Dr. Paul Alexander Named as HIU's Seventh President
Following an extensive search process, the HIU Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Paul H. Alexander ('84, '88) as the seventh president in HIU's 91-year history. He will assume his new leadership role and responsibilities on August 16, 2019. - May 01, 2019
HIU President Announces Retirement
After 50 years in vocational ministry, including 45 years in higher education and the last 15 years of service as President of Hope International University, Dr. John L. Derry has announced his retirement, effective August 15, 2019. - January 26, 2019
HIU to Stage "Annie: The Musical"
Hope International University’s production of the Broadway classic, Annie: The Musical, takes the audience on an unforgettable adventure set in 1930’s New York. - March 10, 2018
A Very Special Night to Shine
On Friday, February 9, a compassionate group of Hope International University undergraduate students dressed up and headed out to Crossroads Christian Church for Night to Shine, an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs ages 14 and older. - February 15, 2018
HIU Continues to Exceed Benchmarks for Commitment to Veterans' Success
Hope International University again has been recognized as a “Military Friendly” school for exhibiting leading practices in recruiting and supporting post-military students. - January 28, 2018
College of Education Unveils New "Smart Classroom"
The College of Education proudly unveiled their high-tech “Smart Classroom” to better prepare future educators for the classrooms of the future; all made possible by generous donors. In this new facility, students and professors can utilize an interactive projector that enables them to... - September 01, 2017
Annual Spirit of Hope Gala Date Set for September 23
Hope International University announces its annual Spirit of Hope Concert & Awards Gala will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017, in the Grand Ballroom of the Disneyland Hotel. - August 25, 2017
Hope International University Royals Baseball Team Advances to NAIA World Series
In just their second season of the program, HIU’s Baseball team punched their ticket to the NAIA World Series. - May 20, 2017
HIU Publication Earns CASE Award of Excellence for the Second Consecutive Year
The Hope International University Office of Institutional Advancement received notice that HIU is a 2016 Winner of another CASE District VII Award of Excellence. - March 03, 2016
HIU Recognized as Third Best Online School in California
HIU has been ranked #3 in the state of California for best 4-year online schools by AccreditedSchoolsOnline. org, a website that researches and compiles data regarding all accredited 2- and 4-year colleges in the nation. - February 14, 2016
GoGrad.org Recognizes HIU as #22 in National Ranking
Hope International University is listed as #22 for offering the most notable combination of academic quality, accommodation, guidance and affordability in its Online Master’s Program. - February 04, 2016
HIU Royals Baseball's Opening Day
Baseball is back at HIU after a 30 year hiatus. - January 30, 2016
HIU Celebrates Its 100th Commencement Ceremony
On Saturday, December 12th, Hope International University celebrated its 100th commencement ceremony. The fall graduates come from a student body which represents 43 states and over 20 countries. - December 25, 2015
Christian Universities Online Recognizes HIU for Low Student Indebtedness
Christian Universities Online released their 2016 list of "The Top 50 Christian Colleges & Universities with the Lowest Debt Burden 2016," ranking Hope International University #15. This ranking seeks to provide useful data to parents and students who are endeavoring to make an... - December 02, 2015
Trustees of Both Hope International University and Nebraska Christian College Unanimously Approve 2016 Merger
If all goes according to plan, NC will become a part of HIU sometime in 2016 and the task of integrating the two schools will begin. HIU President, Dr. John L. Derry, will assume leadership of the merged institutions. - October 08, 2015
U.S. News Again Names HIU as One of America's Best Colleges
For the second straight year, Hope International University has been recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News, ranking in the Top 20 among Regional Colleges (West). “This ranking is an external validation of the high quality and value of an HIU education,” remarked Michael Mulryan, HIU’s Vice President for Institutional Advancement. - October 07, 2015
Women’s Basketball Makes History with NAIA Ranking
The Hope International University team earns #24 national ranking. - January 16, 2014
HIU Named as a Top Military Friendly University by Military Advanced Education
Hope International University will be in MAE’s 2014 Guide to Military-Friendly school. - November 01, 2013
“Circus Royale” Comes to HIU for Halloween
Hope International University hosts its annual free Halloween event on October 31st. - October 31, 2013
Hope International University’s Open House Shows Off New Anaheim Campus
Located in Stadium Towers, the HIU campus features classrooms, offices, a counseling center and state of the art technology. - October 18, 2013
Spirit of Hope 2013 Achieves Gala Fundraising Record
In addition to honoring alumni and friends of Hope International University, the annual gala also raised $135,000 toward student scholarships. - October 12, 2013
Hope International University Opens New Anaheim Campus
After five years of housing their online and graduate studies programs in Orange, HIU has moved the programs into a new state of the art facility in Anaheim. - October 06, 2013
HIU Receives Presidential Award for Community Service
HIU has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for three categories: local service, Mexico missions trip and Happy House. - August 11, 2013
Hope International University Announces New Online Teacher Preparation Degree
Beginning in the Fall 2013 semester, HIU will offer a B.A. in Liberal Studies/Teacher Preparation completely online. - July 05, 2013
Fullerton, CA - Regional Leadership Event Features HIU Alumnus
CEO and Identity Evangelist of Minus Zero and Hope alumnus Sabastian Huynh will speak at the Southern California Gathering of Men breakfast events. - June 06, 2013
Fullerton, CA Hope International University Welcomes Community for Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
The annual Fullerton Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 19, will be held at Hope International University. - October 17, 2012
Hope International University Launches New Military Website
Highlighting their military friendly status and the benefits they offer military and veteran students, HIU now has an entire site dedicated to information on their academic and financial services for prospective military students. - August 19, 2012
Five Professors Join Full-Time Faculty at Hope International University
The University welcomes new professors to the Colleges of Psychology & Counseling, Education, Ministry & Biblical Studies, and Arts & Sciences. - August 11, 2012
HIU to Sponsor KFSH’s Angels Tailgate Event
Hope International University is a Presenting Sponsor for 95.9 The FISH’s pre-game event on August 11. - August 05, 2012
Hope International University Makes U.S. News & World Report’s Regional Colleges List
HIU has been recognized with other top institutions in the Western region with a rank of #25. - April 28, 2012
Charity Art Auction for Athletic Department to be Held at Hope International University
Hope International University will host Charity Art Auction, a fundraiser for the HIU Athletic Department on May 19. - April 20, 2012
HIU Celebrates Record Enrollment
For this first time ever, HIU has over 1,500 total students enrolled. - April 07, 2012
Hope International University Honored for Community Service
HIU joins the 642 colleges and universities nationwide that have been named to the President’s Community Service Honor Roll - March 30, 2012
Hope International University Presents the Musical, Bye Bye Birdie
This year’s annual HIU Spring musical is a rock-and-roll romantic comedy that’s fun for everyone. Performances are scheduled for March 10, 15, 16, and 17. Tickets are available at www.hiu.edu. - February 04, 2012
KFSH 95.9 Christmas Concert Sponsored by HIU
Hope International University proudly supports the annual KFSH Christmas Concert. - December 11, 2011
HIU Students Benefit from Cloud Library System
Hope’s Darling Library is one of only a select number of libraries worldwide to use an innovative and integrative cloud or web based system to manage its circulation, the lending and receiving of materials, and its research databases. - December 03, 2011
Hiu Students Share Their Voices for CollegeTown Development Project in the City of Fullerton
Hope’s CollegeTown Preview event offered students the chance to give valuable feedback and enjoy free entertainment, food, and giveaways. - December 01, 2011
MFT Professor Publishes Article on Hope International University’s Innovative Program
HIU Adjunt Professor Erin Parker describes what makes Hope’s marriage and family therapy program unique in her nationally published article. - October 30, 2011
Hope International University's Halloween Happy House 2011: Oh the Places You’ll Go
HIU will once again host its free family-friendly Halloween event on their Fullerton campus. - October 21, 2011
Hope International University Again Named "Military Friendly" and a Yellow Ribbon School
HIU’s programs and policies for service members and veterans has resulted in the University being included with a select number of schools designated as Military Friendly. - October 20, 2011
Fullerton, CA- HIU Partners with Local Groups for Fullerton Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
In collaboration with other community members, Hope International University organized this year’s event for local groups, businesses, and persons to pray for the city, state, and nation. - October 19, 2011
HIU Participates in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - OC Walk
For the second year in a row Hope International University will have a team, Hope for a Cure, taking part in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’s annual fundraiser in Costa Mesa. - October 07, 2011
Hope International University Wins International Society for Science and Religion Library Award
HIU is one of the select institutions to receive the prestigious 224 volume set from the ISSR. - September 28, 2011
Voices of Christian Thought Speaker Series Returns to HIU for Fall 2011
The newest installment of Hope International University's Speaker Series: Voices of Christian Thought (VOCT) will feature four diverse speakers for Fall the 2011 semester. - September 02, 2011
Three New Faculty Members Join the Ministry and Biblical Studies Department
Hope International University welcomes new professors to the Pacific Christian College of Ministry and Biblical Studies. - September 02, 2011
HIU Athletic Department Launches New Website
Hope International University's new Athletics website, www.hiuroyals.com, will feature live stats, press releases, game schedules, a Hall of Fame, and more. - August 04, 2011
HIU Collaborates with Johnson University on Ph.D. in Leadership Studies
On behalf of the Center for Global Studies (CGS), which consists of eight graduate institutions including Hope International University (HIU), Johnson University will offer a new Ph.D. in Leadership Studies. Though other Christian Church colleges and universities offer doctorates such as the D. Min. - July 21, 2011
Guys & Dolls to be Hope International University’s Spring Musical
The Music Department of Hope International University (HIU) will present the charming musical production, Guys & Dolls, as the annual spring musical (Music by Frank Loesser; Lyrics by Frank Loesser, Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows). This witty romantic comedy is set in Damon Runyon’s... - March 11, 2011
Hope International University Professor Guest Lectures at Cal State Fullerton
HIU Professor, Dr. Curtis Holtzen, guest lectures at Cal State Fullerton. - March 10, 2011