News 2016 La Sierra University

La Sierra University will offer high schoolers an opportunity this summer to delve into a range of sciences and science-related activities during Summer Science Camp. (Photo: Natan Vigna)

Summer camp for teens offers scientific exploration

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – High school students are invited to join La Sierra University this summer for a weeklong adventure dedicated to the sciences.
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Young choristers participate in a choral exercise during last year's summer music camp through the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts.

Arts academy tunes up summer music camp offerings

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – A performing arts academy at La Sierra University has expanded its summer music camps with programs for young children and…
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La Sierra University constituents vote new trustees

During meetings on May 17 and 18, constituents of La Sierra University voted to approve three members to the Board of Trustees and received reports…
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The national championship-winning La Sierra University Enactus team with Tom Zapara, far left, and Sam Walton Faculty Fellow John Razzouk and Zapara School of Business Dean John Thomas, far right.

La Sierra University Enactus team wins national championship

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – After months of work and hours of practice, the La Sierra University Enactus team reaped its reward with a first-place win at the…
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Golden Eagles center Kristen Brummett (right) drives around a University of California, Merced player in a game at the Alumni Pavilion. This summer, the gym will be cooled by a new, $600,000 air conditioning system. (Photo: Adrian Wilson)

Alumni Pavilion gym gets cool for summer

La Sierra University’s Alumni Pavilion gymnasium celebrated a milestone near the end of fall quarter – the installation of an air conditioning system…
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The La Sierra University Wind Ensemble, with director Giovanni Santos (front, left). (Photo: Natan Vigna)

Wind Ensemble’s “Journeys” concert to premiere noted composer’s work

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University’s Wind Ensemble will take listeners on a musical journey with a spring concert repertoire featuring works of…
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Acclaimed vibraphonist Justin Thomas will headline the next Pierce Street Jazz concert on May 11 at Troesh Conference Center. (Photos courtesy of Justin Thomas)

Pierce Street series to showcase acclaimed vibraphonist Justin Thomas

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University’s Pierce Street Jazz series on Wed., May 11 will feature the talents of internationally acclaimed…
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Student artist Grace Saunders installing a batik made by student Yessenia Barron.

Gallery to host annual student show

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – A long-running, university-wide art show will kick off on May 2 with a range of media exhibited by students from a variety of…
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7th annual fashion show fundraiser to aid clean water nonprofit

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Students at La Sierra University aim to use their talents in fashion and art to help an international nonprofit provide clean…

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An artwork by Casey Dutton of Notre Dame High School which will be displayed in the Academy and High School Student Show at Brandstater Gallery.

Academy, high school art show comes to Brandstater Gallery

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – In effort to inspire and support talented teen artists, La Sierra University’s Brandstater Gallery will host an Academy and High…
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La Sierra drama presents popular Oscar Wilde play

La Sierra drama presents popular Oscar Wilde play

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Timeless messages about marriage, morality, hypocrisy and being “Earnest” will be presented on the stage in a classic satire at La…

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Kimberly Thomas with husband John Thomas, dean of the Zapara School of Business who received the La Sierra University Legend Award from university President Randal Wisbey (right). The award honored Thomas' 25 years leading the school and its record-setting Enactus team. (Photos: Natan Vigna)

Biz school dean, SAU president receive top honors at alumni banquet

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- Two leaders in Seventh-day Adventist education noted for legacy contributions to their respective fields were honored along with…
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