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A builder of ‘sampan,’ or small boats in Hoi An village in Vietnam.

Photographer’s exhibit sheds light on daily life around the world

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Riverside artist Peter Erhard, a La Sierra University professor emeritus, will exhibit his photography at La Sierra’s Brandstater…

(Left to right) Athletics directors Patrick Crarey, Washington Adventist University; Javier Krumm, La Sierra University; La Sierra University President Randal Wisbey; Jordan Stimmel, Walla Walla University (interim AD); and Brittany Brown, Pacific Union College at the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics convention in April. The group, along with California Pacific Conference Commissioner Don Ott (behind the camera) met with NAIA leadership to advocate for Sabbath accommodation in scheduling. (Photo: Don Ott)

NAIA to change Saturday cross country nationals, no action on policy

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – In a move that thrilled its Seventh-day Adventist member teams, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, through its…

Rep. Mark Takano, D-Riverside, visited La Sierra University's Summer Bridge math program for freshmen on Aug. 16. (Photos: Natan Vigna)

Riverside congressman visits La Sierra’s Summer Bridge program

Rep. Mark Takano, D-Riverside, on August recess from his work on Capitol Hill, stopped by La Sierra University Aug. 16 to learn about the school’s…

The "Glory of God's Grace" sculpture plaza at La Sierra University depicts the biblical story of the prodigal son.

BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS …

An op-ed by Elder Ricardo Graham, president, Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for La Sierra…

La Sierra University fine art graduate Leslie Escudero sculpting wire frame for a paper sculpture for her exhibit this summer. (Photo: courtesy of Leslie Escudero)

La Sierra fine arts grad exhibits her life’s journey

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Newly graduated La Sierra University artist Leslie Escudero invites visitors on a journey of her life in her senior art exhibition…

Guitarist, educator, and actor Jacques Lesure will brings his talents to the stage at La Sierra's Troesh Conference Center on Aug. 16. (Photo: Courtesy of Jacques Lesure)

L.A. guitarist Jacques Lesure to perform at Troesh

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Award-winning Los Angeles guitarist and educator Jacques Lesure will bring his talent to the stage in the next Pierce Street Jazz…

"Jesus & Judges" tour group on the Sea of Galilee. (Photo: Ryan Lopez)

La Sierra, WWU profs lead Middle East “Jesus & Judges” study tour

During the month of July, nine La Sierra University students and six other travelers studied the life of Jesus and of heroes and tribes from the Book…

Silvano Cardenas, Sr., left, La Sierra University MBA student Silvano Cardenas, Jr., and Norma Cardenas just prior to La Sierra's graduation weekend in June.

Bio-health grad’s success rooted in immigrant parents’ values

After immigrating at different times from Mexico on work visas, Norma Castro, a single mother, and Silvano Cardenas met in the agricultural fields of…

Students in STEM disciplines at La Sierra University for the past two years have had the opportunity to apply for Edison International scholarships. (Photo: Natan Vigna)

12 La Sierra students win Edison STEM scholarships

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – During the final weeks of the past academic school year, 12 La Sierra University students got an extra boost in covering their…

Flutist Holly Hofmann, credited as the standard-bearer for jazz flute, will perform at La Sierra's Troesh Conference Center. (Photo: courtesy of Holly Hofmann)

Flutist Holly Hofmann to perform at Troesh

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Flutist Holly Hofmann, credited as one of the standard-bearers in jazz flute, will lead La Sierra University’s next Pierce Street…