News 2009 La Sierra University

Jared Herling, a senior LSU finance major, received happy news the first week of June. He was designated the winner of the first Joe Patton Business Award, a $5,000 prize that will aid his startup company, iHaveThatBook.com. Jan White (pictured left), Patton’s sister, on June 10 presented the first award in honor of her brother. Photo by Larry Becker.

Businessman’s legacy to help local startup grow

Jared Herling, a senior finance major at La Sierra University, received happy news the first week of June from the university's School of Business. He…
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On June 14, the largest crowd of students in La Sierra University’s 19-year history filed on stage to collect the largest number of diplomas awarded since the school came into its own.

La Sierra graduates record crowd, ADRA prez calls for pilgrims

For La Sierra University graduate Roberto Ayala, Sunday's commencement was particularly poignant. The exercise science major is the first in his…
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Dr. Jim Erickson, the director of the new Center for Philanthropy at La Sierra University.

New philanthropy center to hold information seminar

As the nonprofit community struggles with fundraising and myriad other issues in this difficult economic climate, La Sierra University's new Center…
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Get ready to groove to the music of La Sierra University’s Big Band, this Sun., June 7, 7 p.m. Begin your week with an exciting mix of tunes as the band delivers a sizzling performance. A free show!

Groove to the music of La Sierra University’s Big Band

The band will deliver its spring concert with an exciting selection of compositions including Gordon Goodwin's “Cut 'N Run” and “Gumbo Street,”…
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Saxophonist David Brennan and guitarist Honglac Hathuc will deliver an eclectic mix of beautiful music this Thursday evening, in a concert to benefit the university’s Big Band. La Sierra student ensembles will also perform, delivering classical and jazz works. The evening’s intriguing lineup will include compositions by G.F. Handel, John Williams, Mile Davis, Ralph Towner, George Gershwin and others. Read more. Original saxophone photo by Tom Oates.

Saxophone, guitar concert to aid student musicians

When music industry professionals take the stage at La Sierra University next Thursday, their goal will be two-fold; deliver top-notch performances…
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Want to hear something really cool? Come to the LSU Wind Ensemble concert on Saturday night and enjoy a free sampling of sensational sound!

La Sierra University Wind Ensemble Spring Show on Saturday, May 30

The La Sierra University Wind Ensemble will present its spring show on Sat., May 30 at 8 p.m. in Hole Memorial Auditorium. Admission is free. Featured…
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From captivating classical to cool jazz, come hear it all on Tues., May 26, 7 p.m., as flutes, clarinets and saxophones deliver up an auditory feast. Best of all, it's free. Original photo by Tom Oates.

Music Department's free concert on Tuesday, May 26

On Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m., the Music Department will deliver one of its final concerts for the 2008-09 school year. This free concert, which will…
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Ryan Foss, LSU accounting major and Students In Free Enterprise team director, discovered through his work with SIFE the joy of helping others succeed. Last week the international SIFE organization recognized Foss for his contributions with a $10,000 national Jules and Gwen Knapp SIFE Ambassador Scholarship. Photo by Darla Martin Tucker.

La Sierra student entrepreneur lands national scholarship

As Ryan Foss explained the ins and outs of business ownership to a Thai villager last summer, tears of joy sprang to the woman's eyes. She knew her…
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LSU’s Georgia Anagnos’s childhood interest in soccer has led her to the world stage. Next month, the LSU Golden Eagles women’s soccer defender will join upwards of 16 female soccer players from universities and colleges around the United States to play in the 2009 Buenos Aires Goodwill Soccer Games June 4 through 10.

Riverside student makes U.S. team for 2009 Buenos Aires games

She never imagined it would turn out this way, but Georgia Anagnos's childhood interest in soccer has led her to the world stage. Next month,…
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La Sierra University Department of Music presents a concert version of Donizetti's "The Elixir of Love" on Sunday, May 17 at 7 pm, in Hole Memorial Auditorium

La Sierra University Music Department Presents Concert Version of Donnizetti Opera

La Sierra University Department of Music presents a concert version of Donizetti's "The Elixir of Love" on Sunday, May 17 at 7 pm, in Hole Memorial…
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Kimberly Miller, of LSU’s SIFE team, reports on the team’s activities during the US national competition.

La Sierra University SIFE Team Ranked #3 in Entire United States

La Sierra University's Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) team finished as second-runner up at the 2009 SIFE USA National Exposition finals held in…
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Don't miss Mrs. Shakespeare's, "Much Ado About Nothing," a performance as you've never seen it before. May 13, 14, 16, 17 at 8 p.m. in Matheson Hall. Just seven bucks--or $5 if you are LSU student/staff/faculty. Either way it's a bargain. Box office: 951-785-2241.

La Sierra University Drama presents "Much Ado About Nothing"

By Larry Becker Shakespeare as you've never seen it before! Belly dancers, Baghdad, Bussing (that's an old-fashioned word for "kissing"--used here…
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