Jordan Frye and Urban Rescue Return to PLNU

The band Urban Rescue poses for a group photo in a wooded area in the afternoon.
Urban Rescue first formed on PLNU's campus almost 10 years ago, and has since gone on to tour with some of the most well-known Christian artists and bands, including Rend Collective, Kim Walker-Smith, Chris Quilala, Hillsong UNITED, and Phil Wickham, to name a few.

Daniel L. Jenkins, Ph.D.

Dr. Daniel "Dan" Jenkins is the Program Director for the Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling program. He has been with PLNU for over 13 years, teaching at the undergraduate level prior to developing a graduate program to help grow and train future clinicians. His passion for mental health is evidenced by his extensive experience in the field, ranging from teaching at universities, facilitating faith-based groups, and meeting with a range of clients in private practice. Within the program, Dr.

Kelsy L. Richardson, Ph.D.

Dr. Kelsy Richardson is a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Theology and Christian Ministry.  She is an alumna of Point Loma Nazarene University and has been back teaching for PLNU since 2015.

A Message from President Brower

PLNU's Greek Amphitheater during an bright sunset.
With the conclusion of the Title IX/HR investigation by an independent investigator, and after carefully reviewing its comprehensive final report and properly complying with university policies, PLNU has taken prompt, equitable, appropriate and decisive action.

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PLNU senior Katie Green runs on the beach.
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