News 2010 La Sierra University

Sandra Balli, La Sierra University associate professor of curriculum and instruction.

La Sierra University professor’s book tackles heart of education reform

While the federal government awards two states millions from the new Race to the Top education grant program, La Sierra’s Sandra Balli addresses a key…
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Brandstater Gallery to exhibit works of 32 students and announce prizes in LSU’s first juried art show. The student exhibit will be on display through April 29.

Gallery’s first juried student exhibit to award young artists

Brandstater Gallery to exhibit works of 32 students and announce prizes in LSU’s first juried art show. Opening reception and awards ceremony is April…
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Rebecca Waring-Crane, a pre-foundational composition and freshman composition instructor at La Sierra, will participate in the REVO art show and auction with her re-designed breakfast table painted in bright shades of greens and blues with black, white and fuchsia accents, the top decoupaged with old European maps.

Cool fashion, hot music, awesome art will aid Rwandan orphans

REVO, a charity fund-raising movement, is coming to La Sierra on April 18, with unique fashion, beautiful art and finger-snapping music. All the fun…

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Phil Ranelin, co-founder of Detroit’s famed 1970s label Tribe Records, is an acclaimed jazz trombonist and former Freddie Hubbard sideman.

Tribe Records co-founder to lead jazz quartet

Pierce Street Jazz presents the Phil Ranelin Quartet, April 7, 7 p.m. Ranelin, co-founder of Detroit’s famed 1970s label Tribe Records, is an…
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La Sierra University Responds to Adventist Review Article

La Sierra University Responds to Adventist Review Article

On March 31, 2010, the Adventist Review posted on its website an article—“Evolution Controversy Stirs La Sierra Campus." The university has additional…

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“Humor Therapy in the Promotion of Wellness” professor, Dr. Bill Andress.

New class to teach benefits of laughter’s medicine

Is there too much stress in your day? Laughter may be just the right prescription for lightening the load. A new class with Dr. Bill Andress will…
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La Sierra University Campus Gate System Begins Operation Friday Evening

La Sierra University Campus Gate System Begins Operation Friday Evening

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La Sierra University has completed construction of a more than 1.3-mile perimeter fence and four gates are scheduled to begin regular operational hours on March 19.

New perimeter fence complete, gates to begin operation

La Sierra University has completed construction of a more than 1.3-mile perimeter fence and four gates are scheduled to begin regular operational…
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The La Sierra University Opera Theater will take a two-hour portion of “The Magic Flute” to the Riverside Art Museum on March 11.

La Sierra to stage beloved Mozart opera at art museum

The La Sierra University Opera Theater, which recently performed its first full-length opera, will take a two-hour portion of “The Magic Flute” to the…
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Rwandan orphans lift La Sierra alumna’s faith

LSU alumna Michelle Jacobsen put her political aspirations on hold to volunteer at an orphanage in Rwanda. Now she’s considering a career in…
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LSU Wind Ensemble director Dr. Ken Narducci.

National association taps La Sierra University Wind Ensemble for first Reno performance

The LSU Wind Ensemble, under direction of Dr. Ken Narducci, will give its debut performance on March 11 at the College Band Directors National…
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La Sierra adjunct guitar Professor Lee Zimmer will present a recital March 7 of exciting works by a wide range of composers.

Guitarist Zimmer to perform Latin, Spanish works

Spice up your weekend with the rich, mesmerizing guitar music of Spain and Latin America. La Sierra adjunct guitar Professor Lee Zimmer will present a…
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