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Riverside activist, space institute president among graduation awardees

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University, during its graduation ceremony on Sunday, June 17 recognized five graduates, faculty and staff members for…

Japan native Rumi Inoue, flutist, will perform at La Sierra University’s Troesh Conference Center on Wednesday, June 20 at 7 p.m.

L.A. flutist Rumi Inoue to perform at Troesh

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Japan native Rumi Inouewill join perform as the featured musician during an evening concert at La Sierra University’s Troesh…

Dr. Marilene Wang delivers the commencement address for La Sierra University's June 17 graduation which saw a record 501 graduates receive degrees.

Speaker cites grads’ contributions, offers lessons on resilience

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – La Sierra University’s Class of 2018, its largest to date with 501 graduates, received from commencement speaker Marilene Wang…

Dr. Lora Geriguis, English professor at La Sierra University has shown through research that long-held views of 17th century aristocrat and scientist Margaret Cavendish may have been distorted. (Photo: Natan Vigna)

English prof reveals impact of 17th century female scientist

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- A La Sierra University professor’s research uncovering the impact of a 17th century duchess on England’s nascent scientific…

"The Prodigal Daughter," oil on canvas by Nancy Caldera.

Brandstater Gallery ends season with senior duo show

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Nancy Caldera and Andre Marquez, two graduating seniors in the Art+Design program at La Sierra University, are showcasing their…

Dr. V. Bailey Gillespie, 42-year religion professor and researcher at La Sierra University passed to his rest on May 7. Hundreds attended a service at the La Sierra University Church in honor of his legacy and contributions.

Hundreds gather at La Sierra University Church in tribute to Adventist researcher, professor

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- Friends, colleagues and former students of La Sierra University religion professor and researcher Dr. V. Bailey Gillespie arrived…

La Sierra University computer science majors (left to right) Mia Lorraine Laurea, Christopher Friedrichsen, Cody Johnson, Ethan Morales-Vierna and Eric Manjarrez this May each received a $2,143 STEM scholarship from energy giant Edison International. Two mathematics majors also received scholarships. (Photo: Natan Vigna)

La Sierra students land Edison International STEM scholarships

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- On May 24, seven La Sierra University students got a helping hand toward reaching their goals in computer science and mathematics…

The La Sierra University Wind Ensemble directed by Giovanni Santos performs at Carnegie Hall on March 15.

La Sierra University Wind Ensemble debuts at Carnegie Hall

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- On the evening of March 15, La Sierra University’s Wind Ensemble led by conductor Giovanni Santos walked onto one of the world’s…