teacher, scholar and academic administrator represents the best of La Sierra’s cross-cultural tradition, which has enriched the lives of all individuals in the La Sierra community. 

Frederick G. Hoyt Endowed Scholarship

Frederick G. Hoyt has been an inspiration to students and faculty from his days as a student throughout his own academic leadership role at La Sierra University. Dr. Hoyt received his B.A. in history and religion in1948 and married Vivian Golden, registered nurse, who also attended La Sierra. He is renowned for his research in Philippine, U.S. Naval and Adventist histories. He received his Ph.D. in history from Claremont Graduate School in 1963. Dr. Hoyt taught at San Pasqual and Pomona Academies and La Sierra College, where he later served as chair of the social science department and advisor to Adventist Colleges Abroad program. His influence extends beyond students and faculty through his many professional associations, including president of the Association of SDA Historians, Association for Asian Studies, U.S. Naval Cryptologic Veterans Association and more. To honor Dr. Hoyt’s care and influence, a former student, Judith R. Nelson (’62) established this endowment. She states, “Although I didn’t realize it at the time, Dr. Hoyt’s classes were the best preparation for law school and practice. I have been blessed with an outstanding teacher . . . this is my payback.” 

Frederick G. Hoyt Writing Award

Chief Radioman Frederick G. Hoyt attended La Sierra College after his discharge from the U.S. Navy in 1945. He was editor of the Criterion and helped raise $5,000 for the construction of the Dining Commons. With the help of a Fulbright grant, he traveled to the Philippines to conduct research on American involvement there. During the 19 years that he served as chair of the social science department, Dr. Hoyt set high standards of scholarship that earned the respect of his students. “He could flunk you,” said one of his students, “and you still couldn’t help but like him.” Kent Hansen, a student in 1971, was so inspired by Dr. Hoyt that he changed his major from journalism to History/Political Science. They formed a lifelong friendship, and Kent went on to be a leading corporate attorney and part-time teacher at La Sierra. Because of their appreciation for Dr. Hoyt, Kent and his wife Patricia established this cash award endowment to honor the best student writer in the department of history and political science as selected by the faculty. 

Landeen-Airey-Hilde History Endowed Scholarship 

This fund was originally established by R. Lynn Hilde Jr., to encourage and stimulate young adults to prepare for a career teaching history. The fund is intended to assist junior and senior History major students with superior academic records, and who are interested in research and writing with a commitment to a teaching career.  

Elmer G. Ross Latin American Studies Scholarship

The Ross Latin American Studies Endowed Scholarship was established by Delmer and Karen Ross to honor Delmer’s father and his lifelong commitment to the peoples of Latin America. The scholarship aims to encourage students to pursue advanced Latin American studies or to develop their particular interest in Latin American issues as they embark on careers as secondary teachers.

Won K. and Choon Ja Yoon Scholarship

This fund is established by Won K. and Choon Ja Yoon to assist promising and worthy international students in completing a course of study at La Sierra University in the History, Sociology and Politics Department of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Won Yoon is a long-serving and much-admired professor of sociology at La Sierra University.