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Point Loma Nazarene University Honors “Cereal Entrepreneur”

At its Entrepreneur Enrichment Program Banquet on May 1, 2008, the Fermanian School of Business at Point Loma Nazarene University honored Stephen R. Miller as its “Student-Entrepreneur of the Year” and his business plan for “The Cereal Company.”

Alice Crill Honored May 15

On Thursday, May 15, Alice Crill will be honored at Rhapsody on the Point for her dedication to the children of the Peninsula Community.

Dr. Francis Collins (Dir. Human Genome Project) Lecture Available Online

The Language of God: A Believer Looks at the Human Genome - Francis Collins lecture now available for download.

Rwandan Pastor to Speak on Reconciliation in San Diego

Pierre’s life is an ongoing story of reconciliation in the face of great odds. A pastor in the Church of the Nazarene in Gisenyi, Rwanda, Pierre and his wife, Caritas, are survivors of the Rwandan genocide.

PLNU Announces Plans for Solar Energy System

PLNU announced plans to build a 450 kW solar energy system on its campus. With construction slated to begin this July, this will be the first large commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) system for a San Diego university.

PLNU Welcomes New Wesleyan Center Director

Dr. Mark Mann has been named the new director of the Wesleyan Center for 21st Century Studies at Point Loma Nazarene University.

World-renowned scientist visits PLNU

Collins will discuss his work, and the relationship between faith and science.

Writer's Symposium TV schedule announced

Symposium interviews will be rebroadcast on UCSD-TV.

Conference focuses on gender issues

Creating and sustaining climates in which women and men flourish in Christian higher education.

PLNU accreditation re-affirmed by WASC

Long process proves fruitful for Point Loma.

Sea Lions Win GSAC Tournament Championship

The women's basketball team has now won 22 consecutive games as they prepare for the NAIA National Tournament next week.

High school business students learn the ropes from PLNU mentors

More than 350 high school students are in the program.

Annual Heritage Society Luncheon brings generations together

The luncheon featured resounding messages of celebration, appreciation and hope for the future.

Yancey speaks to local clergy at PLNU’s Pastor’s Day

Popular Christian author also spoke in the university's chapel service.

PLNU hosts luncheon for Kyoto Laureate Award winners

The prize is presented annually in three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.

New ASB officers elected

Students will begin their duties this summer.

PLNU hosts One Book, One San Diego event

Greg Mortenson is the author of "Three Cups of Tea."

Legendary writers highlight annual Writer’s Symposium

Best selling authors Gay Talese, Anchee Min, and Philip Yancey will appear at the symposium.

French poets converge in San Diego for unique international forum

The international conference will run until Feb. 2

PLNU Film Forum: A Night of PLNU student shorts

Eight different student films were shown.

PLNU has new School of Education dean

Dr. Gary Railsback comes to PLNU from George Fox University (OR).

Bank of America market strategist to speak at annual breakfast

As managing director and chief market strategist, Joseph Quinlan oversees the development and implementation of investment strategies to institutional and high net-worth individuals, families and foundations.

G.L. Forward elected to executive council

Forward will serve a three-year term.

President Brower forms new task force to aid in times of crisis

The Relief and Response Task Force will work with the community as a "broker of resources."

PLNU receives $1 million donation gift

Part of the gift will go toward a proposed on-campus fitness center.

Students help give neighborhood a “face lift”

The group was comprised of the leadership of Student Ministries.

University welcomes new Director of Community Development

Mark Marney will be responsible for strategic community development endeavors.

PLNU a big part of wildfire volunteer effort

Students, faculty and staff step up to aid the affected.

EEP moves forward as students’ projects are displayed

The EEP Expo was held Monday, Sept. 24.

PLNU celebrates Fall Festival

Rain can't keep thousands away from the university's celebration of the community.

Dealmaker of the Year awards winners announced

About 300 students, faculty, staff, alumni and local business leaders attended the annual breakfast.

Foundation gift presented to PLNU for Smee Hall

The new facility is scheduled to be completed by spring 2008.

Creation Care Week celebrates stewardship to the earth

Join the PLNU community in this week of environmental activities.

PLNU President honored as part of UPLIFT Tribute & Spirit awards

Fellow honorees include Padres pitcher Trevor Hoffman and Mayor Jerry Sanders.

PLNU welcomes students back for new school year

Nearly 700 incoming freshmen and transfer students participated in New Student Orientation.

PLNU seeks nominations for the ‘Dealmaker of the Year’ awards

Awards will be presented at the Fermanian School of Business business breakfast on Sept. 28.

Professor Dan Croy receives the Wal-Mart Teaching Excellence Award

Award honors business school teachers.

PLNU leads effort to build cost-effective homes in Armenia

PLNU spearheads project with assistance from students and faculty from Baylor University and USC.

PLNU sponsors Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit

Exhibit begins on June 29 runs until the end of the year. It is the largest collection of scrolls ever assembled.

Students participate in summer biology and chemistry research projects

A total of 35 students participated.

PLNU receives $2.4 million donation for new science facility

Gift is the first step in the University's capital campaign.

PLNU appoints new VP positions

Dr. Mary Paul comes to PLNU from Olivet Nazarene University.

PLNU hosts annual Special Olympics Track Meet

More than 500 athletes and volunteers were in attendance.

Commencement 2007 Photo Gallery

Relive the festivities from Saturday, May 13 with our photo gallery.

PLNU named one of “Best Christian Workplaces”

PLNU was one of only three finalists with 500 or more employees.

Student newspaper, The Point Weekly, goes online

First online edition is the school year's final (May 7, 2007) issue.

PLNU donates laptop computers to pastors in Hungary

Rev. Norm Shoemaker held a seminar for pastors in the town of Hadjuhadhaz.

New ASB officers elected

They will represent PLNU at the upcoming Nazarene Student Leadership Conference.

PLNU Forensics team wins National Championship

Win is fourth championship honor in five years.

Author Donald Miller returns to PLNU

The popular Christian writer spoke in chapel and participated in a student Q&A in the afternoon.

PLNU hosts award Kyoto Prize Laureate winners as part of annual symposium

A luncheon and press conference at PLNU kicked off the three-day celebration.

PLNU breaks ground on Smee Hall

New facility will house the School of Theology and Christian Ministry and the Center for Pastoral Leadership.

High school business students learn the ropes from PLNU mentors

PLNU students initiate program as part of SIFE.

PLNU’s senior debate team continues to earn victories

Vertican and Kamermayer win at Wheaton College.

PLNU responds to alumnus who is battling leukemia

More than 500 participants in first drive prompt a follow up.

President Brower named chairman of the CCCU Board

He will serve a two-year term.

PLNU brothers finalists in piano contest

Johnathon and Christopher Smith pursue their dream.

PLNU 2007 Commencement

Complete details are here.

PLNU hosts Dead Sea Scrolls expert as part of lecture series

Dr. James VanderKam will lead four lectures on the Scrolls.

PLNU remembers Lois Brown

Widow of former PLNU president passes away

Bank of America’s chief economist speaks at PLNU

Dr. Lynn Reaser speaks with PLNU students and faculty on the current economic climate.

Local media ‘graded’ by newsmakers during forum

Panel featured Mayor Jerry Sanders and former councilmember Michael Zucchet.

New kiosk celebrates Martin Luther King’s visit to San Diego

King spoke at Golden Gymnasium in 1964.

Nursing students travel to New Orleans to aid victims

Recently, Point Loma Nazarene University President Bob Brower, in addition to 53 faculty, staff and students from the School of Nursing, went to New Orleans.

PLNU Forensics team claims top spot

Two Senior division pairs also ranked in Top 10.

PLNU students become “Orphans” to help fight global AIDS

Weeklong awareness campaign culminated on World AIDS Day.

Lamott highlights annual Writer's Symposium

Event coincides with Wesleyan Center celebration of Charles Wesley.

John Wright’s published work a finalist for book award

The book is co-authored by Dr. Michael Budde of DePaul University.

PLNU receives Top 10 ranking for study abroad participation

More than 230 students studied abroad last year.

PLNU crunches numbers and earns respectable finish

Team effort garners best ever finish at ACM Computer Programming Contest.

Renowned journalist shares heart, experiences with PLNU

India's Jennifer Arul speaks to students in chapel and in journalism forum.

Dr. Dan Martin accepts position as MVNU President

Martin has served as vice president of University Advancement since 2000.

Letter from City Council President Scott Peters



Students enjoy food and fellowship at Etiquette Dinner

Biannual event teaches proper dinner etiquette and provides serving and hosting tips.

New exhibit opens in Keller Art Gallery

Ceramic works of Christina Corbin and Karen Sangren showcased

Debate team earns top marks at recent tournament

Many PLNU students win medals for their speech and debate efforts

Parents Weekend returns to PLNU

Get a taste of university life by visiting your student and experiencing in several on-campus events.

PLNU represents at the San Diego Film Festival

Three student films showcased at popular festival

Feminists and Christians: new book makes connections

Being Feminist, Being Christian explores the relationship between Christianity and feminism in this collection of written works from Bettina Tate-Pedersen, Lisa Bernal-Corley, Linda Beail and Carol Blessing.

International journalists discuss hot topics at PLNU forum

Students dish about the war, the media and education with United Nations reporters

PLNU receives ‘Pin Man’ trophy for recycling efforts

Recylemania campaign garners strange award

Biology department awarded grant

Grant was written by former student as part of honor's project

PLNU climbs to No. 22, its highest ranking ever

Up two spots from last year, PLNU continues its ascent up the list of "America's Best Colleges"

Spanish Speaking Pastors Conference a success

The four-day conference drew more than 140 participants.

PLNU welcomes new and returning students

Preparations for fall semester begin with "Move-In Day"

PLNU student contributes to Pulitzer-winning stories

Kelly Bennett helps Union-Tribune and Copley News service earn industry's top prize

Schuyler McFerran wins Women's World Longboard Championships

PLNU sophomore wins title in France

Joe Prince wins NAIA Golf National Title

Joe Prince wins NAIA Golf National Title

PLNU student wins Fulbright Scholarship

PLNU student wins Fulbright Scholarship; will spend a year studying in Tanzania

McFerran earning raves by riding waves

PLNU sophomore Schuyler McFerran is ranked as one of the top longboarders in the world.

PLNU hosts Relay For Life event for American Cancer Society

PLNU hosts Relay For Life event for American Cancer Society