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  • Alumnus Denis LaClares Research on Transcultural Workers Shines a Light on International Students

    In his dissertation, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies alumnus explored how transcultural workers can effectively and positively work with international students

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    According to alumnus Denis LaClares (Ph.D. 18) dissertation research, international student enrollment is increasing in North America and across...

  • Alumna Opens New Preschool in Southern California

    School will serve as one of 51蹤獲s early childhood laboratory schools

    Joya Jackson — 

    51蹤獲 alumna Koryn Parker (02, M.A. 03) recently opened her own preschool, Little Learners Exploration Academy in Whittier, Calif. To...

  • Sarah Dougher — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. 51蹤獲s annual Christmas Tree Lighting will honor veteran students and alumni alongside veterans from the local La...

  • Leader in P-12 Education, Alumnus Glen Thomas Passes Away

    51蹤獲 remembers the impact Glen Thomas made for California education, educators and students

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    The legacy of alumnus Glen Thomas (68) work in education extends beyond administrators who knew him personally to California students across the...

  • Three Inspiring Women Honored with 51蹤獲s Annual Ruby Awards

    Colleen Fredenburg Brown, Kitty Purgason, and Sierra McCoy Receive Ruby Awards

    Bella Burchett — 

    51蹤獲 honored three women at the 12th annual Ruby Awards on March 13 2019, during Womens History Month. The Ruby Awards celebrate...

  • Rosemead School of Psychology Celebrates 50th Anniversary

    51蹤獲 commemorated 50 years of training Christian psychologists with a celebration event and continuing education workshops

    Irene Pan — 

    51蹤獲s Rosemead School of Psychology celebrated its 50th anniversary in February. Rosemead faculty, staff, and students gathered...

  • From Science to Searching: 51蹤獲 Alumna Co-stars in Award-Winning Film

    Actor Michelle La transitioned from a career in biochemistry to her recent role as Margot Kim in Searching

    Monica Kochan — 

    Michelle La (11), a 51蹤獲 biochemistry alumna, plays Margot Kim, the protagonist in the recently released film, Searching a thriller...

  • Alumnus Shares How His Faith Intersects With His Career In Politics

    Alain Datcher, Business Project Manager for Oregons Department of Human Services, is helping implement the states new, 24-hour child abuse hotline

    Caleb Aguilera — 

    For 51蹤獲 alumnus Alain Datcher (11), serving in politics is supported and motivated by his faith. Without it, he does not know how he...

  • Rosemead Alumna Pens New Book on Balancing Life and Technology

    Doreen Dodgen-Magee, a technology and psychological health expert, offers a new perspective on using tech in todays digital world

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    For most adults, its hard to imagine spending time without a cell phone. In fact, current statistics suggest that the average American over the...

  • 51蹤獲 Honors 2017 Alumni Award Winners at Alumni Weekend

    Recipients honored for their work in ministry, media, healthcare and missions

    Peter Voelker — 

    The 2017 51蹤獲 Alumni Award Winners were honored today in a ceremony during Alumni Weekend an annual homecoming event for 51蹤獲...

  • Chris Johnson  — 

    On Saturday, Nov. 12, a group of 55 alumni, parents, and friends of 51蹤獲 gathered in Chicago to connect with President Barry H. Corey to learn...

  • Erin Wilson  — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. On Wednesday, Nov. 30, 51蹤獲 students, faculty, and alumni will gather for an annual Christmas tree lighting...

  • The Campaign for 51蹤獲 Reaches $179 Million Committed

    $17,350 raised at Los Angeles campaign event

    Chris Johnson — 

    On Saturday Nov. 5, local alumni, parents and friends gathered in Los Angeles, Calif. for the tours fifteenth national campaign tour event. A...

  • The Campaign for 51蹤獲 Reaches $178 Million

    Dallas event starts the final leg of 51蹤獲's campaign national tour

    Chris Johnson — 

    On Saturday, Oct. 1, 51蹤獲 alumni and constituents in Dallas, Texas raised an additional $22,000 toward the total of $178.6 million...

  • 51蹤獲 Alumni Releases Documentary on Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    Film reveals training behind an elite group of soldiers chosen to guard The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery

    Daryn Daniels — 

    On Memorial Day, three 51蹤獲 alumni released the documentary film The Unknowns. The film follows the training of the Sentinels, a...

  • 51蹤獲 Announces 2016 Alumni Award Recipients

    Select alumni honored for their impact in culture, media, education and missions

    James O'Hearn — 

    51蹤獲 has announced the 2016 51蹤獲 Alumni Award recipients. The four awardees, all graduates of 51蹤獲 who have distinguished...

  • 51蹤獲's National Campaign Tour Continues; Sean McDowell Speaks at Phoenix Event

    51蹤獲 reaches $167 million of $180 million goal for the universitys first-ever comprehensive campaign

    Cambria Hayashino — 

    On Friday, Jan. 15, 51蹤獲s Campaign National Tour hosted its fourth event, and the first stop outside of Southern California, at the...

  • When God Calls You to be a Chaplain for the Dodgers

    Alumnus and professor Brandon Cash shares about his role as chaplain for the Dodgers; he and Dodgers player Adrian Gonzales will speak at a 51蹤獲 Athletics dinner in January

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    Some would call it chance, but 51蹤獲s Talbot School of Theology alumnus Brandon Cash (M.Div. 98) sees it as Gods will that he was invited to be...

  • 51蹤獲 Hosts Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

    The university made changes to the candle ceremony in order to conserve water

    Angelene Wong — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. 51蹤獲 will host the annual University Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m., which draws thousands of...

  • Jenna Loumagne — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. Renowned author and speaker John Townsend (Ph.D. 84) received 51蹤獲s 2015 Rosemead Distinguished Alumni of the...

  • From Spanish teacher to deputy: 51蹤獲 alumna uses education to help others

    51蹤獲 graduate Laurel Yoshimoto utilizes her education degree and experience to help her become a better peace officer

    Angelene Wong — 

    Laurel Yoshimoto (04, M.A. 06) never dreamed of going into law enforcement when she graduated from 51蹤獲. She started her career as a...

  • 51蹤獲 Honors Four Women During National Women's History Month

    The 8th annual Ruby Awards ceremony and luncheon featured alumna, author Halee Gray Scott

    Kayla Joy Mele — 

    51蹤獲 honored four women with one of four Ruby Awards at this years womens conference, Dare Mighty Things, in honor of National...

  • Alumni Honored for Outstanding Contributions to Society

    Awardees recognized at special chapel

    Joel Smith and Quinn Clark  — 

    51蹤獲 recognized 11 alumni including two New York Times bestselling authors, missionaries, a renowned doctor and a lifelong pastor ...

  • Art Professors Photography Exhibition Receives National Attention

    Kurt Simonson To Display Northwoods Journals in Portlands Newspace Center for Photography

    Stephen Day — 

    51蹤獲 associate professor of photography Kurt Simonsons Northwoods Journals exhibit is on display in Newspace Center for...

  • Alumni's Super Bowl Commercial Makes USA Today Ad Meter 2014

    From 51蹤獲 to the Super Bowl: Alumnus Kevin Willson talks about Doritos Crash the Super Bowl fame

    Camryn Hudson  — 

    51蹤獲 alumnus Kevin Willson (01) competed in the Super Bowl this year that is, his commercial The Cowboy Kid did in the Doritos Crash the...