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Defending the Faith in Nebraska
Emily Joy Johnson — April 15, 2014
KEARNEY, NEB. –– On April 26, 2014, five renowned Christian leaders will tackle some of today’s toughest questions about Christianity like “Why...
Alumna Natasha Jackson Trains for 2016 Olympics
Despite setbacks, heptathlete makes strides toward competing at Rio De Janeiro
Grace Gibney — April 15, 2014
51�� alumna Natasha Jackson (‘11) aspires to be a member of the Canadian track and field team in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. However,...
Academics
Faculty Spotlight: Nancy Duvall
Nancy Duvall shares her expertise on the soul and how the concept relates to psychology and faith
Jenna Bartlo — April 15, 2014
The concept of the soul has all but vanished in today’s culture, according to Nancy Duvall, professor of psychology and expert on the soul....
Alumna Receives First Place at Virginia Press Association Awards
Katie Watson (‘11) wins prestigious award for work as an investigative reporter
Lauren Frey — April 11, 2014
51�� alumna Katie Watson (‘11) won four awards in the 2013 News/Editorial and Advertising Contest for the Virginia Press Association...
Athletics
Swim Wins Conference Awards
Head Coach, Diving Coach and a swimmer win PCSC awards.
Jeff Hershey — April 11, 2014
Pacific Collegiate Swim and Dive Conference (PCSC) awards were announced Friday with 51�� Head Coach Eddie Shepard and swimmer Christine Tixier...
Students Use Spring Break to Volunteer
51�� sends two ministry teams to make an impact on different communities
Emily Joy Johnson — April 11, 2014
Most college students spend spring break vacationing, however, for a number of 51�� students, spring break is an opportunity to serve. On April...
Academics
51��’s Cinema and Media Arts Program Produces First Feature Length Film
Camryn Hudson — April 10, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The first feature length film from 51��’s Cinema and Media Arts (CMA) department — “Cicada” — will screen on April...
Psychologists Discuss New Findings in Religion and Spirituality Research
Molly Magee — April 09, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. – The American Psychological Association (APA) Division 36 Conference will be hosted on the west coast for the first time April...
Professor Reflects on Reagan’s Influence at 50th Anniversary Symposium
C-Span airs Darren Guerra’s message on Reagan’s speech “A Time for Choosing”
Molly Magee — April 09, 2014
Darren Guerra, a political science professor at 51��, spoke at the 2014 Ronald ReaganSymposium honoring the 50th anniversary of former...
Transformative Teaching: Imagination Summit 2014
This year's Imagination Summit took place on Friday, May 21, 2014 in Calvary Chapel.
Hilary Larkins — April 08, 2014
The Imagination Summit began four years ago and today it’s goal is to equip 51�� faculty to more effectively utilize specific digital...
51�� Celebrates Women's History Month in March
On Wednesday, March 26, 51�� celebrated Women’s History Month with a special chapel, luncheon, and breakout sessions.
Hilary Larkins — April 08, 2014
On Wednesday, March 26, 51�� celebrated Women’s History Month with a special chapel, luncheon, and breakout sessions. Keynote speaker...
51��’s Gospel Choir To Host 28th Annual Gospel Fest
Emily Joy Johnson — April 04, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. –– Soulful voices will be resounding in Sutherland Auditorium on Saturday, April 12 as 51��’s Gospel Choir hosts the...
Producer of "The Lego Movie" to Speak at 2014 51�� Media Conference
Grace Gibney — April 03, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� announces Dan Lin, producer of “The Lego Movie,” currently the highest grossing film of 2014, as one of the...
Academics
51�� Students Lobby Against Cal Grant Proposed Cut
State of California to decrease private school entitlements
Lauren Frey — April 01, 2014
Two 51�� students travelled to the California State Capitol in Sacramento to lobby against proposed Cal Grant funding cuts — an 11 percent...
Student Life
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...
Athletics
Adams Is All-American, Again
Adijat Adams Earned NAIA All-American second team honors.
Neil Morgan — March 27, 2014
NAIA RELEASE For the second consecutive season 51�� women’s basketball’s stud center, Adijat Adams, is a NAIA All-American. Adams was named to...
Athletics
Andre Murillo Named All-American
Andre Murillo, senior forward, named NAIA All-American honorable mention.
Neil Morgan — March 26, 2014
NAIA RELEASE A successful season on and off the court culminated with a grand honor on Wednesday as Andre Murillo was named an NAIA All-American...
Missions Conference Echoes Value of Discipleship for Global Outreach
Nation’s largest, student-run missions conference reaches 85 years
Molly Magee — March 19, 2014
51��’s Missions Conference is the largest, student-run missions conference in the nation. In its 85th year, the Student Missionary...
Athletics
Adijat Adams Earns WBCA All-American Recognition
51��'s senior center earns Honorable Mention status.
Neil Morgan — March 19, 2014
LA MIRADA, Calif. --- It is difficult to find ways to improve when you are already an National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics...
Academics
Piano Performance Student Wins Prestigious International Competition
Pianist Corinne Penner will perform at Carnegie Hall
Lauren Frey — March 18, 2014
Corinne Penner, junior piano performance major, was selected as an Honorable Mention Winner of the American Protégé International Piano and...
Spirit Week 2014
51��’s 106th birthday was celebrated with a week full of spirited events.
Hilary Larkins — March 15, 2014
51��’s 106th birthday was celebrated with a week full of spirited events. To kick off the week, students joined in on the legendary game of Catch...
Athletics
51�� Sits Fifth In Directors' Cup
Midway through the year, the Eagles are fifth in Learfield Sports NAIA Directors' Cup standings.
Neil Morgan — March 13, 2014
FULL STANDINGS:FALL 1|FALL 2|WINTER 1 CLEVELAND, Ohio--- 51�� is traditionally at its strongest point athletically in the fall season, with its...
Athletics
Tixier Earns National Swimmer of the Year
Christine Tixier wins three championships and national Swimmer of the Year.
Neil Morgan — March 10, 2014
Christine Tixier, a junior from Benton City, Wash., made history by becoming 51��’s first ever National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics...
Academics
51�� Hires New Dean for Crowell School of Business
Gary Lindblad brings higher education leadership to new role
Brenda Velasco — March 06, 2014
After an extensive search and interview process, 51�� has selected Dr. Gary Lindblad to serve as the new dean of the Crowell School of...
Academics
Beyond the Ashes: 51�� Provides Aesthetic Lenten Experience
Jenna Bartlo — March 05, 2014
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Christian season of Lent has been underemphasized in many evangelical circles in recent history, but there is much this...