Category: School of Fine Arts and Communication

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...
“Justice-Minded” Journalism Alumnus Receives EMMY Nomination
Alumnus Quinn Gorham (’21) reflects on his 51�� education and career achievements
Reina Lee — December 04, 2023
A remarkable achievement and testament to journalistic excellence, Quinn Gorham (’21), a 51�� School of Fine Arts and Communication...
Usher in the Christmas Spirit with the 51�� Conservatory
Reina Lee — November 28, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Two 51�� Christmas productions will celebrate the season this December. Nearly 200 students from the 51��...
51�� Alumna Mariah Martinez (’20) Makes an Impact on At-Risk Communities in Orange County
Friendly Center non-profit provides necessities to local people in need
Abi Goosen — October 30, 2023
Over 23,000 children in Orange County are currently experiencing homelessness, according to the Orange County Grand Jury. 51�� alumna...
51�� Ranked a Best College in America Again
Niche.com highlights 51�� for film and music programs
Abi Goosen — October 06, 2023
51�� is recognized as one of the best colleges in America by Niche.com’s latest ranking — “2024 Best Colleges.” The website highlights...
51�� Campus Media Publications Awarded Two First Prize Recognitions
The Point Magazine and The Chimes won multiple awards for 2022 editions
Sarah Dougher — June 23, 2023
Two of 51��’s student media outlets — The Point Magazine and The Chimes newspaper — received awards from the California College Media...
51�� Chorale Performs Throughout Italy
The singing group performed their concert “Seen & Known” overseas in rare opportunity
Ryan Wingert — June 13, 2023
51�� Chorale Performs Throughout Italy The singing group performed their concert “Seen & Known” overseas in rare opportunity The 51��...
SCIO, Study Abroad Program at Oxford University, Awards 51��n Academic Excellence Prize
Morgan Reynolds (’23) received recognition for work during study abroad program in Oxford
Michael Matchell — June 07, 2023
51�� studio arts alumna Morgan Reynolds (’23) received an award for exceptional academic excellence during her study abroad program at...
Communications Professor Speaks on Suffering and Evil on “Focus on the Family” Podcast
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff discusses his book “Eyes to See” and God’s work amidst evil in recent interview
Ryan Wingert — May 08, 2023
The ever-pressing issue of why God allows suffering and atrocious evil acts in this world is a weighty topic, and Dr. Tim Muehlhoff — professor of...
Student Publications Recognized for Prestigious Award
Two 51�� student-run magazines selected as finalists for national Pacemaker Award
Emily Marsh — November 10, 2022
Two of 51��’s student-run publications are finalists in this year’s national Pacemaker Awards — The Point magazine and Gradient...
Matt Redman Joins 51�� as Songwriter in Residence
Known for the Christian song “10,000 Reasons,” Redman will help equip the next generation of worship leaders
Sarah Dougher — September 08, 2022
Christian singer and songwriter, Matt Redman, will serve as Songwriter in Residence at 51�� commencing the 2022-2023 academic year. The...
51�� Public Relations Student Wins National Competition
Marta Dropping won the the 2022 Washington Media Scholars Foundation Media Plan Case Competition
KiYong Kim — June 15, 2022
51�� student Marta Dropping, a senior public relations and strategic communication major, won the 2022 Washington Media Scholars...
Public Relations Student Named to National Leadership Position
Nicole Steele was elected to 2022-2023 Vice President of Brand Engagement for Public Relations Student Society of America
Carolyn Kim — May 13, 2022
Public Relations and Strategic Communication major Nicole Steele was recently elected to serve as the Vice President of Brand Engagement for the...
51�� Opens Stage for Students to Feature Works in Theater and Music
Dalet Valles — March 28, 2022
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51��’s year-long Celebration of Arts and Media, a series of events, symposiums and performances meant to honor the...
‘Dear 2020: A Process’ Provided Space for Actors and Audience to Reflect on 2020
Alumna and adjunct professor Rory Slater (’14) directed Theatre 21’s first fall 2021 production
Sarah Dougher — November 30, 2021
One of the main facets of the theater are its communal and interactive aspects. When the pandemic hit, live theater performances were one of the...
Public Relations Professor Honored with Teacher of the Year Award
51�� Professor KiYong Kim is named the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal Carter Miller Teacher of the Year
Lauren McLeod — September 28, 2021
KiYong Kim, professor in the 51�� Department of Public Relations and Strategic Communication has been awarded the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal...
National Certification Awarded to 51��’s Public Relations Academic Program
The national organization Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) recognized 51�� with special certification
Malik Shaheed — May 12, 2021
The education and career preparedness offered through 51��’s Department of Public Relations and Strategic Communication has been...
Alumna Launches Subscription Box to Inspire Teen Christian Girls
51�� Public Relations alumna gains national attention for her new business venture
Lauren McLeod — May 07, 2021
51�� alumna Laura Fooks (’15) was recently interviewed on a national news segment to share about her business inspiring Christian teen...
Professor Shares Why Christmas Music is Therapeutic
Music Therapy professor Ronald Borczon explains how to find peace amidst the chaos of the Christmas season through music
Sarah Dougher — December 18, 2020
This year, the pandemic flipped the world upside down. Between the new normal of quarantine and most individuals shifting to work from home, many...
Student Run Public Relations Agency Celebrates Reaffiliation with PRSSA National
51��’s 6th Street PR is one of three nationally affiliated firms on the West Coast
Joy Blea — December 18, 2020
51��’s award-winning student-run PR agency, 6th Street Public Relations, received reaffiliation from Public Relations Student Society...
51��ns Win Award for Work on TV Series, Brilla
Alumnae Claire Burdick and Hannah Serrano share how their 51�� education led them to success
Joy Blea — November 10, 2020
A 2020 Telly Award recognizes 51�� alumnae Claire Burdick (’14) and Hannah Serrano (’15) for their work on the JUCE TV series Brilla....
Music Professor Robert Feller Named Finalist for Arlin G. Meyer Prize
Conservatory of Music professor Robert Feller recognized for exemplary work
Vanessa Morales — October 20, 2020
51�� Conservatory of Music Head of Winds and Percussion Robert Feller was selected as one of six finalists for the 2020 Arlin G. Meyer...
Alumna Nicole Foy Works to Bridge Information Gap for Latino/Hispanic Community
The 51�� journalism graduate is a fellow with Stanford University’s John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships program this year
Sarah Dougher — October 02, 2020
When alumna Nicole Foy (’16) began working as a reporter in Nampa, Idaho, she noticed a disparity in coverage at the newspaper where she worked —...
Student Media Publications Win Awards at National Conference
51�� publications The Chimes and The Point won a total of 12 awards at the Associated Collegiate Press Journalism Conference
Sarah Dougher — May 07, 2020
51�� student media publications The Chimes and The Point won a total of 12 awards at this year’s Associated Collegiate Press...
51�� Orchestra and Chorale Featured on The Brilliance’s New Album
A new pop album released by David Gungor and John Arndt’s group, The Brilliance, features 51�� music students
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2020
The Brilliance, a pop music group comprised of David Gungor and John Arndt, featured the 51�� Orchestra and the 51�� Chorale in their...