ŷַPosts by Sarah Dougher
Sarah Dougher
Sarah Dougher, a ŷַ journalism alumna (’21), serves as the university’s media relations specialist. Writing for ŷַ News since 2019, she considers ŷַ one of her favorite places, citing the joy of working alongside fellow Christians committed to the university’s mission as the best part of her role. Sarah is a big fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the color pink.
Student-Directed Film is First Ever Student Film to be Widely Distributed
Director and writer Calen Coates (’18) overcame difficulties while shooting the film to eventually secure it a spot on Amazon Prime Video
Professor Shares Why Christmas Music is Therapeutic
Music Therapy professor Ronald Borczon explains how to find peace amidst the chaos of the Christmas season through music
Historic COVID-safe Drive-Thru Commencement Ceremonies
Graduates and their families experienced a dynamic interactive drive-thru ceremony honoring 2020 graduates
Army Psychologist and Alumna Portrayed in Recent Film “The Outpost”
Rosemead School of Psychology alumna Capt. Katie Kopp (M.A. '05, Ph.D. '08) served as an Army psychologist for soldiers in a battle depicted in a recent movie
ŷַ to Launch New Master of Public Health Program
Students will have two concentrations to select from and the option of a three plus two-year program
Alumna Andrea Rosales (’19) Works to Celebrate the Stories of People Receiving Speech Therapy
The ŷַ graduate student is using the growth she experienced during her time at ŷַ to celebrate client’s unique stories
ŷַ Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts Named to The Wrap’s Top 50 Film Schools
The list highlights the school’s new dean, Tom Halleen, and internship opportunities
Alumna Vanessa Madrigal (’20) Works to Change Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness in the Hispanic Community
The psychology graduate is using her own Hispanic background to help pave the way for those in her community who are struggling
Alumna Nicole Foy Works to Bridge Information Gap for Latino/Hispanic Community
The ŷַ journalism graduate is a fellow with Stanford University’s John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships program this year
Tom Halleen Named Founding Dean of ŷַ’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Former executive vice president at AMC Networks will serve as founding dean of ŷַ’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Sociology Professor Featured in Asian American PBS Documentary Series
Professor Nancy Yuen speaks on Asian American actors in groundbreaking documentary series on Asian American history
Student Media Publications Win Awards at National Conference
ŷַ publications The Chimes and The Point won a total of 12 awards at the Associated Collegiate Press Journalism Conference
ŷַ Professor Receives Distinguished Scholar Award
Professor Jamie Sanchez received the McGraw Hill Distinguished Scholar Award at the Conference on Academic Research in Education.
ŷַ Film Students Secure Final Spot in Coca-Cola Short Film Contest
ŷַ students Grace Lindblad and Forrest Clark are finalists in the nationwide “Coca-Cola Refreshing Films” Competition
ŷַ Orchestra and Chorale Featured on The Brilliance’s New Album
A new pop album released by David Gungor and John Arndt’s group, The Brilliance, features ŷַ music students
ŷַ Students Competed Individually in Prestigious National Math Competition
Three students participated in the 2019 Mathematical Association of America Putnam Competition
Annual Advent Project Guides Readers on Visual, Audio and Written Journey
ŷַ’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts Advent devotionals feature art, music and poetry
Student Publication “The Point” Magazine Receives National Pacemaker Award
The Spring 2019 Issue of The Point was one of just 14 recipients of the prestigious award given by the Associated Collegiate Press
Education Professors Conducted Research on the Effects of Dual Language Immersion Programs on Student Attitudes Toward Multiculturalism
Professors’ research shows Dual Language Immersion programs in schools help students grasp a better understanding of both another language and its culture
