News by Year La Sierra University

<p> Dr. Ziad Al-Saad, Fulbright Fellow and professor of archaeology and anthropology at Yarmouk University in Irbid, Jordan poses on campus at La Sierra University where he has pursued his Fulbright work this school year. His background includes serving as a former Director General of Jordan's Department of Antiquities. (Photo: Natan Vigna) </p>

Fulbright Fellow, noted Jordanian scholar brings cultural heritage advocacy to campus

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Whether teaching archaeology students the importance of preserving an excavation site, or proposing mitigation strategies on the…

<p> "Herbie's Joy Ride," a piece by La Sierra University student Kennedi Espiritu is included in the 2022 Annual Student Art Show at Brandstater Gallery. (Images courtesy of Brandstater Gallery) </p>

Annual student show returns to Brandstater after three years

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- It’s been three years -- thanks largely to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic -- since the annual student art exhibit has been held…

<p> Iki Taimi, Senior Youth & Young Adult Ministries director for the Southern California Conference will officially begin his new role in May as lead pastor of the La Sierra University Church. (Photo courtesy of Southern California Conference) </p>

Of prophetic voices, callings and community: New university church pastor Taimi recounts journey

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- It was an extraordinary moment for Iki Taimi and his family. The word came on February 25 while he and his wife were driving…

Three current, former La Sierra faculty receive prestigious Weniger awards

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Colloquially referred to as the Adventist Oscars, the awards ceremony in late February measured up to expectations when it…

<p> Freshman Digital Media & Visual Effects major Kyliegh Sanchez poses with a magazine she designed in a photography class. (Photo courtesy of Kyliegh Sanchez) </p>

New digital media degrees target growing markets

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- For La Sierra University freshman Kyleigh Sanchez, the slate of new degree programs this school year represented an opportunity…

Statement on the Crisis in Ukraine

Statement on the Crisis in Ukraine

We are horrified today by the images and headlines describing current events in Ukraine. We hoped and prayed for a diplomatic solution, but with…

<p> The white domed Barnard Observatory is situated behind the Visual Art Center on the slope of Mount Two Bit. (Photos: Natan Vigna) </p>

Campaign raises more than $500k for education programs, projects

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- The announcement arrived in late January and it was good news – La Sierra University had exceeded its December Giving Day and…

<p> Installation art in the form of donuts as part of artist Eunkang Koh's exhibit, "I am dreaming of ..." (Images courtesy Eunkang Koh) </p>

Prints, installation exhibit to examine social media impacts

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – An art professor from the University of Nevada, Reno will display her wide-ranging talents at Brandstater Gallery in a solo…

La Sierra University marks progress, recalls God’s grace as 100th year celebrations commence

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Under cool, cloudy skies that eventually gave way to the sun, roughly 250 La Sierra University alumni, current and former…

<p> Violinist Grace Park, winner of the 2018 Naumburg International Violin Competition and recent performer at Carnegie Hall. (Photo: Jon Kim) </p>

Hanson-Koobs series artists to present Mozart, Dvorak

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University’s professional artist series, the Hanson-Koobs Chamber Music Series, will start off the new year with a…

<p> Dr. Raejin Lee, Director of Vocal Studies at La Sierra University and director of the music department's opera and musical productions. (Photo: Natan Vigna) </p>

Music department to stage satirical operetta, “Die Fledermaus”

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – This weekend, the opera program at La Sierra University will present a beloved 19th century satirical operetta, “Die…

<p> Lawrence Steven Dorsey III poses for photos at La Sierra University for his role as president of the student association. (Photos: Natan Vigna) </p>

Taking God’s lead: Student association president’s unexpected pathway

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- Unexpected opportunities can turn best-laid plans around. For La Sierra University’s student association president, a chance to…