Celebrating the Spirit of Hope

2026 Gala Raises More than $200K for Student Scholarships

Posted: April 30, 2026

HIU's 2026 gala raised more than $200,000 for student scholarships, which is the second highest amount in the history of HIU's signature event.

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Spring Musical Auditions Jan 23-25

Open Auditions for Fiddler on the Roof

Posted: January 12, 2026

Auditions are open to all HIU students, alumni, staff, and faculty, as well as family members or others who are closely affiliated with the University. Any level of ability or experience is welcomed.

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Encouraging Teens to PURSUE Their Calling

HIU Hosts Annual CIY Conference for the 2nd Year

Posted: November 18, 2025

There is an urgent, growing need to fill the pipeline for the next generation of church and ministry leaders. In response, HIU hosted the PURSUE Conference of CIY (Christ in Youth) again this year.

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Ministry Students Attend SPIRE, Visit Movement Roots

Trip to Kentucky inspires and affirms student's callings

Posted: October 1, 2025

HIU ministry professors, Dr. Toney and Dr. Dagley, took four current ministry students to Louisville, KY, for the annual SPIRE Conference and to visit historic sites of the Christian Church movement.

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2025 HIU Golf Challenge Raises Nearly $50k for Students

HIU's 19th Annual Golf Fundraiser for Student Scholarships

Posted: September 9, 2025

Our generous donors and sponsors teamed up to give nearly $50,000 to benefit Hope students through funding scholarships and departmental programs. To date, HIU's tournament has raised more than $1,000,000 to benefit Hope students.

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In Loving Memory: Dr. Paul McReynolds

A Tribute to a Beloved HIU Professor

Posted: September 4, 2025

Retired Pacific Christian College/Hope International University Professor (and Administrator) Paul McReynolds passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, from cancer and complications from cancer. He was 88.

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Honoring a Legacy of Learning

In Loving Memory of Dr. John Webb

Posted: July 2, 2025

Dr. John Webb, who retired from HIU in 2014 after 26 years of service, passed into eternity this May. His life and ministry left an indelible mark on all who had the honor of knowing him.

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The Spirit of Hope is Alive and Well

HIU's Annual Gala Raises More Than $180K for Student Scholarships

Posted: May 28, 2025

On Saturday, April 26, hundreds of HIU supporters, friends, alumni, Student Ambassadors, and staff converged in the Grand Ballroom of the Disneyland Resort Hotel to enjoy Hope International University's annual Spirit of Hope Concert & Awards Gala.

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Alumnus Named Lead Pastor at Christ Church in Oak Brook, IL

Steve Carter (BA '02) to take over upon Rev. Dan Myers' retirement

Posted: November 14, 2024

The membership of Christ Church voted to call Rev. Steve Carter to serve as their next Lead Pastor when the Rev. Dr. Dan Meyer retires in January 2025.

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