Press Releases

School of Fine Arts and Communication
51�� Partners with OC United to Redeem Valentine’s Day
Sarah Dougher — February 04, 2025
FULLERTON, CALIF. — For the sixth year, a 51�� professor along with students in his Gender and Communication class will help redeem...
Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
51�� Alumni Are Crashing the Super Bowl
Nate Norell (’18) won the Doritos “Crash the Super Bowl” commercial contest
Sarah Dougher — February 03, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumni will be taking center stage during the Super Bowl commercials on Sunday, Feb....
Talbot School of Theology
Prominent Christian Leader and Dean Ed Stetzer Leads the Way for Pastors in the U.S.
Dean of 51�� Talbot School of Theology will visit over 20 locations in the U.S.
Sarah Dougher — January 31, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Pastors and ministry leaders are challenged to lead the way in the midst of today’s cultural climate of confusion,...
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Torrey Honors College Partners with Oxford University for New Semester Study Abroad Opportunity
Katelyn Ho — January 27, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 51�� Torrey Honors College has launched a new partnership with the University of Oxford designed specifically...
University News
Ways to Support Our L.A. Neighbors Affected by the Wildfires
51�� Staff — January 17, 2025
51�� is grieved by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County. While 51��’s campus remainssafe and open, some members of our...
University News
Update on Road Travel to 51�� in light of Fires
Sarah Dougher — January 10, 2025
51�� is looking forward to welcome students back to start the Spring 2025 semester next week. As students prepare to travel back to 51��'s campus...
University News
51��’s Christmas Tree Lighting Tradition Shines for 41st Year
Sarah Dougher — December 04, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — For the 41st year, 51�� is hosting its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024. Guests will hear a...
University News
The Greatest Song to Lead 51��’s 2024 Advent Project
Katelyn Ho — November 22, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51��’s 2024 Advent Project will begin on Saturday, November 30, launching the 12th anniversary of the annual 51��...
University News
51�� to Host Love La Mirada Serve Day
Sarah Dougher — October 17, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Nestled in the heart of La Mirada sits 51��, the Christian university known for being the number one university to...
Rosemead School of Psychology
51��’s Mental Health and the Church Initiative to Co-Host the 2024 Church Mental Health Summit
Katelyn Ho — October 08, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — More than 40industry leaders in faith and mental health will share their expertise on loss and griefat the 5th annualChurch...
Crowell School of Business
51�� Leads in Addressing AI and Faith Issues Through New EngageX Series
Katelyn Ho — September 25, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51��’s Crowell School of Business is leading the conversation on AI and how it intersects with faith and business....
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
51�� Breaks Ground on Film Studio Made Possible by In-N-Out Founding Family
Jenna Loumagne — September 06, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51��’s Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts — the nation’s top Christian film school — broke ground on a...
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, University News
51�� Film Studio, Made Possible by In-N-Out Founding Family, Set to Break Ground
Sarah Dougher — August 27, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� will break ground on a state-of-the-art 45,463 square-foot studio facility on Friday, Sept. 6. Made possible...
Student Life, University News
Not Your Average Drive-Thru: 51��’s Concierge Move-In Experience
Sarah Dougher — August 23, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The move-in experience for incoming freshmen at 51�� on Friday, August 30, 2024 will bring families from the car...
End the Stalemate: Sean McDowell and Tim Muehlhoff Urge Dialogue Despite Differences
Jenna Loumagne — May 13, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — With nearly two-thirds of people saying they stay quiet about their beliefs due to the fear of offending others, it’s clear a...
Academics, Student Achievements, University News
51�� Class of 2024: Their First Graduation
Sarah Dougher — April 19, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On May 3 and 4, over 1,000 graduates will receive their diploma from 51��. For many undergraduate students, this...
Student Life
Self-Defense Workshop to Prepare Students Duing National Sexual Assault Awareness Month at 51��
Jalin Cerillo — April 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 51�� is hosting a series of events including a self-defense workshop in support of National Sexual Assault...
Crowell School of Business
10 Finalists Announced for 9th Annual 51�� Startup Competition
Grace Morales — April 17, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 9th annual 51�� Startup Competition has moved into its final round, with 10 teams competing for $20,000 in cash prizes on...
Student Life
51�� Shuttle Services Ending Fall 2024
The 51�� Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage.
Brenda Velasco — April 16, 2024
The 51�� Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage and the need to wisely steward financial resources....
University News
URM’s Rev. Andy Bales to Receive 51�� Award for Profound Impact on Skid Row
Grace Morales — March 04, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, is the 2024 recipient of 51��’s Charles W. Colson Award...
51�� Marks 116th Birthday with Serving Downtown LA
Jalin Cerillo — February 23, 2024
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. — 116 years ago this week, 51�� was founded in downtown Los Angeles. On Wednesday, 51�� students served the city...
Academics, Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, University News
Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, 51��
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 51��’s Spring 2024...
Academics, Student Life, University News
51�� to Host Spring 2024 Career Expo
Jalin Cerillo — February 05, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — More than 40 employers from across Southern California will be on 51��’s campus this Wednesday for the university’s...
University News
51�� to Host LA County Fire Department Personnel Training
Sarah Dougher — January 29, 2024
With the imminent demolition of some older buildings on 51��’s campus, The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) is presented with...
School of Fine Arts and Communication
51�� Students Turning Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Forty-nine 51�� students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around...