Photo by Alysha Tsuji With a mom who received a classical music degree, a dad who rocked out as the lead guitarist of a small band in the '80s and a sister who competitively excelled in the saxophone and flute, it seems fitting that 22-year-old Mike Holland strives to succeed in the music world. He picked up the guitar early in his childhood as his mother, Beth Holland, … [Read more...] about East Coast Kid Chases West Coast Dreams
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LA County supervisor to speak at graduation
Photo Courtesy of zev.lacounty.gov As graduation draws near, many college seniors have begun dealing with the reality of entering the working world. But first, there’s commencement — the opportunity to celebrate success and receive some last-minute advice from a graduation speaker. Zev Yaroslavsky, who is the Los Angeles County Supervisor and a longtime supporter of … [Read more...] about LA County supervisor to speak at graduation
LA resident to run 135 miles for Multiple Sclerosis
Photos Courtesy of Shannon Farar-Griefer Ultramarathon runner Shannon Farar-Griefer has logged hundreds and thousands of miles in races across the country. In 2001, Farar-Griefer became the first woman in the world to double the Badwater Death Valley race (292 miles on foot). Ultramarathons are “anything beyond the classic 26.2-mile distance — races from increasingly popular … [Read more...] about LA resident to run 135 miles for Multiple Sclerosis
Tough Mudder to challenge LA
Photos Courtesy of Tough Mudder A member of the California National Guard, Bill “Big Sarge” Hansen was injured while serving a tour in Iraq in February of 2009. An accident involving an IED explosion caused him to suffer three cracked bones in his neck, herniated disks in his back, a traumatic brain injury and further injuries to his knee and shoulder. “I was pretty … [Read more...] about Tough Mudder to challenge LA
LaZebnik closes the book on Payson
Photo by Brandon Scheirman Ken LaZebnik, director for Library Advancement and Public Affairs, will be leaving his position at the end of January. LaZebnik, who has been with the university since 2010, has been named the Founding Director of Stephen’s College Mastery of Fine Arts in Television and Screenwriting. LaZebnik, a playwright and screenwriter, helped Stephen’s … [Read more...] about LaZebnik closes the book on Payson
