Alumni & Friends Reunion Lunch

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University, California

June 8

At Foursquare Connection, over 450 Life Pacific alumni gathered together to celebrate the Centennial Year of the institution. We were joined by men and women who graduated from L.i.F.E. Bible College, L.I.F.E. East, Mount Vernon, Life Pacific University, Life Pacific University Virginia, and all other communities branched out from Sister Aimee’s founding of L.I.F.E. Bible College in 1923. Our alumni in attendance ranged from the class of 1951 all the way to the class of 2023. It was a special time to be in the community, share a meal together, and celebrate 100 years of Life Pacific.

During the lunch, Life Pacific University’s Alumni and Advancement Office had the honor of awarding the 2023 Alumnus of the Year Awards to well-deserved recipients. The awards given were:

Kingdom Leadership Award: Reverend Steve Abraham (’90)

Lifetime of Service Award: Dr. Doretha O’Quinn (’73)

Beyond Borders Award: Rabbi Shmuel Oppenheim (’66)

Entrepreneurial Spirit Award: Derek Williams (’89-’90)

It is always a special time to unite with alumni from over the decades, from across the globe, and get to celebrate 100 years of transformational development of students into leaders prepared to serve God in the Church, the workplace, and the world.

Read about the 2023 Alumnus of the Year Award Recipients.

Watch the Alumni and Friends Lunch Recap Video.

Connect with LPU Alumni and Advancement.

University, California

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May 30

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University, Online, Off-site

LPU Micro Campuses: Empowering Local Churches and Equipping the Next Generation of Leaders

May 23

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University, Virginia

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May 15

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University, California

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May 14

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University, California

Faith Schwantner ’25: Rooted in Faith, Refined by Challenge, and Ready to Serve

May 12

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University, California, Virginia, Online

Life Pacific University Honors 2025 Faculty of the Year Award Recipients

May 12

Life Pacific University proudly celebrates the dedication, passion, and excellence of its 2025 Faculty of the Year honorees.

University, California

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May 10

At just 19 years old, Life Pacific University’s 2025 summa cum laude graduate is already leaving a legacy.

University, California

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May 10

Eden McKay’s journey at Life Pacific University (LPU) is a powerful testament to both academic and personal growth.

University, California

Anthony Brunske ‘25: From Stage to Scripture—A Story of Healing, Leadership, and Calling

May 10

For Anthony Brunske, graduating from Life Pacific University is more than a milestone—it’s the culmination of a life transformed through faith, community, and calling.

University, California

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May 10

This spring, a team of Life Pacific University students traveled to Arecibo, Puerto Rico, to serve alongside missionaries Daniel and Yolanda Rivera at Dream Center Esperanza