The impact of DCS on my life has been tremendous. The staff has been very concerned and supportive of my needs at all times. I have enjoyed developing friendships with the other EDAP students as well. I have enjoyed my classes, and feel I have gotten so much more out of them as an older student.... Whenever I would start to think that [school] was too much for me, I would picture myself receiving my diploma...and that kept me going! It is hard work, but definitely worth the effort.
---Danielle Decker, B.A., Business Administration

I was able to finish my bachelor's degree while working full-time and being a single mom. At times it was tough, but the program is designed for people who have families and work.... The DCS provided a very supportive environment, and I really enjoyed my time at La Sierra University. I'm glad I stuck with my education--it opens many doors!
---Christine Strub, B.A., Liberal Arts

I have been so impressed with the quality of the DCS's personnel. The kindness, flexibility, and professional expertise...made the experience a pleasure. It's never easy going back to school, but I thoroughly enjoyed it!
---Kelly Horton, B.A., Liberal Arts

Everything I hoped for at La Sierra University has happened. I'd pursued a degree at [another university] for 14 years but had trouble fitting everything together. I came to La Sierra and finished my degree in March rather than two years later! I went from being a number to being a person. I've worked really hard, but have been inspired to do so. The friendships I have built are incredible. My teachers expressed their appreciation for my perspective as a mother.... I have already been hired by the Riverside Unified School District.
---Tamra Sinclair-O'Neil, B.A., Liberal Arts with Teaching Credentials

I appreciated my classes much more than when I originally attended college. I got a wonderful view of diversity and was able to take some different classes...in different areas. Now I am able to introduce my children to those areas. I'd considered other schools and came away discouraged. The DCS created a very positive environment.
---Patti Harrison, B.A., Liberal Arts

Getting my college degree has greatly impacted my life; without the DCS I don't know where I would be now. I'm more willing to take chances now because I believe I can do it. I'm now applying for the MSW program at Loma Linda University.
---Daisy Thomas, B.S.W., Social Work

I gained the opportunity to get a quality education at a reasonable cost; the University provided a comfortable environment in which to learn. I'll be working on my M.S.W. in the Fall!
---Phillip Mastin, B.S.W., Social Work

[This experience] has changed my life. I realized that I could accomplish an amazing amount of work through organization and perseverance.... Nothing is impossible.
---Linda Long, B.S.W., Social Work

DCS's evening schedule made it possible to finish my degree after working on it for 40 years! I'm also happy to graduate from La Sierra University because my three children attended here.
---Jane Lombard Bobst, B.A., Liberal Arts

It has allowed me to hope that I might get back on track...and live a full, productive life. In the words of Winston Churchill, "Never give up, never give up, never, never, never, never give up."
---Robert Coffee, B.A., Liberal Arts

I would have never obtained my degree without DCS's evening program. My advice to returning students is to come to college with a plan, know why you're here, and don't allow yourself to become overwhelmed.
---Janibell Francis, B.A., Business Administration

The DCS worked with [me] and gave me a chance for a great education I wouldn't have otherwise gotten. I've been accepted by Mills College in Oakland for my M.A. in English!
---Monika Rogge, B.A., Liberal Arts

I finally got my dream after 20 years of working at it. Returning students should never give up, just keep reaching for your dream! I'm now planning my Master's degree in Finance.
---Barbara Peterson, B.A., Business Administration

The flexibility that the program offers has made it easy to complete my degree. The DCS has helped me attain my dreams.
---Michelle Jensen Torres, B.A., Liberal Arts

Without DCS I may never have gotten my degree. [The program] was full of wonderful classes and teachers and faculty.
---Linda Albright, B.S.W., Social Work

I have finished a major goal in my life, met a lot of really nice people, and made some lifelong friendships.... I'm now starting a job as a Social Services worker and applying to the M.S.W. program.
---Eleanore Eckard-Garces, B.S.W., Social Work