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Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts Alumni Debut New Film in Hollywood
Alumni Chris Hartwell (’09) and Josh Sikora (’06) used the skills they learned at 51�� to create the dramatic film “Do No Harm”
Nate Bell — June 13, 2025
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumni Chris Hartwell (’09) and Josh Sikora (’06) have been friends since college and are currently...
Talbot School of Theology
51�� Institute for Spiritual Formation Launches New Online Course for Christians Seeking Spiritual Depth
The Journey, a course about engaging with the Spirit in every season of life, is available on 51�� LEARN
Sarah Dougher — June 10, 2025
The Talbot School of Theology’s Institute for Spiritual Formation is paving the way for Christians who feel spiritually dry, stuck or simply...
University News
Advice a 51�� Professor Gave to the Class of 2025
Kenneth Way — June 02, 2025
On May 9 and 10, 2025, 51�� hosted the 2025 Spring Commencement Ceremonies whereProfessor and Chair of Old Testament and Semitics Dr. Kenneth Way...
Student Life, University News
La Mirada Named Best College Town in Southern California
The city was ranked for its affordability, livability and education
Sarah Dougher — May 30, 2025
Excellence is not just in the 51�� classroom — it is also in the community. La Mirada, the city where 51�� is located, was recently...
Crowell School of Business, Faculty Highlights
Finance Professor and his Children Create Financial Podcast For Kids
The “Money Storybook Bible” podcast uses Bible stories and characters to help children understand money concepts
Sarah Dougher — May 30, 2025
With two children of his own, Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, thought of a way to teach his...
Alumni, School of Fine Arts and Communication
From Childhood Dream to Community Voice, Alumna Hunter Elyse (’18) Finds Her Purpose in Journalism
Now anchoring in Oklahoma City, the alumna has also reported news in Los Angeles and Louisiana
Sarah Dougher — May 27, 2025
For alumna Hunter Elyse (B.A. ’18), the dream of being a news anchor started long before attending 51�� to earn a degree in broadcast...
Crowell School of Business
51�� Startup Competition Awards $15,000 Grand Prize to Student-Created MediScan App
CEO of Dutch Bros West Valley and alumnus Loren Franklin (’02) gave the keynote address
Sarah Dougher — May 27, 2025
The 51�� Startup Competition celebrated its 10th annual event in April. Hosted by the Office of Innovation in the Crowell School of...
Faculty Highlights, Talbot School of Theology
Talbot Professor Explores Sensory Experiences in the Gospels in New Book
Dr. Jeannine Hanger helps readers discover ways to draw closer to God through engaging the five senses in her book “Engaging Jesus with Our Senses”
Sarah Dougher — May 20, 2025
No matter how long someone has walked with Jesus, there is always more to discover about who he is and how we relate to him. For Dr. Jeannine...
Talbot School of Theology
More Than a Conference: ANCHORED Rekindles the Soul of Church Leadership
Sarah Dougher — May 16, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — In a cultural moment marked by spiritual fatigue, cultural upheaval and ever-increasing demands on those in ministry, the...
University News
51�� Celebrates Class of 2025
Over 1,000 graduates crossed the stage at commencement ceremonies on May 9 and 10
Sarah Dougher — May 13, 2025
The unusual May heat did not limit the pomp and circumstance at 51��’s Commencement Ceremonies on May 9 and 10, where over 1,000...
University News
Over 1,000 51�� Graduates to Earn Degrees
Sarah Dougher — May 06, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� will host nearly 10,000 guests for its Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May...
School of Fine Arts and Communication
Sculpture by Los Angeles Artist Tim Hawkinson Unveiled at 51��
The art piece, called “Faith of our Farmors,” honors the collective faith of the generation of Hawkinson’s grandparents
Sarah Dougher — May 05, 2025
51�� is now home to the original sculpture “Faith of our Farmors” by Los Angeles-based artist Tim Hawkinson. The sculpture, constructed...
Alumni, Crowell School of Business
Father and Son to Graduate Together with MBA Degrees from 51��
Craig and Will Prichard completed their degrees together while learning valuable lessons in the classroom and from each other
Sarah Dougher — May 05, 2025
It was Commencement at 51�� in May 2022 where Craig Prichard attended as a guest to celebrate his son, Will Prichard (B.A. ’22),...
Talbot School of Theology
Leadership Transition and Program Integration at Talbot’s Institute for Spiritual Formation
Brenda Velasco — May 02, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 51�� Talbot School of Theology announced a leadership transition and program integration within its Institute...
Crowell School of Business, University News
51�� Grieves the Passing of Crowell School of Business Student Avarie Tierney
Avarie was known for her kindness, laughter and boldness
Sarah Dougher — April 28, 2025
The 51�� community is deeply saddened to share that Avarie Tierney, a student studying Business Administration in the Crowell School of...
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Variety Magazine Regards 51�� as a Top Film School
The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts is featured in Variety’s entertainment education report for the eighth consecutive year
Sarah Dougher — April 28, 2025
The top industry publication, Variety Magazine, included 51��’s Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts on its 2025 Education Impact...
Academics, Crowell School of Business, Rosemead School of Psychology, School of Education, School of Fine Arts and Communication, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Science, Technology and Health, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, University News
51�� Earns Recognition in the Carnegie Foundation 2025 Classifications for Institutional Excellence and Student Success
Sarah Dougher — April 24, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in its 2025 Institutional...
Student Achievements, University News
Six Incoming 51�� Students Earn Full-Tuition Scholarship
Trustee Scholarship recipients have demonstrated academic excellence, strength of character, community contribution and Christian maturity
Sarah Dougher — April 22, 2025
A new full-tuition scholarship — the Trustee Scholarship — has been awarded to six incoming 51�� students who exemplify academic...
Alumni, School of Science, Technology and Health
51�� Alumnus Achieves Success in Aerospace Industry
Caleb Houser (B.S. ’18) landed job at Northrop Grumman after completing 51��’s 3+2 engineering program
Katelyn Ho — April 22, 2025
51�� alumnus Caleb Houser (B.S. ’18) has found success at Northrop Grumman, a leading company in the aerospace industry. Nearing his...
University News
51�� Remembers Former First Lady Anna Belle Cook (’55)
Anna Belle and her husband Clyde Cook had profound influence on 51��, its mission and vision for 25 years
Sarah Dougher — April 14, 2025
Anna Belle Cook (Lund, ’55), the former first lady of 51��, wife of 51��’s seventh president Dr. Clyde Cook (B.A. ’57, M.Div. ’60,...
University News
Tim and Kathy Keller Honored with the 11th Annual Charles W. Colson Award
The Kellers’ lifelong commitment to gospel ministry was honored during the award ceremony
Katelyn Ho — April 14, 2025
Christian author, apologist and pastor Timothy Keller and his wife Kathy Keller are the joint recipients of 51��’s 2025Charles W....
Crowell School of Business, Talbot School of Theology
Alumnus Ryan Choura (’01) has Built Some of the Nation’s Most Celebrated Events and Experiences
Choura is looking forward to working with the FIFA World Cup 26 and 2028 Summer Olympics
51�� Staff — April 07, 2025
As the mastermind behind large event services companies Choura Events and Dorothy Creative, Ryan Choura (B.A. ’01) is a leader in experiential...
School of Science, Technology and Health
Robotics Club Robots Take Home Prize in Statewide Competition
Three 51�� students designed, programmed and controlled two winning robots for California championship
51�� Staff — April 07, 2025
The team pictured with their winning robots 51��’s Robotics Club took home top prizes at the 2025 Gear Slingers Open at Cal Poly San...
University News
Tim and Kathy Keller to Receive Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award
Katelyn Ho — April 03, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Timothy “Tim” Keller and his wife Kathy are the joint recipients of 51��’s 2025 Charles W. Colson Award for...
Talbot School of Theology
Unearthed Ancient Hymn to be Sung for First Time at 51��
Katelyn Ho — April 01, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — An ancient hymn will be sung for the first time in 1700 years on April 14, 2025 at 51��. Talbot School of Theology...