Press Releases

Date Announced for HIU's Annual SPIRIT OF HOPE Gala

Saturday, September 24, at the Disneyland Hotel

Posted: August 15, 2016

Gala guests will enjoy an elegant evening of gourmet dining and live performances, including current HIU students and the popular recording group, All Things New.

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New Dean of HIU's College of Business Brings Global Perspective and Strong Sense of Mission

LaSharnda Beckwith, Ph.D, is delighted to join the faculty at Hope International University, where her international training and her personal mission are an ideal fit.

Posted: June 17, 2016

As the new Dean of HIU's College of Business & Management, Dr. Beckwith's number one priority is to further the integration of faith with business...

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Hope International University Expands East via Merger with Nebraska Christian College

Hope International University (HIU) announces the finalization of its historic merger with Nebraska Christian College (NCC) in Papillion, Nebraska.

Posted: May 25, 2016

In early 2015, HIU signed a memorandum of understanding with NCC in order to explore the possibility of a partnership between the two longstanding institutions of Christian higher education. That exploration culminated in the milestone decision to merge

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Spring 2016 Commencement Celebrates HIU's Largest Graduating Class

On Saturday, May 14, 2016, Hope International University proudly conferred degrees upon 202 undergraduate and graduate students who successfully completed their chosen course of study

Posted: May 16, 2016

The Class of 2016 marks the largest graduating class in HIU's 88-year history.

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HIU Staff and Students Unite to "Love Fullerton"

HIU students and staff invested their time and energy in OC United's "Unite for Cities" project.

Posted: May 3, 2016

On April 30, 2016, a compassionate group of HIU students and staff invested their time and energy in OC United's "Unite for Cities" project, spending a Saturday afternoon serving the local community.

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HIU Worship Team Releases New Album, "Back To Life"

under the direction of Tom Brooks

Posted: April 28, 2016

Under the leadership of Tom Brooks, HIU's brand new full-length worship album, "Back to Life", has been recorded, released, and will soon be available on iTunes and Spotify.

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Spring 2016 Commencement

Congratulations to the 2016 graduating class!

Posted: April 13, 2016

HIU will celebrate its 101st commencement on Saturday, May 14th, 2016.

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HIU's MFT Program Granted International Accreditation

Approved by the International Family Therapy Association

Posted: March 8, 2016

HIU's Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program has been granted accreditation by the International Accreditation Commission for Systemic Therapy Education (IACSTE).

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HIU Royals Advance to Third Consecutive GSAC Tournament Championship

HIU Royals will face off against Biola Eagles for GSAC Championship

Posted: March 7, 2016

The seventh-ranked and second-seeded HIU Royals men's basketball team punched their ticket to the GSAC Championship for the third straight season on Saturday with a dominant 73-53 win over the Vanguard Lions.

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