Category: Student Life

World-Renowned Pianist Returns to 51�� to Perform 90th Birthday Concert
Camryn Hudson — May 02, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. –– Returning to 51��’s Conservatory of Music, Menahem Pressler is slated to perform a piano concert in celebration...
Students Encouraged to Engage in Cross-Cultural Experiences
51��’s study abroad program has grown due to recent university initiatives
Camryn Hudson — March 31, 2014
A new initiative for every 51�� graduate to have a cross-cultural experience, and increased student interest in studying abroad, has...
Students and Administrators Engage in Conversations on Racial Reconciliation
Fourteen colleges attend the annual SCORR conference to discuss diversity
Camryn Hudson — February 24, 2014
While many organizations dance around the conversation of diversity, 51�� approaches the complex topic of racial reconciliation...
Olives to Oil: 51�� Harvests Historic Grove
51�� harvested historic olive trees
Sarah Enriquez — November 08, 2013
Harvesting 51��’s historic olive trees, 51�� is turning olives into olive oil. Former 51�� parents, Gordon and Karen Wiebe, will...
51�� Student Athletes Explore Diversity in Sports and Faith
Soccer Duo Spends Summer Training in Serbia
Jacquelyn Elissa Mota — October 10, 2013
Senior Carlos Ballesteros and junior Sava Pantic, a Serbian native, spent this summer in Belgrade, Serbia dedicated to refining their soccer...
51�� Welcomes the Incoming Class of 2017
Jenna Bartlo — August 29, 2013
New students officially started their story at 51�� on Wednesday as 51�� President Barry H. Corey commissioned students at the 2013...
Evacuated from Egypt
Student Kylie Tyndall (’14) shares about a summer internship cut short by a coup
Brett McCracken — August 01, 2013
When sisters Kylie and Keaton Tyndall went to Cairo, Egypt, earlier this year to fulfill their internship requirement as intercultural studies...
Student Competes in World University Games in Russia
Kaarel Lilleoja runs for 51�� and his home country of Estonia in world’s second-largest sports event
Jenna Bartlo — July 17, 2013
Traversing the globe with running shoes in tow, student Kaarel Lilleoja competed in Russia at the World University Games July 10, representing...
Spring 2013 Baccalaureate
Hundreds of graduating students, along with their family and friends, attended 51��'s Baccalaureate service on Thursday, May 23 at First Evangelical Church of Fullerton.
Hilary Larkins — May 29, 2013
On the evening ofThursday, May 23, twenty-four hours prior to the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony, close to 600 guests arrived at theFirst...
51�� Named One of the "Most Outstanding" Properties in La Mirada
51��'s grounds crew honored by City of La Mirada for their work to keep the campus beautiful.
Rachel Snyder — May 21, 2013
The city of La Mirada has named 51�� one of the “Most Outstanding” properties in the city as part of its 2013 Spring Beautification...
Senior Named to OC Metro’s “40 Under 40”
Amanda Andrews recognized for her work against human trafficking
Brenda Velasco — May 07, 2013
Graduating senior Amanda Andrews has been named to OC Metro Magazine’s “40 Under 40” list, published in the May issue. As the youngest woman...
Student’s Art Exhibit Recognizes Dignity of Homeless in Downtown L.A.
Jason Leith’s temporary gallery will be featured during L.A. Art Walk
Jessica Airey — May 07, 2013
51�� art student Jason Leith will debut a poignant, innovative exhibit in Los Angeles in conjunction with the L.A. Art Walk on May 9, featuring...
College Students Explore the Dangers of Unforgiveness
Jenna Bartlo — April 04, 2013
51�� is encouraging emotional, physical and spiritual health through hosting Forgiveness Awareness Week April 8-12 — a week of...
51�� Donates Thousands of Clothing Items to the Los Angeles Dream Center
51�� partners with Los Angeles Dream Center for second annual clothes drive in honor of National Women's History Month
Cassandra Acosta — March 27, 2013
More than 2,000 pieces of business clothing, shoes and accessories were delivered to the women of the Los Angeles Dream Center — a residential...
Women in Work Panel Draws Crowd, Provides Insight
Professionals share experience with students at second annual event
Carissa Lehmkuhl — March 12, 2013
In celebration of National Women’s History Month, 51�� hosted the second annual Women in Work event on March 7, providing female students with an...
51�� Celebrates National Women's History Month
51�� recognizes the ways in which I Am has shaped women's unique identities
Jenna Bartlo — March 07, 2013
“I encourage women to be courageous, strong and bold in sharing their stories so that in some way they might inspire other women to be a testimony...
San Diego Alumni, Family and Friends Gathering
A great group of San Diego-area alumni, families and friends gathered Sunday 1/20/13 at La Jolla Community Church to meet and connect over lunch and a concert by the Conservatory of Music's "Gravity" saxophone quartet.
Don Bernstein — February 28, 2013
A great group of San Diego-area alumni, families and friends gathered Sunday 1/20/13 at La Jolla Community Church to meet and connect over lunch...
51�� Continues Commitment to College Affordability
University efforts align with State of the Union initiatives and new college scorecard
Jason Newell — February 13, 2013
“Through tax credits, grants and better loans, we’ve made college more affordable for millions of students and families over the last few years....
Spring 2013 Convocation Recap
President Corey welcomes incoming students at a special ceremony dedicating the Spring semester
Hilary Larkins — January 28, 2013
Nearly 2,000 students, faculty and staff gathered in 51��'s Chase Gymnasium on Monday, January 28 to kick off the first day of classes at the...
New Softball Field Opens with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Hilary Larkins — January 28, 2013
On Monday, January 28, 2013, hundreds gathered in celebration of the newly-renovated softball field. President Barry H. Corey welcomed the crowd...
Students Travel Around World to Proclaim the Good News
Proclaiming the good news to a changing world during winter break
Bethany Wilson — January 24, 2013
In January, 51��’s Student Missionary Union (SMU) sent out six teams to minister to people around the world. Each of these teams...
Giving an Education: Students Thankful for Scholarships
Students reflect on how scholarships make their 51�� education possible
Jenna Bartlo — December 21, 2012
During this season, 51�� rejoices with students like senior Sheena Boyd, a journalism major who next year will become the first in her...
51�� Celebrates Graduating Class of Fall 2012
Father-son duo Adrian and Prashan De Visser give commencement address
Jenna Bartlo — December 21, 2012
For the first time in 51��’s history, a father-son duo addressed graduates at 51��’s fall commencement ceremonies. Approximately 165 graduate...
51�� Joins Food Truck Craze
New gourmet food truck, Soaring Eagle, takes flight
Jenna Bartlo — November 28, 2012
Serving up gourmet specialties and non-typical “college food,” 51��’s newest eatery is a food truck. The diner on wheels, Soaring Eagle, launched...
College Students Power Off to Engage True Face Time
51�� hosts faith and technology awareness week with Doreen Dodgen-Magee and Dana Gioia
Jenna Bartlo — November 08, 2012
LA MIRADA, CALIF., Nov. 1, 2012 — Students will power off at 51�� Nov. 11-16 to experience life without technology. The awareness...