For nearly thirty-five years the Oberg family has been sowing their legacy at Simpson University. Three generations have taken part in the growth of the university, reaped the advantage of a Christ-centered education, and grown to be a part of the Simpson family long after graduating. A “legacy student” is defined as a student whose … Continue reading Legacy Lives On
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Simpson University Alumna Leads STEM-Focused Femineers Chapter in North State
Simpson University alumna Rochelle Barajas leads the state's northernmost chapter of the Femineers, a program designed to encourage more girls to pursue education and careers in STEM.
Redding Community Mourns Loss of Simpson University Alum, Homeless Advocate
REDDING, Calif.—The Redding community and Simpson University are mourning the loss of an alumnus known for his dedicated service to people experiencing homelessness. Bill Hartman, who graduated with a bachelor of arts in organizational leadership from the School of Adult Studies degree-completion program in 2018, served as guest services manager at the Good News Rescue Mission in Redding. He was admitted to the hospital with COVID-19 on Dec. 18 and passed away on Dec. 23. He was 57.
Simpson University Alumnus Takes Home Top ‘America’s Got Talent’ Prize
Simpson University alumnus and Stockton native Brandon Leake took home the winner’s title and $1 million prize on season 15 of “America’s Got Talent.” Leake, 27, made history as the show’s first spoken word poet, delivering moving pieces about his deceased sister, his estrangement with his father, and his mother’s fear of losing her son in the climate of recent deaths of Black men and women. His final piece was a prayer and poem for his baby daughter.
Simpson University Alum Completes D.C. Internship, Publishes Articles
REDDING, Calif.—A Simpson University and Redding native who interned with The Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C., has two articles published on national news websites. Austin Avery, who graduated in spring 2018 with a degree in history, co-wrote an analysis piece published Christmas Eve in The Washington Times titled “Washington should be alarmed at Middle Belt … Continue reading Simpson University Alum Completes D.C. Internship, Publishes Articles
Simpson University Alumna Named to BBC’s 100 Women of 2018
Simpson University alumna Jenny Davidson has been named one of the 100 most “inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2018” by the BBC.
Simpson University a ‘Family Practice’ for Dinius Four
When Simpson University freshman Philip Dinius steps on campus in the fall, he’ll be treading some familiar ground. All three of his older brothers have graduated from or are attending Simpson.
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