News by Year La Sierra University

A photo of DePaul Williams and sister, Jazmine Williams, during La Sierra's 2013 graduation.

CJ director dedicates MBA in honor of sister, recalls university’s impact

When DePaul Williams graduated from La Sierra University on June 12 with his Master of Business Administration degree, he received so many phone…
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Grammy-winning cellist Lynn Harrell is among several featured guest artists who will give performances during the Montecito International Music Festival at La Sierra (Photo: Chad Batka)

Music festival brings world-class artists to La Sierra

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University is hosting for the second year the Montecito International Music Festival which brings a slate of…
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Trumpeter and Grammy winner Curtis Taylor will headline Pierce Street Jazz on July 13.

Pierce Street Jazz to feature Grammy-winning trumpeter

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Grammy award-winning Curtis Taylor will bring his trumpet to La Sierra University in another musical night of Pierce Street Jazz. 
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Left to right, Shane Bickner, Melissa Bickner, Dawn Bickner, Jordan Bickner, Steven Bickner, and Zach Bickner at Jordan’s June 12 graduation from La Sierra University. (Photo: Shawn Koh)

Farming family’s siblings bring home La Sierra business degrees

When the four Bickner family siblings – Melissa, Shane, Zach and Jordan --- were deciding which Seventh-day Adventist college to attend, their parents…
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(Left to right) Edgar Omar Padilla, Jennifer Miranda, Timothy Royce Olarte, and Christopher Avery Bradley were among 13 La Sierra students who received STEM scholarships from Edison International.

$25k Edison STEM grant helps La Sierra students pursue dreams

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The future researcher and the future mathematics professor were surprised, and grateful—their dream careers lie within closer…
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La Sierra University Class of 2016, 428 in total, wave to the camera drone on commencement Sunday. (Photos by Natan Vigna and Caitlin Palma)

La Sierra University graduates largest class in school’s history

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University Criminal Justice student Joseph Lopez stood in a long line of capped and gowned graduates on a cool Sunday…
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Tenor saxophonist Chuck Manning will lead Pierce Street Jazz in this month's concert.

Saxophonist Chuck Manning to headline Pierce Street Jazz

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – One of the Southland’s most inventive jazz horn players Chuck Manning, who is known for his talent with the tenor saxophone, will…
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ADRA International President Jonathan Duffy speaks during a chapel service at La Sierra University. (Photo: Natan Vigna)

Adventist humanitarian aid agency launches refugee campaign at La Sierra

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency, whose humanitarian aid and outreach efforts impact millions of people around the world unveiled a…
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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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