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Crowell School of Business Dean Rings New York Stock Exchange Bell
Dr. Gary Lindblad virtually rang the New York Stock Exchange opening bell on anniversary of biblically responsible Inspire 100 ETFs
Sarah Dougher — March 08, 2021
On Thursday, Feb. 18, 51��’s Crowell School of Business Dean, Dr. Gary Lindblad, virtually rang the opening New York Stock Exchange...
Crowell School of Business Launches New Certificate in Personal Financial Planning
A new one year program will equip students to become a CFP® professional in a unique biblically based approach
Jenna Loumagne — March 08, 2021
51��’s Crowell School of Business will offer a new Certificate in Personal Financial Planning Fall 2021 — a CFP Board Registered...
Alumnus Tom McCarty’s Recent Film “Mank” Nominated for Six Golden Globes
McCarty shares about his journey working in the film industry and his most recent project
Nate Bell — February 25, 2021
Tom McCarty (’96) is one of the busiest 51�� alumni working in the entertainment industry today. Since graduating from 51��...
Student Creates Tutoring Business During Pandemic to Serve Students with Autism
School of Education student Ashley Cox receives scholarship for her innovative venture
Joy Blea — February 03, 2021
51�� student Ashley Cox, a liberal studies elementary education major, recently received a scholarship from 51��’s Office of...
Director of Calling and Career Initiative Shares How to Discover Your Calling
Paul Sohn created an entirely virtual retreat to help find your career and passions
Joy Blea — February 02, 2021
In an effort to help individuals excel professionally and personally, Paul Sohn, director of the calling and career initiative at 51��...
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts Creatively Adjusts to Remote Learning
In response to COVID-19, film professors adapted to make a film education accessible for students remotely
Vanessa Morales — January 27, 2021
Media Production is a collaborative hands-on major at 51��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts. Due to the pandemic, the school...
51�� Professors’ Research Sheds Light on COVID-19 Modes of Transmission
School of Science, Technology and Health professors took initiative at the start of the pandemic to learn more about COVID-19's spread and how to prevent it
Sarah Dougher — January 26, 2021
Early COVID-19 research conducted by 51�� School of Science, Technology and Health professors revealed the virus could be transmitted...
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...
Historic COVID-safe Drive-Thru Commencement Ceremonies
Graduates and their families experienced a dynamic interactive drive-thru ceremony honoring 2020 graduates
Sarah Dougher — December 17, 2020
51�� hosted its first-ever drive-thru commencement ceremony for both spring and fall 2020 graduates. Nearly 400 graduates and their...
51�� Launches New Office of Innovation
The new donor-funded office exists to foster a culture of innovation across campus
Joy Blea — December 15, 2020
51�� launched a new office this year dedicated to leveraging the intellectual and spiritual capital of 51��. Established within the...
51�� to Launch New Master of Public Health Program
Students will have two concentrations to select from and the option of a three plus two-year program
Sarah Dougher — December 14, 2020
The need for public health workers has been evident this year amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. In fall 2021, 51��’s School of Science,...
51�� Professor Corroborates Sign-Stealing Evidence Against MLB teams in Statistics Report
Dr. Jason Wilson’s statistics report shows evidence against the ‘17-’18 sign-stealing scandal against Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox
Vanessa Morales — December 13, 2020
Dr. Jason Wilson, 51�� professor of statistics, helped develop a formula called Quality of Pitch (QOP) that can detect the quality of...
Professor Awarded Planning Grant for Mission Work Project
Cook School of Intercultural Studies Professor Leanne Dzubinski will research how Christian ideas about family life were communicated as the gospel was spread
Vanessa Morales — December 07, 2020
51�� Cook School of Intercultural Studies professor and associate dean Dr. Leanne Dzubinski was awarded a one-year $5,000 planning...
51�� Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts Named to The Wrap’s Top 50 Film Schools
The list highlights the school’s new dean, Tom Halleen, and internship opportunities
Sarah Dougher — October 19, 2020
51��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts was named to The Wrap’s Top 50 Film Schools list. 51�� is excited to be included on the...
51�� Launches 5-Year Winsome Conviction Project to Initiate Civil Discourse
In a divisive era, professors and authors Tim Muehlhoff and Rick Langer aim to help Christians deepen convictions without dividing communities
Joy Blea — October 07, 2020
A majority of Americans (98% of those surveyed) believe that incivility is a serious issue, according to a survey by The Civility Project, with...
51�� Launches Winsome Conviction Project to Initiate Civil Discourse During a Divisive Era
Joy Blea — October 06, 2020
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — A majority of Americans (98% of those surveyed) believe that incivility is a serious issue, according to a survey by The...
51��'s Torrey Honors Institute Becomes Torrey Honors College
Honoring the work of Torrey Honors, 51�� has updated the name of its honors program
Jenna Loumagne — September 30, 2020
51��’s Torrey Honors Institute has changed its name to Torrey Honors College in recognition of the program’s impact. In its 25-year...
51�� Torrey Honors Institute Becomes Torrey Honors College
Jenna Loumagne — September 30, 2020
51��’s Torrey Honors Institute has changed its name to Torrey Honors College in recognition of the program’s impact. In its 25-year...
51�� Kicks Off Fall Semester 2020 with Online Convocation
President Barry H. Corey reminds students of the strength that comes from enduring trials
Joy Blea — September 18, 2020
More than 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students began their collegiate careers at 51�� on Monday, Aug. 31. With “51�� at Home”...
U.S. News Ranks 51�� in Top Tier of America’s Best National Universities
51�� is recognized on seven special recognition lists
Jenna Loumagne — September 14, 2020
51�� has again been named one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category...
51�� Welcomes New Faculty for Fall 2020
Four new faculty members join 51��’s esteemed faculty
51�� Staff — September 11, 2020
51�� welcomes four new faculty members this fall, each of whom represent the university’s aspiration to attract and retain the finest...
51�� Announces New Dean of the School of Science, Technology and Health
Dr. Matt Rouse is an accomplished health sciences professional, author and professor
Jenna Loumagne — August 31, 2020
After an extensive national search and interview process, 51�� has selected Dr. Matt Rouse to serve as the new dean of the School of...
High School Students in Indonesia Earn College Credit Through 51��’s Film School
51��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts offered a new dual enrollment course for students at Sekolah Pelita Harapan in Jakarta
Jenna Loumagne — August 25, 2020
A new class offered by 51��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts allowed high school students across the globe to explore the...
51�� Grieves Passing of Professor and Administrator Bob Harp
51�� Staff — July 21, 2020
Robert Harp, Executive Director of 51��’s newly formed Office of Innovation , champion of 51��’s annual Startup Competition and...