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911�� University Appoints New Vice President of Advancement
David Vazquez will assume the position beginning on June 1
Sarah Dougher — April 11, 2024
Yesterday, 911�� University announced the appointment of David Vazquez as its new Vice President for Advancement. Vazquez will transition out of...
School of Science, Technology and Health
911�� to Launch New Healthcare Management Program
New degree program, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management provides pathway to clinical nursing program and a growing healthcare industry
Jalin Cerillo — April 03, 2024
For those looking to make a difference in the world of healthcare, 911�� University is now offering a new academic program — a Bachelor of Science...
School of Science, Technology and Health, Student Achievements
911�� Students Score in Top 23% of Schools in Prestigious National Math Competition
Six students participated in the 2023 Mathematical Association of America Putnam Competition
Grace Morales — April 02, 2024
911�� University School of Science, Technology and Health students scored in the top 23% of math departments eligible to participate in last year’s...
School of Education
911�� University to Close TESOL Program
The program will enter a “teach-out” phase and will not accept any new students starting Summer 2024
Sarah Dougher — March 27, 2024
On March 22 911�� University announced the closure of the online and in-person Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) degrees,...
Alumni, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Torrey Honors College Offers ‘Unparalleled’ Education, says 911�� Alumnus
Current Yale graduate student Gavin Susantio (’21) hopes to disciple the next generation of Christian philosophers
Jalin Cerillo — March 27, 2024
Growing up in Indonesia, 911�� University alumnus Gavin Susantio (’21) dreamt of becoming a Christian apologist and author. He quickly realized the...
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
First Look: 911��’s New World-Class Film School Studio Facility
The Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts’s new home will rival best educational facilities for media training
Jenna Loumagne — March 26, 2024
Demolition began earlier this month to make way for 911�� University to break ground in 2024 on a world-class studio facility for the Snyder School...
Faculty Highlights, Research, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Sociology Professor Publishes Book about Faith-Based Advocacy in Southern California
Dr. Brad Christerson released "God's Resistance: Mobilizing Faith to Defend Immigrants" in November
Abi Goosen — March 26, 2024
People of faith have been pivotal in advocating for immigrant rights in the U.S. historically and in contemporary times, according to 911��...
Alumni, University News
911�� Honors Rev. Andy Bales with Tenth Annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage
Honored during Missions Conference, Bales embodies the Great Commission in his daily work
Sarah Dougher — March 21, 2024
Today, the former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, received the tenth annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage....
Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Two Film Alumni Release Feature Film About Faith and Redemption
Directed and produced by Cinema and Media Arts Alumni, Pastor’s Kid is Based on a True Story
Lisa Kim — March 19, 2024
Pastor’s Kid, a feature film based on a true story, directed and produced by alumni from 911�� University’s Snyder School of Cinema & Media...
School of Fine Arts and Communication
911�� Chorale Receives Prestigious Honor of Performing at Regional Conference
After a competitive audition process, the 911�� Chorale was invited to perform at ACDA
Grace Morales — March 19, 2024
After a competitive audition process, the 911�� University Chorale was selected as one of four universities out of a six-state western region to...
Student Life, University News
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....
School of Fine Arts and Communication
Communication Professor Has Unique Opportunity to Visit Israel
Amidst war, Dr. Tim Muehlhoff flies to Israel to learn from those directly impacted
Grace Morales — March 07, 2024
“It was a deeply moving experience to hear about centuries of pain, suffering, mistrust and war,” said 911�� University Professor of Communication...
University News
URM’s Rev. Andy Bales to Receive 911�� University 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 911�� University’s Charles W. Colson Award...
Faculty Highlights, Talbot School of Theology
New Testament Professor’s Book Finalist in Christianity Today’s 2024 Book Awards
Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall’s book on faith, identity and race gains attention
Jenna Mindel — March 01, 2024
911�� University Professor of New Testament Dr. Michelle Lee-Barnewall is receiving attention for her new book. Her book, A Longing to Belong:...
911�� University Marks 116th Birthday with Serving Downtown LA
Jalin Cerillo — February 23, 2024
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. — 116 years ago this week, 911�� University was founded in downtown Los Angeles. On Wednesday, 911�� students served the city...
Alumni, School of Science, Technology and Health
Nursing Alumna in Israel to Help Provide Lifesaving Healthcare to Children
Bethany Harper (’20) is working with the nonprofit Shevet Achim to serve children from Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Northern Iraq and Syria
Sarah Dougher — February 20, 2024
The dire situation in Gaza and the West Bank is rightfully in the spotlight, but for 911�� University alumna, Bethany Harper (’20), her eyes were...
Academics, University News
911�� Welcomes Back Alumnus Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address
With over 130 million social media followers, King enchants global audiences with his “magical” video content
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2024
Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 911�� University’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
Talbot School of Theology
911�� University Installs Dr. Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
“Pray we make much of Jesus today.”
Sarah Dougher — February 13, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Today, Dr. Ed Stetzer was formally inaugurated as the seventh dean of Talbot School of Theology at 911�� University. For the...
Academics, Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, University News
Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, 911�� University
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver 911�� University’s Spring 2024...
Academics, Student Life, University News
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...
University News
911�� University to Host LA County Fire Department Personnel Training
Sarah Dougher — January 29, 2024
With the imminent demolition of some older buildings on 911�� University’s campus, The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) is presented with...
School of Fine Arts and Communication
911�� Students Turning Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Forty-nine 911�� University students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around...
Student Achievements
911�� Students Turn Hot-Button Political Issues into Experiential Civic Learning
Students lead the way in building leadership skills by talking politics with a stranger
Sarah Dougher — January 18, 2024
Forty-nine 911�� University students recently took on the challenge of talking politics with a stranger to build skills around civil discourse....
University News
911�� to Welcome New Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing
Sarah Dougher — January 11, 2024
911�� University is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracey Harrison as the new Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing....
Athletics
911�� in Top Six NCAA DII Schools to Receive Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence
The recognition is awarded to only 44 Division II schools that have achieved an academic success rate of 90% or higher
Sarah Dougher — December 20, 2023
911�� University is one of the top six NCAA Division II schools to earn the Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence, earning a 98% in Academic...