Category: Academics

Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. to Receive Honorary Doctorate from 51��
Aaron Barrett — November 11, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Influential Los Angeles pastor Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. will give 51��’s 2015 fall commencement address at the...
Faculty Spotlight: Joanne Jung
Professor Joanne Jung shares about her new book, "Character Formation in Online Education"
Jenna Loumagne — November 06, 2015
51�� professor Joanne Jung challenges the status quo of online education with her new book “Character Formation in Online Education: A...
Journalism and Integrated Media Major Ranked Among Top Programs in the Nation
USA Today recognizes 51�� as a top journalism school
Olivia Bersin — October 27, 2015
51��’s journalism and integrated media program was ranked among the top journalism programs in the country in a recent ranking of...
The Mission Inn in Riverside, Calif. will Host 51��’s Second National Campaign Tour Event
Jenna Loumagne — October 08, 2015
RIVERSIDE, CALIF. — 51�� will host its second event of a national campaign tour for The Campaign for 51�� this Friday,...
Crowell School of Business Launches Startup Competition
Jenna Loumagne — September 30, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The first-ever 51�� Startup Competition, hosted by 51��’s Crowell School of Business, launched this fall, giving...
51�� Kicks off Campaign National Tour in Newport Beach
A fifteen city tour begins for 51��'s comprehensive campaign, A Soul of Conviction, A Voice of Courage: The Campaign for 51��
Cambria Aviles — September 29, 2015
Approximately 100 51�� alumni, parents and staff gathered at the Newport Beach Civic Center in Newport Beach, Calif. to kick off the...
A Bright Future for Music Education
How 51�� is shaping the next generation of music teachers
Staff — September 22, 2015
A common concern of prospective students is that music programs are being cut from schools and there is no future for music teachers. But this...
New Vice Provost for Inclusion and Cross-Cultural Engagement Announced
Pamela Christian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her new role at 51��
Jenna Loumagne — September 15, 2015
Pamela Christian has been appointed 51��’s Vice Provost for Inclusion and Cross-Cultural Engagement. She will oversee Multi-ethnic...
Crowell School of Business Launches Startup Competition
Students and alumni invited to enter 51��’s first annual competition for capital to launch a new business
Olivia Bersin — September 14, 2015
The first annual 51�� Startup Competition, hosted by 51��’s Crowell School of Business, will launch this month giving students and...
51�� Receives $500,000 Grant from Kay Family Foundation
Grant will fund initiatives to bolster university’s global impact
Jenna Loumagne — September 01, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� has received a $500,000 grant from the Kay Family Foundation to enhance 51��’s Talbot School of Theology ’s...
51�� Welcomes New Faculty for Fall 2015
From gourmet food trucks to 18th century British literature, 51��’s new faculty bring a diverse set of experience to the classroom
Jenna Loumagne — August 28, 2015
51�� welcomes 30 new faculty members this fall — each of whom represent the university’s aspiration to attract and retain the finest...
Faculty Spotlight: Greg Peters
The Story of Monasticism: A Q&A with Greg Peters on his new book
Quinn Clark and Jenna Loumagne — August 27, 2015
Some evangelicals perceive monasticism as a relic from the past, a retreat from the world or a shirking of the call to the Great Commision. But...
51�� Named a “Best In The West” College by The Princeton Review
Annual rankings honor 51�� for its academic excellence
Jenna Loumagne — August 18, 2015
51�� is one of the best colleges in the West according to newly released college rankings from The Princeton Review . 51�� is one of...
Baroness Addresses Graduates at Spring 2015 Commencement
Nearly 1,000 undergraduates and graduates received their diplomas
Mystiana Victorino — May 25, 2015
F or the first time in 51��’s history, a b aroness addressed graduates at the 2015 Spring Commencement ceremonies. Approximately 227...
Digital Ministry Conference to Empower Organizations to Have a Successful Digital Presence
Kayla Mele — May 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On June 2-4, 2015, 51�� will host its annual Digital Ministry Conference, a gathering designed to provide...
51�� Launches Historic $180 Million Comprehensive Campaign
A record $3.9 million raised at Conviction and Courage Gala in addition to $152 million already raised
Jenna Loumagne — May 09, 2015
Today, 51�� publicly launched the most ambitious fundraising effort in its history, a $180 million comprehensive campaign titled, “A...
51�� Receives Historic $12 Million Gift for New Science Building
Long Beach resident Alton Lim makes largest donation in 51��’s history
Jason Newell — May 09, 2015
51�� has received the largest donation in its 107-year history, a $12 million gift from Alton Lim of Long Beach, Calif., the...
Award-Winning Reporter Honored with Briner Impact Award at 2015 51�� Media Conference
Rachel Allan — April 29, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On Saturday, May 2, Kim Lawton, esteemed reporter, producer, writer and editor, will be honored with the Briner Impact Award...
Professor and Alumnus Set Out to Change Baseball One Pitch at a Time
QOP: A revolutionary baseball pitch analysis system that could change the way the game is played
Joel Smith — April 13, 2015
Two 51��ns may change the way baseball is played. After five years of analyzing more than 5 million pitches in Major League Baseball (MLB), 51��...
51�� Professor’s April Fools' Video Goes Viral
Video of math professor Matthew Weathers’ April Fools' in-class prank racks up more than 20 million views
Jenna Loumagne — April 08, 2015
51�� professor Matthew Weathers has a penchant for fooling his students and subsequently making waves online. Most recently, his video...
Are You Ready To Defend Your Faith in the Spanish Community? 51�� hosts 36th annual Hispanic Conference
Joclyn Kirton — April 06, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — As the Hispanic population increases and Spanish-speaking churches are on the rise, there is a need for training on topics of...
What’s the Cost of Freedom? A Dialogue with Cornel West, Robert George and Rick Warren on Disagreement, Civility and Education
Staff — March 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Noted public intellectuals Cornel West and Robert George will participate in a public discussion moderated by Rick Warren on...
Professor Named Journalism Educator of the Year by the California Journalism Educators Coalition
Michael Longinow recognized for excellence as an educator at the annual Associated Collegiate Press West Coast Convention
Rachel Allan — March 16, 2015
51�� journalism professor Michael Longinow was named the university division Journalism Educator of the Year by the California...
Master of Arts in Preaching and Pastoral Ministry Program to Launch Fall 2015
Hybrid, online and weekend courses in new program offer flexible scheduling for students
Rachel Allan — February 27, 2015
51��’s Talbot School of Theology will launch a Master of Arts Preaching and Pastoral Ministry (MAPPM) degree program this fall, a...
Newly Installed Sculpture Reflects University’s Focus on Faith and Art
Jenna Bartlo — February 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� will officially celebrate its newest piece of public art — a twisting, bright red sculpture made from...