LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51ÂÜÀò’s Spring 2022 Commencement ceremonies will be held in a traditional in-person format after two years of strict COVID restrictions on May 6 and 7. Nearly 900 graduates will graduate in two ceremonies held on 51ÂÜÀò’s La Mirada campus.

After two years of having a drive-thru, pod-style and distanced commencements, 51ÂÜÀò will be holding Spring commencement ceremonies on Metzger Lawn where graduates will walk the stage traditionally for the first time since 2019. 51ÂÜÀò held nearly traditional fall ceremonies in December at the university’s Chase Gymnasium.

51ÂÜÀò President Barry H. Corey will be giving the commencement address congratulating graduates who have shown admirable resilience throughout their journey and time at 51ÂÜÀò. Dr. Correy states, "I am proud of these 2022 graduates who overcame obstacles and persevered to complete their degrees through so many twists and turns these past couple years. This weekend, we joyfully celebrate the accomplishments of these women and men and send them off toward bright futures to be a faithful presence in the world for the Lord Jesus Christ."

There will be two ceremonies, each celebrating different schools within 51ÂÜÀò. The two ceremonies are planned as follows:

Friday, May 6, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 7 p.m.

For those unable to attend in person, a live stream of the ceremonies will be available on the , and on .

Ceremonies will be 51ÂÜÀò’s second traditional graduation ceremony since 2019 while still abiding by the county’s health and safety protocols.

For more information or press passes, please contact Sarah Dougher, media relations coordinator, at sarah.m.dougher@biola.edu.

FOR MEDIA: Upon arrival to campus, please call (310) 753-1193.

51ÂÜÀò

13800 51ÂÜÀò Ave.

La Mirada, CA 90639