La Sierra College - Meteor Yearbook (Arlington, CA)

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JOH W ELICK, PH.D. Dr. John W. Elick is probably best known at La Sierra for his pioneer work in the behavioral sciences department. Together with Dr. Stirling, Dr. Elick founded this department in 1963. In 1951, Dr. Elick graduated with a B.A. in Religion and Biblical languages from La Sierra College, now Loma Linda University. After his graduation, he and his wife traveled to Peru as mis- sionaries. There they established a mission station in Nevati, in the Pichis Valley. They lived among the Campa Indians for nearly seven years. Dr. Elick came home to Loma Linda University in 1963, and obtained his master's and doctorate degrees from the University of California, at Los Angeles. After retiring in 1984, Dr. Elick was elevated to emeritus professor. Presently he is director of the World Mission Institute. Over the years, he has studied the Indian,s language and mythology in order to see the world through their eyes. Dr. Elick's vision has inspired many students at La Sierra to take a closer look at the world the live in. We, the VISIONS staff, dedicate this book to you. Dedication ! 15

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dedication JAMES H. TIRLI G, PH.D. Dr. James H. Stirling has been a part of the La Sierra Family since 1963 when he was asked to pioneer a new depart- ment in behavioral sciences. Dr. Stirling graduated from Walla Walla College in 1944 with a degree in theology. He then worked with Pacific Press Publishing Association as assistant copy editor. After be- ing promoted to head copy editor, Dr. Stirling worked for Pacific Press for another 14 years before taking a year off to complete a master's degree from the Seventh-day Adven- tist Theological Seminary. He received a master's degree in anthropology and sociology in 1964 from the University of California, Berkeley, and a doctorate from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1968. While teaching courses through the graduate school at Loma Linda University, Dr. Stirling worked together with Dr. John Elick to open the behavioral sciences department. His tremendous contribu- tion to Loma Linda University in the behavioral sciences and archaeology will be remembered by students for years to come. We, the VI- SIONS staff, dedicate this book to you. 14 f Dedication '7' I rf - 1 5 31, , W . F f - ---. tri- .zip Z is ilu 43'

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'N A -' M L' president ORMAN J. WOOD , PH.D. These are the most pivotal days in your lives. You have chosen to spend this time at Loma Linda University pursu- ing degrees that will enable you to best serve mankind and af- tirm the great mission ofthe Seventh-day Adventist Church. Besides the learning priority you have also been sor- ting out important philosophical priorities as well as expanding your understan- ding of Christ and your fellowman. I know that the lives of faculty and students have provided you many open- ings for new insights and growth. and we trust that this experience has made a difference. May you recall with fond- ness this special time in your lives. Cordially yours. Norman J. Woods President Ji-r-rLf.f ft Presidents Message 'Wm