Category: Academics

51�� Hires New Dean for Crowell School of Business
Gary Lindblad brings higher education leadership to new role
Brenda Velasco — March 06, 2014
After an extensive search and interview process, 51�� has selected Dr. Gary Lindblad to serve as the new dean of the Crowell School of...
Beyond the Ashes: 51�� Provides Aesthetic Lenten Experience
Jenna Bartlo — March 05, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Christian season of Lent has been underemphasized in many evangelical circles in recent history, but there is much this...
51�� Announces New Applied Psychology Completion Program
New hybrid program for the adult learner
Molly Magee — February 21, 2014
In September of 2014, 51�� will begin classes as part of a newly structured program that is different from any other degree the university...
Vine Legend and YouTube Sensation Zach King to Speak at 51�� Media Conference
Camryn Hudson — February 21, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� alumnus and Vine sensation Zach King is slated to speak at the 18th Annual 51�� Media Conference (BMC) on...
Singleness in the Church: A Q&A with Matt Jenson
Professor Matt Jenson offers thoughts on Valentine's Day, romantic comedies and singleness
Jenna Bartlo — February 14, 2014
Valentine’s Day can be one of the most difficult days of the year for singles as it often evokes an awareness of loneliness rather than love....
William Lane Craig to Continue as Professor at 51��
Staff — February 06, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — In light of recent announcements, 51�� would like to confirm that William Lane Craig will continue in his current...
Conference to Explore Interaction of Psychology and Spiritual Formation
Jenna Bartlo — January 27, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. —On Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 51��’s Center for Christian Thought [CCT] will offer The Table Conference as a means for...
Founder of Dream Center Speaks at 51�� Fall Commencement
Jenna Bartlo — December 20, 2013
Co-Founder of the Los AngelesDream Center, Matthew Barnett, addressed 51�� graduates at the fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 20,...
C.S. Lewis’ Legacy Lives On: 51�� Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Author’s Death
Jenna Bartlo — November 20, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Friday, Nov. 22 marks the fiftieth anniversary of C.S. Lewis’ death. This Friday, the author, theologian and professor, will...
51��’s Center for Christian Thought Offers Free Resources
New bulletin, podcasts and short videos spread scholarly work of center
Jenna Bartlo — October 11, 2013
Starting its third year, the 51�� Center for Christian Thought has released a new publication, launched a blog and posted dozens of...
51�� Launches New Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts
Celebration encourages engagement with art and faith
Jenna Bartlo — September 23, 2013
51��’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts officially launched Sept. 20 with the dedication of the newly renovated art...
51�� Launches Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts
Jenna Bartlo — September 10, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51��’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts will launch on Friday, Sept. 20 with a full celebration and...
U.S. News Ranks 51�� as a Top-Tier National University
51�� listed among the nation’s best universities
Staff — September 10, 2013
51�� has again been named one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category...
Sean McDowell Joins 51��’s Christian Apologetics Faculty
Popular speaker and author will serve as a professor in graduate program
Staff — August 21, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Internationally known speaker and writer Sean McDowell will join the faculty of 51��’s Master of Arts Program in...
Sean McDowell Joins 51��’s Christian Apologetics Faculty
Popular speaker and author will serve as a professor in graduate program
Jason Newell — August 15, 2013
Internationally known speaker and writer Sean McDowell will join the faculty of 51��’s Master of Arts Program in Christian Apologetics...
51�� Named One of 97 “Great Colleges to Work For”
The Chronicle of Higher Education recognizes 51�� as a "Great College to Work For"
Jenna Bartlo — July 22, 2013
51�� is one of the nation’s 97 best colleges to work for, according to a survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education . The results put...
Students Provided Opportunity with Nationally-Recognized Leadership Development Institute
Twelve 51�� students successfully graduate from the program
Carissa Lehmkuhl — June 07, 2013
Twelve 51�� students graduated from the Millenium Momentum Foundation’s Leadership Development Institute (LDI) April 2013 — representing the...
Political Science Professor Dave Peters Retires After 47 Years
Peters reflects on his time at 51��
Marissa Mavaega — May 20, 2013
Dave Peters, professor of political science and public administration, is retiring at the close of the spring 2013 semester after 47 years at...
Beyond Social: Using Digital Technologies from the Church to the Boardroom
Jenna Bartlo — May 17, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Bestselling author and social media expert Michael Hyatt will headline the upcoming 51�� Digital conference at 51��...
51�� Spring Commencement Speakers Announced
Jenna Bartlo — May 14, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Vibrant multi-ethnic ministry leaders, 51�� alumni Adam Edgerly and Larry Acosta, will address graduates at 51��’s spring...
Is Contemporary Neuroscience Compatible with Christianity?
Jenna Bartlo — May 07, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 51�� Center for Christian Thought will host its second annual conference on May 10–11, featuring presentations...
Rising Directors Slated as Speakers for 51�� Media Conference
Jenna Bartlo — April 25, 2013
STUDIO CITY, CALIF. — Director of “Fruitvale Station,” Ryan Coogler, due to screen his Sundance Award Winning feature at the 2013 Cannes Film...
51�� Named One of Nation’s Greenest Colleges
Jenna Bartlo — April 17, 2013
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� is one of the 322 most environmentally responsible colleges in the United States and Canada, according to The...
51�� Named One of the Nation’s Greenest Colleges
University featured in The Princeton Review's ‘Guide to 322 Green Colleges’
Jenna Bartlo — April 17, 2013
51�� is one of the 322 most environmentally responsible colleges in the United States and Canada, according to The Princeton Review’s newly...
2013 South by Southwest Audience Award Director to Speak at 18th Annual 51�� Media Conference
Jenna Bartlo — April 10, 2013
STUDIO CITY, CALIF. — Director Destin Daniel Cretton, 2013 South By Southwest Audience Award and Grand Jury Prize winner for Narrative Feature for...