News 2015 La Sierra University

La Sierra University, a Seventh-day Adventist liberal arts school in Riverside, Calif., has been ranked among best regional universities in the West.

U.S. News ranks La Sierra among best regional universities

La Sierra University, a Seventh-day Adventist liberal arts school noted for its value-added education and service programs has been ranked by U.S.…

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La Sierra University business alum and development officer Jonathan Davidson published a book on Amazon about his college difficulties and the study techniques that changed his life.

La Sierra alum’s book offers college exam ‘cheat sheet’

Just in time for back-to-school strategizing, a La Sierra University alum has released a self-published book on Amazon that helps college students…
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Academy Award winner Melissa Leo as Papillon, left, and Amanda Lynne as the shop owner's wife in "The Butterfly, the Harp and the Timepiece." (Stills and photos by cinematographers Christopher Rusin and Bryce Vails)

La Sierra University film starring Oscar winner Leo to debut at L.A. Shorts Fest

A film developed through La Sierra University’s film and television department and featuring Oscar and Golden Globe winners will debut during opening…
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Assistant Chaplain Martin Corona baptizes Daman Uppal during La Sierra University's June 5 baptism. (Photos by Natan Vigna)

Seventeen give their hearts to Christ in La Sierra baptism

On a balmy Friday evening in late spring, 17 individuals gave their public testimony of lifelong commitment to Christ during La Sierra University’s…
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Guitarist John Payne performs for last summer's Pierce Street Jazz series (background, bassist Henry Franklin).

Pierce Street Jazz to host guitarist John Payne

As a student of jazz guitar, John Payne was influenced by the likes of Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, and Kenny Burrell.
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Motivational speaker and classical artist Alpin Hong inspires the TEDxLaSierraUniversity audience with an energetic rendition of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue."

Speakers inspire at TEDxLaSierraUniversity: video recap

An entrepreneurial ice cream maker, a technology guru, a restaurant chain founder and a former venture capitalist-turned-nonprofit chief…
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La Sierra University vocal instructor and producer of "Oh My Son" at Disney Hall introduces his friend and composer, Marcos Galvany.

La Sierra production at Disney Hall brings record audience

The idea took root two years ago when composer Marcos Galvany and long-time friend Javier Gonzalez, a La Sierra University vocal instructor, walked…
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La Sierra University students conduct lab research.

La Sierra University 8th in nation for value-added education

La Sierra University, a 93-year-old institution whose mission centers around the holistic development of its students, saw its efforts recognized in a…
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Rev. Norm Freeman, vibraphonist and creator of a jazz ministry program has performed with the New York Philharmonic, Barbra Streisand and other noted artists.

Jazz series to showcase vibraphonist Rev. Norm Freeman

Vibraphonist Norm Freeman, who has performed with some of the nation’s top orchestral groups, pop and jazz artists, will bring his talent to La…
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Dr. Sandra Roberts, university trustee and president of the Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists delivers the 2015 commencement address at La Sierra.

Conference president advises grads, legacy stems from choices

College graduates will face hundreds of choices upon leaving their alma mater, decisions best made in a faithful, step-by-step journey that allows…
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Glenn Dicterow, violinist and recently retired concertmaster for the New York Philharmonic, is among renowned guest artists who will teach and perform for the Montecito International Music Festival at La Sierra University.

Montecito Festival's renowned classical artists to give performances at La Sierra

Six of the world’s foremost musicians will gather in Riverside in July to participate in an international music festival slated to take place at La…
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Baritone saxophonist Pablo Calogero to perform for Pierce Street Jazz at Troesh Conference Center.

Baritone saxophonist Calogero to perform for Pierce Street Jazz

A baritone saxophonist, whose talents have brought him performances with music’s top acts and on feature films, will headline La Sierra University’s…
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