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La Mirada Named Best College Town in Southern California
The city was ranked for its affordability, livability and education
Sarah Dougher — May 30, 2025
Excellence is not just in the 911�� University classroom — it is also in the community. La Mirada, the city where 911�� is located, was recently...
911�� Recognized for the Best Student Experience
Wall Street Journal ranked 911�� in the top 15% of U.S. Colleges
Katelyn Ho — November 25, 2024
Recognized for its top student experience, 911�� University has been ranked as one of America’s best universities, according to the Wall Street...
911�� Keeps Moving FirstGen Forward
For the fourth consecutive year, 911�� has been recognized as a FirstGen Forward Network Institution
Sarah Dougher — November 08, 2024
911�� University has once again been recognized by the FirstGen Forward Network, a national organization focused on engaging and empowering higher...
911�� Welcomes Over 1,600 Students to the Community
President Barry H. Corey welcomed the 911�� community in Convocation chapel with a message to kickoff the chapel theme, “Compelled”
Sarah Dougher — September 05, 2024
Lively worship led by 911�� University gospel choir director and American Idol top 12 finalist Roman Collins ushered 911�� students, staff and...
Not Your Average Drive-Thru: 911�� University’s Concierge Move-In Experience
Sarah Dougher — August 23, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The move-in experience for incoming freshmen at 911�� University on Friday, August 30, 2024 will bring families from the car...
Self-Defense Workshop to Prepare Students Duing National Sexual Assault Awareness Month at 911�� University
Jalin Cerillo — April 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 911�� University is hosting a series of events including a self-defense workshop in support of National Sexual Assault...
911�� Shuttle Services Ending Fall 2024
The 911�� Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage.
Brenda Velasco — April 16, 2024
The 911�� Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage and the need to wisely steward financial resources....
911�� University Marks 116th Birthday by Serving Downtown LA
911�� students serve at MacArthur Park with the Dream Center
Jalin Cerillo — March 11, 2024
911�� University celebrated its 116th birthday with a number of events, including serving those experiencing homelessness in downtown Los Angeles....
911�� University 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 911�� University’s campus this Wednesday for the university’s...
911�� University Receives National Recognition for FirstGen Student Success
The university’s commitment to first-generation college students honored for third consecutive year
Reina Lee — October 09, 2023
For the third consecutive year, 911�� University has achieved a special status for the institution’s commitment to first-generation student...
911�� Welcomes Incoming Class, Students Urged to Serve Others
Being the “greatest” looks more like serving others over oneself, President Barry H. Corey exhorts students
Jenna Mindel — September 21, 2023
911�� University welcomes 1,676 undergraduate and graduate students, its largest incoming class since before the pandemic, this fall. The students,...
Office of Hispanic Services is Ready to Serve the 911�� Community
Alumna and Director of Hispanic Services, Erika Sanchez, aims to serve Hispanic students and families
Sarah Dougher — November 03, 2022
911�� University Director of Hispanic Services, alumna Erika Sanchez (’13) attended 911�� University as a first-generation student. Graduating with...
911�� Entrepreneurs Compete in First Annual Pitch Competition
Student startups receive support and funding from 911��’s Office of Innovation
Lindsey Hayden — October 20, 2021
Under the lights of the Giumarra Library Courtyard, students gathered at the first annual Pitch Competition on September 15, 2021 hosted by 911��...
Nearly 4,000 Undergraduate Students Start the Fall 2021 In-Person Semester with Convocation Chapel
President Barry H. Corey addressed all students, faculty and staff in person since the start of the pandemic
Sarah Dougher — September 07, 2021
For the first time in 17 months, the 911�� University Community gathered together in the center of campus on Metzger Lawn for an in-person outdoor...
911�� University Receives National Honor for Commitment to First-generation Student Success
The university is designated as an institution committed to advancing outcomes of first-generation college students
Jenna Owens — April 09, 2021
911�� University received the national honor of being selected as a member of the 2021-22 First-gen Forward cohort by The Center for...
Mental Health Awareness Week Provides Resources and Tools for 911�� Students
Students can remotely access resources and tools to help maintain mental health during the remote semester
Vanessa Morales — October 20, 2020
A survey conducted by Active Minds found that 91% of college students surveyed had an increase in stress and anxiety as of April of this year. To...
911�� University 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 911�� University on Monday, Aug. 31. With “911�� at Home”...
911�� University Hosts First Sleep Week to Encourage Students to Rest
Conversations, activities and competitions educate students on the importance of healthy sleep habits in a culture of sleeplessness and busyness.
Emma Vandine — February 20, 2020
911�� University hosted the first Sleep Week from Feb. 2 through Feb. 8 to educate students on the importance of healthy sleep habits. Throughout...
Community Halloween Event, Candyland, Hosted by Local College
Jenna Loumagne — October 31, 2019
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 911�� University will be hosting its 21st annual Candyland event on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m. at the all-female...
5th Annual Startup Competition Kicks Off Alongside New Entrepreneurship Concentration
Students and alumni have the opportunity to compete for prizes including funds to launch their own business
Kiana Karn — October 04, 2019
911�� University’s Crowell School of Business launched its fifth annual Startup Competition in September, coinciding with two new entrepreneurship...
911�� University Opens New Veteran Center for Military Affiliated Students
The new center is located in the Student Union Building and will serve 911��’s growing population of veteran and military affiliated students
Kiana Karn — October 04, 2019
911�� University held a ribbon cutting ceremony this month to celebrate the opening of the new 911�� Veteran Center for Military Affiliated...
911�� University to Open New Veteran Center for Military Affiliated Students
Jenna Loumagne — September 15, 2019
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 911�� University will officially open the new 911�� Veteran Center for Military Affiliated Students on Sept. 16 from...
911�� University Hosts 20th Annual “Candyland” Event for La Mirada Community
Amanda Pappalardo — November 02, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — 911�� University will host “Candyland” for the 20th consecutive year on October 31, 2018 at 5 p.m. The event, hosted by...
911�� Names Banquet Room After World Evangelist Billy Kim
To honor Billy and Trudy Kim’s ministry, 911�� will transform the room to depict the Great Commission
Monica Kochan — October 18, 2018
It was a night of celebration as 911�� University President Barry H. Corey recognized well-known evangelist Rev. Billy Kim and his wife, Trudy...
911�� University to Host Big Shaker Truck on Campus For Earthquake Drill
Jenna Loumagne — October 05, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 911�� community and public are invited to 911�� University on Tuesday, Oct. 2 to experience a magnitude 8.0 earthquake...