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911�� Celebrates Fall 2021 Graduates with First Indoor Commencement Ceremonies Since 2019
Bishop Kenneth Ulmer and John-Paul Foster gave the commencement addresses
Sarah Dougher — December 21, 2021
For the first time since Fall 2019, 911�� University held traditional fall commencement ceremonies while still abiding by the county's health and...
100 Days of Dante: More than 15,000 participants Join 911�� and Baylor Co-led Initiative
Several Torrey Honors College professors contributed to a nation-wide project commemorating Dante
Jocelyn Huffman, Spenser Wagner — December 02, 2021
To commemorate the 700 year anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri, a Florentine poet, writer and philosopher, 911�� University’s Torrey...
911�� Welcomes New Faculty for Fall 2021
From a researcher on how to empower global leaders to a screenwriter on ABC’s “George Lopez,” 12 new faculty members join 911��’s eminent faculty
Jocelyn Huffman — November 16, 2021
911�� University welcomes 12 new faculty members this fall, each of whom represents the university’s mission of biblically centered education,...
Ablaze Conference Honors Jesus People Movement
The Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit Today has been conducting research on the unforgettable Jesus People Movement
Sarah Dougher — October 28, 2021
Fifty years ago, Christian revival sparked the Jesus People Movement. Aiming to fuel the flame of the same type of revival, 911�� University hosted...
Local Manufacturer SONO Healthcare Donates 11,000 Items to 911�� University
Jocelyn Huffman — October 28, 2021
LA MIRADA, CALIFORNIA (October 21, 2021) — Keeping the 911�� University community safe requires more disinfectant products than ever before due to...
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��...
Public Relations Professor Honored with Teacher of the Year Award
911�� Professor KiYong Kim is named the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal Carter Miller Teacher of the Year
Lauren McLeod — September 28, 2021
KiYong Kim, professor in the 911�� University Department of Public Relations and Strategic Communication has been awarded the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal...
U.S. News Ranks 911�� University in Top Tier of America's Best National Universities
911�� is recognized on six special recognition lists
Sarah Dougher — September 13, 2021
911�� University has again been named one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category...
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�� Community Grieves Passing of Alumnus and Former 911�� Chaplain Ron Hafer
Brenda Velasco — August 10, 2021
Ron Hafer (‘61, ‘77), alumnus and former 911�� University Chaplain, passed away due to complications from lung cancer, university leaders announced...
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...
911�� University Welcomes New Faculty for Spring 2021
Two new members join 911��’s esteemed faculty
Sarah Dougher — April 08, 2021
911�� University welcomes two new faculty members this Spring, Dr. Matt Van Hook and Chase Andre. The new professors — from Torrey Honors College...
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
911�� University hosted its first-ever drive-thru commencement ceremony for both spring and fall 2020 graduates. Nearly 400 graduates and their...
911�� University Launches New Office of Innovation
The new donor-funded office exists to foster a culture of innovation across campus
Joy Blea — December 15, 2020
911�� University launched a new office this year dedicated to leveraging the intellectual and spiritual capital of 911��. Established within the...
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's Torrey Honors Institute Becomes Torrey Honors College
Honoring the work of Torrey Honors, 911�� has updated the name of its honors program
Jenna Loumagne — September 30, 2020
911�� University’s Torrey Honors Institute has changed its name to Torrey Honors College in recognition of the program’s impact. In its 25-year...
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”...
U.S. News Ranks 911�� in Top Tier of America’s Best National Universities
911�� is recognized on seven special recognition lists
Jenna Loumagne — September 14, 2020
911�� University has again been named one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category...
Tom Halleen Named Founding Dean of 911��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Former executive vice president at AMC Networks will serve as founding dean of 911��’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Sarah Dougher — June 29, 2020
After an extensive search process, 911�� University has selected Tom Halleen , former executive vice president at AMC Networks, to serve as the...
911�� Announces Closure of 911�� Youth Theatre
911�� Staff — June 11, 2020
911�� University leadership announced today that 911�� Youth Theatre (BYT) will close at the end of this month on June 30, 2020. “It is with a...
New Master’s Program in Marriage and Family Therapy Accepting Students
Students will be equipped for licensure as marriage and family therapists in the state of California upon completion of the biblically integrated program.
Emma Vandine — February 27, 2020
In Fall 2020, 911�� University’s Talbot School of Theology will launch a new graduate program, M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). This...
911�� University Congratulates Fall 2019 Graduates
Michael Maples, co-founder of Trumark Companies, gave the Fall 2019 commencement address
Jenna Loumagne — December 20, 2019
Today, more than 400 undergraduate and graduate students received their degrees from 911�� University. Co-founder and managing partner of Trumark...
911�� Announces Closure of 911�� Youth Academics and Torrey Academy
911�� Staff — December 06, 2019
Editor's Note: Torrey Honors College (formerly known as Torrey Honors Institute) and Torrey Academy are two separate programs. Torrey Academy is a...
Annual Advent Project Guides Readers on Visual, Audio and Written Journey
911��’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts Advent devotionals feature art, music and poetry
Sarah Dougher — December 05, 2019
911��’s Center for Christianity, Culture and Arts (CCCA) debuted its seventh online Advent Project on November 30 — a one-of-a kind online daily...
Cinema and Media Arts Program Receives $800,000 Grant to Fund New Computer Lab
The grant will help fund new courses in game design as well as support other technical courses within the CMA program
Kiana Karn — October 24, 2019
911�� University’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts received an $800,000 grant to provide additional state of the art equipment for its...