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ŷ��ַ Celebrates Class of 2025
Over 1,000 graduates crossed the stage at commencement ceremonies on May 9 and 10
Sarah Dougher — May 13, 2025
The unusual May heat did not limit the pomp and circumstance at ŷ��ַ’s Commencement Ceremonies on May 9 and 10, where over 1,000...
Over 1,000 ŷ��ַ Graduates to Earn Degrees
Sarah Dougher — May 06, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ŷ��ַ will host nearly 10,000 guests for its Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May...
ŷ��ַ Grieves the Passing of Crowell School of Business Student Avarie Tierney
Avarie was known for her kindness, laughter and boldness
Sarah Dougher — April 28, 2025
The ŷ��ַ community is deeply saddened to share that Avarie Tierney, a student studying Business Administration in the Crowell School of...
ŷ��ַ Earns Recognition in the Carnegie Foundation 2025 Classifications for Institutional Excellence and Student Success
Sarah Dougher — April 24, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ŷ��ַ has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in its 2025 Institutional...
Six Incoming ŷ��ַ Students Earn Full-Tuition Scholarship
Trustee Scholarship recipients have demonstrated academic excellence, strength of character, community contribution and Christian maturity
Sarah Dougher — April 22, 2025
A new full-tuition scholarship — the Trustee Scholarship — has been awarded to six incoming ŷ��ַ students who exemplify academic...
ŷ��ַ Remembers Former First Lady Anna Belle Cook (’55)
Anna Belle and her husband Clyde Cook had profound influence on ŷ��ַ, its mission and vision for 25 years
Sarah Dougher — April 14, 2025
Anna Belle Cook (Lund, ’55), the former first lady of ŷ��ַ, wife of ŷ��ַ’s seventh president Dr. Clyde Cook (B.A. ’57, M.Div. ’60,...
Tim and Kathy Keller Honored with the 11th Annual Charles W. Colson Award
The Kellers’ lifelong commitment to gospel ministry was honored during the award ceremony
Katelyn Ho — April 14, 2025
Christian author, apologist and pastor Timothy Keller and his wife Kathy Keller are the joint recipients of ŷ��ַ’s 2025Charles W....
Tim and Kathy Keller to Receive Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award
Katelyn Ho — April 03, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Timothy “Tim” Keller and his wife Kathy are the joint recipients of ŷ��ַ’s 2025 Charles W. Colson Award for...
ŷ��ַ Missions Conference Renamed After Clyde and Anna Belle Cook
The annual largest student-led missions conference in the world now honors ŷ��ַ’s seventh president and first lady
ŷ��ַ Staff — March 19, 2025
The legacy of ŷ��ַ’s seventh president, missionary and founder of ŷ��ַ’s former intercultural studies school was honored today during...
ŷ��ַ Partners with YouVersion to Offer Lent and Advent Reading Plans to a Global Audience
Sarah Dougher — March 17, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ŷ��ַ is partnering with YouVersion, the world’s leading Bible app, to widely distribute biblically rich reading...
Record-breaking Amount Raised for the ŷ��ַ Fund
A Legacy of Generosity Abounds
Amy Weaver — March 04, 2025
ŷ��ַ's third annual Giving Day, themed "Make A Way," took place over 36 hours, starting on February 25, 2025, and concluding with...
The Last Words of Christ Explored in ŷ��ַ’s 2025 Lent Project
Sarah Dougher — March 04, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ŷ��ַ’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts (CCCA) is launching its 2025 Lent Project, a free online...
ŷ��ַ’s 117th Birthday Trivia Challenge
Test your knowledge of ŷ��ַ’s history, traditions and fun facts
Katelin Izumigawa — February 25, 2025
This year marks ŷ��ַ’s 117th birthday! To celebrate the occasion, ŷ��ַ’s community had a chance to put their university knowledge to...
ŷ��ַ Partnering with Samaritan's Purse for Eaton Fire Recovery
Sarah Dougher — February 17, 2025
PASADENA, CALIF. — On Saturday, Feb. 22, a group of ŷ��ַ students and staff will partner with Samaritan's Purse to provide direct aid...
ŷ��ַ Brews Up Something Special with Alumni Coffee Collaboration
Alumni Andrew Phillips (B.A. ’03, M.A. ’08) and Nathan Tourtellotte (B.A. ’04) are bringing their signature coffee blend to ŷ��ַ
Sarah Dougher — February 17, 2025
“Welcome to the process” painted in white on a dark wall welcomes guests into a Long Beach coffee shop. The aroma of roasted coffee beans permeates...
ŷ��ַ Remembers Devoted Partner in Leadership and Beloved Alumna
Mary Chase (’52), wife of ŷ��ַ’s sixth president J. Richard Chase, leaves a strong ŷ��ַ legacy
Sarah Dougher — February 03, 2025
ŷ��ַ celebrates the legacy and mourns the loss of former presidential spouse Mary Chase who passed away on January 25, 2025 at the age...
Ways to Support Our L.A. Neighbors Affected by the Wildfires
ŷ��ַ Staff — January 17, 2025
ŷ��ַ is grieved by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County. While ŷ��ַ’s campus remainssafe and open, some members of our...
Update on Road Travel to ŷ��ַ in light of Fires
Sarah Dougher — January 10, 2025
ŷ��ַ is looking forward to welcome students back to start the Spring 2025 semester next week. As students prepare to travel back to ŷ��ַ's campus...
ŷ��ַ Carries the Legacy of World-Renowned Artist Peter Brandes
The Danish artist and his wife are the visionaries behind the 2018 Calvary Chapel renovation
Sarah Dougher — January 09, 2025
World-renowned artist Peter Brandes, who died on January 4, 2025, left a profound legacy at ŷ��ַ through the stained glass windows he...
ŷ��ַ 2024 Wrapped
Enjoy a snapshot of five of the top ŷ��ַ moments of 2024
Sarah Dougher — December 18, 2024
As we prepare to ring in the new year, here’s a look at some of the top 2024 moments at ŷ��ַ. Mock Rock The tradition goes on! ŷ��ַ’s...
Ten Students Inducted Into ŷ��ַ Epsilon Kappa Epsilon Honor Society
Only 5% of the graduating undergraduate class are invited into the society
Sarah Dougher — December 16, 2024
ŷ��ַ has selected a total of 10 graduating undergraduate students for membership into the university’s honors baccalaureate society,...
ŷ��ַ’s Christmas Tree Lighting Tradition Shines for 41st Year
Sarah Dougher — December 04, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — For the 41st year, ŷ��ַ is hosting its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024. Guests will hear a...
ŷ��ַ Recognized for the Best Student Experience
Wall Street Journal ranked ŷ��ַ in the top 15% of U.S. Colleges
Katelyn Ho — November 25, 2024
Recognized for its top student experience, ŷ��ַ has been ranked as one of America’s best universities, according to the Wall Street...
The Greatest Song to Lead ŷ��ַ’s 2024 Advent Project
Katelyn Ho — November 22, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ŷ��ַ’s 2024 Advent Project will begin on Saturday, November 30, launching the 12th anniversary of the annual ŷ��ַ...
Alumnus John Thune Voted as Senate Majority Leader
The South Dakota senator will replace current Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell
Sarah Dougher — November 13, 2024
ŷ��ַ alumnus Senator John Thune (’83) is the next United States Senate Majority Leader. He will replace Senator Mitch McConnell, who...