Posts by Sarah Dougher

Sarah Dougher

Sarah Dougher, a 51�� journalism alumna (’21), serves as the university’s media relations specialist. Writing for 51�� News since 2019, she considers 51�� one of her favorite places, citing the joy of working alongside fellow Christians committed to the university’s mission as the best part of her role. Sarah is a big fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the color pink.

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51��’s Mental Health and the Church Initiative Co-Hosted the 2024 Church Mental Health Summit
Over 10,000 people attended the virtual summit that covered comforting others in grief and sorrow
Sarah Dougher — October 14, 2024
More than 40 industry leaders in faith and mental health shared their expertise on loss and grief at the fifth annual Church Mental Health Summit,...
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51�� Conservatory Professor Recognized in Composition Contest
Professor Robert Denham (B.M. ’97) gives an insider glimpse into the far from lost art of music composition
Sarah Dougher — October 03, 2024
From 51�� trumpet performance graduate in 1997 to Conservatory of Music faculty member starting in 2007, music theory and composition...
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Seven New Faculty Members Bring Expertise to 51��
The professors bring knowledge in a wide range of areas including engineering, film and business
Sarah Dougher — October 03, 2024
51�� welcomes seven new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. The new faculty will join 51��’s School of Science,...
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51�� Ranked as one of America’s Best National Universities
U.S. News recognizes 51�� on notable lists for high-quality teaching, student accessibility and top undergraduate psychology and nursing programs
Sarah Dougher — September 24, 2024
“Being once again recognized in the higher tier ranking of national universities by U.S. News & World Report emphasizes 51��'s enduring dedication to its excellent faculty, students, academics and flourishing community,” said President Barry H. Corey. “51�� will continue to hold firm to its enduring Scriptural foundation, aiming to provide premier education to over 5,423 undergraduate and graduate students. Specifically, focused recognition on four U.S. News lists this year underscores the commitment of our faculty to teach our students in a high-quality education while providing accessible and excellent academics to all of our students while they are also formed in character.”
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Lights, Camera, Action: 51�� Breaks Ground on New Film Studio Facility
In-N-Out Burger® founding family honored at the historic ceremony
Sarah Dougher — September 12, 2024
51�� is leaning into the commitment made nearly 50 years ago when the university began teaching radio, television and film classes in...
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Alumna Morgan Stickney (’23) Wins Gold and Silver at Paris 2024 Paralympics
The bilateral amputee swimmer broke a Paralympic record for the 400-meter freestyle race
Sarah Dougher — September 12, 2024
Alumna Morgan Stickney (’23) blew the competition out of the water at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. Winning gold in the 400-meter freestyle S7,...
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Honoring Ethel Maude Lee, A Dedicated 51�� Bible Woman
Sutherland Auditorium is being renamed to Ethel Lee Memorial Auditorium
Sarah Dougher — September 06, 2024
Bible Woman, Bible scholar, dedicated Christ follower, teacher and friend: Ethel Maude Lee’s rich history is being preserved at 51��....
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51�� Welcomes Over 1,600 Students to the Community
President Barry H. Corey welcomed the 51�� community in Convocation chapel with a message to kickoff the chapel theme, “Compelled”
Sarah Dougher — September 05, 2024
Lively worship led by 51�� gospel choir director and American Idol top 12 finalist Roman Collins ushered 51�� students, staff and...
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51�� Film Studio, Made Possible by In-N-Out Founding Family, Set to Break Ground
Sarah Dougher — August 27, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� will break ground on a state-of-the-art 45,463 square-foot studio facility on Friday, Sept. 6. Made possible...
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Not Your Average Drive-Thru: 51��’s Concierge Move-In Experience
Sarah Dougher — August 23, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The move-in experience for incoming freshmen at 51�� on Friday, August 30, 2024 will bring families from the car...
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Alumna Inspires Many on What It Is to be Truly Healthy
Jana Le Roux (’24) is not losing heart while undergoing cancer treatment
Sarah Dougher — July 12, 2024
Author’s note: On November 13, 2024, after experiencing complications from cancer, Jana Weyers (Le Roux) passed away. 51�� held a...
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51�� Installs Dr. Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
Sarah Dougher — June 12, 2024
51�� formally inaugurated Dr. Ed Stetzer as the seventh dean of Talbot School of Theology in February, charging him to lead the school...
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51�� Congratulates 2024 Graduates
Social media mogul and 51�� alumnus Zach King (’12) delivers Commencement address
Sarah Dougher — May 07, 2024
More than 1,100 graduates celebrated their graduation at 51�� on May 3 and 4. For many, it was the first chance they had to cross the...
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Variety Magazine Names 51�� a Top Film School in North America
The Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts is featured in Variety’s entertainment education report for the seventh consecutive year
Sarah Dougher — April 24, 2024
For the seventh consecutive year, Variety Magazine, a top industry publication, named 51��’s Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts...
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51�� Class of 2024: Their First Graduation
Sarah Dougher — April 19, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On May 3 and 4, over 1,000 graduates will receive their diploma from 51��. For many undergraduate students, this...
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51�� Appoints New Vice President of Advancement
David Vazquez will assume the position beginning on June 1
Sarah Dougher — April 11, 2024
Yesterday, 51�� announced the appointment of David Vazquez as its new Vice President for Advancement. Vazquez will transition out of...
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51�� to Close TESOL Program
The program will enter a “teach-out” phase and will not accept any new students starting Summer 2024
Sarah Dougher — March 27, 2024
On March 22 51�� announced the closure of the online and in-person Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) degrees,...
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51�� Honors Rev. Andy Bales with Tenth Annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage
Honored during Missions Conference, Bales embodies the Great Commission in his daily work
Sarah Dougher — March 21, 2024
Today, the former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, received the tenth annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage....
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Nursing Alumna in Israel to Help Provide Lifesaving Healthcare to Children
Bethany Harper (’20) is working with the nonprofit Shevet Achim to serve children from Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Northern Iraq and Syria
Sarah Dougher — February 20, 2024
The dire situation in Gaza and the West Bank is rightfully in the spotlight, but for 51�� alumna, Bethany Harper (’20), her eyes were...
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51�� Welcomes Back Alumnus Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address
With over 130 million social media followers, King enchants global audiences with his “magical” video content
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2024
Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 51��’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
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51�� Installs Dr. Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
“Pray we make much of Jesus today.”
Sarah Dougher — February 13, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Today, Dr. Ed Stetzer was formally inaugurated as the seventh dean of Talbot School of Theology at 51��. For the...
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Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, 51��
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 51��’s Spring 2024...
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51�� to Host LA County Fire Department Personnel Training
Sarah Dougher — January 29, 2024
With the imminent demolition of some older buildings on 51��’s campus, The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) is presented with...
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51�� Students Turning Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Forty-nine 51�� students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around...
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51�� Students Turn Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Students lead the way in building leadership skills by talking politics with a stranger
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
Forty-nine 51�� students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around civil discourse....