Join us for lifelong learning opportunities through Loma Talks: Homecoming at Home series. Gather as a university community to hear from beloved faculty and alumni professionals as they share their expert knowledge, facilitate meaningful conversations, and equip us with tools for an impactful life.
Department of Literature, Journalism, Writing, and Languages Creative Writing Celebration
Saturday, February 13, 10 a.m. PST
Join us to hear original creative writing from PLNU alumni, current students, and faculty! Please contact Dr. Katie Manning at kmanning@pointloma.edu if you have questions or if you'd like to read your work.
Planting Healthy Seeds of Faith
Monday, February 15, 6 p.m. PST
Parents, grandparents, and educators will enjoy hearing from Susan DeCristofaro Rogers (85) M.A., Co-Chair Sociology, Social Work, and Family Sciences, and Academic Director of PLNU's Early Childhood Learning Center, a laboratory preschool, which focuses on faith development. Discover research and practical ideas in intentionally planting a strong foundation of faith for young children.
Religious Trauma: A Path Toward Emotional and Spiritual Growth
Tuesday, February 16, 12 p.m. PST
Join Marriage and Family Therapist and PLNU Professor Mark Karris as he helps guests explore the experiences of who sociologists call the "Dechurched." Mark traces out an overview of the research on the dechurched, explores the psychological processes that are common for those who are deconstructing their faith, and pathways of healing toward healthy reconstruction.
A Time of Celebration & Prayer for Our Educators
Tuesday, February 16, 6 p.m. PST
Join the Education Associates and the PLNU Department of Education for a time of prayer and celebration for our educators all around the country who have shown resilience and adapted to the unexpected changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear from key PLNU faculty members who will pray over our teachers, administrators, and students during this time.
Thinking Differently: How PLNU Business Leaders Adapted in Surprising Ways in 2020
Wednesday, February 17, 12 p.m. PST
Join the Business Alumni Auxiliary and Executive Director of the Offices of Strengths & Vocation, Rebecca Smith, as they sit down with PLNU business leaders to discuss how they navigated the challenges presented in 2020. Hear different stories of both successes & hardships across multiple industries.
Featured Panelists:
Christina Hastings (05)
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications at Illumina
Kevin Christensen (09)
Founder, Financial Planner at Aligned Financial
Nate Cadieux (08)
Principal at Moniker Group
Resilience — Understanding It, Teaching It, and Living It Out During COVID-19
Wednesday, February 17, 6 p.m. PST
Through research and curriculum development, PLNU's School of Nursing is proud to be a role model for resilience training amongst undergraduate nursing programs. Hear from faculty, alumni, and students on developing resilience practices, maintaining personal care in the workplace, and how PLNU nursing graduates are faring through the COVID-19 pandemic.
How Churches Can Recognize and Address Racism
Thursday, February 18, 12 p.m. PST
Join School of Theology and Christian Ministry professor Montague Williams, Ph.D., as he highlights some of the key takeaways from his book, Church in Color: Youth Ministry, Race, and Theology of Martin Luther King, Jr., which won the 2020 Outstanding Dissertation Award from the Wesleyan Theological Society. In this talk, Dr. Montague Williams will help us gain a deeper understanding of the ways young people experience racism and how we can respond faithfully as pastors, church members, and disciples of Christ.
Adult Students Reaching Their Educational Goals While Juggling Life's Responsibilities.
Thursday, February 18, 12 p.m. PST
Join Student Success Counselors, current students and alumni of PLNU's Graduate and Adult Degree Completion programs as they share strategies, tips and techniques for integrating balance into work, life and school.
Research Associates in 2021
Thursday, February 18, 6 p.m. PST
What an interesting time to be a scientist and researcher. Hear from biology and chemistry faculty on student research, career development, academics, and COVID-19 testing happening at PLNU.
Learn about other activities/accomplishments of Research Associates as well as its history and those who have served on its Board here.
Make a contribution to Research Associates here.
Leaning into Anti-Racism: Our Ongoing Journey
Friday, February 19, 12 p.m. PST
The work of anti-racism is complex and difficult. This year the university formed the Collective on Anti-Racism to call the PLNU community to reflection, accountability, and change. We believe God invites us into this work, to practice anti-racism throughout all aspects of our community's life. But what does that mean, and how do we do that? Join us to hear from members of the collective to learn more about our work. This session will be interactive, as we invite alumni to ask questions, provide feedback, and share insights with our panelists.