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Commencement
Spring 2021
Fullerton, California
A Message To The Graduates
Congratulations, graduates! Today, we celebrate an important
milestone in your lives. You are now ready to take the next step
toward a fulfilling career and a lifetime of continued learning. The
challenges and victories that have come with earning an education
are much like those you will experience throughout the rest of your
life. Your hard work and courage have prepared you for a future
filled with success and fulfillment.
Throughout your studies, you have collaborated with faculty and
staff who care deeply about your journey. We hope that you will
stay in touch with them. I am proud to be an alumnus of this great institution and personally
invite you to become an active member of the HIU alumni community.
All of us at HIU join you in thanking your friends, family members and mentors who helped you
make it this far. Their support is invaluable and will undoubtedly inspire you to help the next
generation of HIU graduates.
We are honored that you chose Hope International University. Let nothing stand in the way of
achieving the career and life success you so richly deserve. I am confident God will continue to
bless you with a lifetime of significance and achievement.
Paul H. Alexander, Ph.D.
President, Hope International University
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Candidates for Degrees and Certificates
College of Arts and Chase Larson College of Education
Sciences Anthony Joe Ramos UNDERGRADUATE Scholastic Honors
UNDERGRADUATE Daphne Alexandra Bachelor of Arts Undergraduate Honors
Associate of Arts Salomon Mackenzie Lyn Elliott 3.50-3.74 Cum Laude
Samantha Marie Padilla Gabriel Steven Sosa Natalia Maria Hadder 3.75-3.89 Magna Cum
Brett Spackeen Alyssa Nicolle Laude
Bachelor of Arts
Jon Matthew Thompson Hendrickson 3.90-4.00 Summa Cum
Javier Bernal
Andrew David Valle Janely Lopez Laude
Karen Lynn Creech
Anthony Woodyard Melanie Kei Okazaki
Nayeli Gonzalez Pi Beta Sigma
Seth Wyatt Hoetker ONLINE Vanessa Sandoval Minimum of four
Brooklyn Dee Jespersen Bachelor of Arts Sarai Aissa Sundstrom semesters with 3.50
Camryn Michele Rowell Rosalie Marie Anderson Brianne Swenson G.P.A., graduating with
James Brett Thompson Taylor Kehaulani Pamela Trujillo minimum of 3.50 G.P.A.
Haliegh Elizabeth Kahahane-Lived Skye Kathrine Young
Honors for graduates
Wilkerson Asio ONLINE will be announced at the
George Sanchez Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science awarding of degrees.
Castillo Jr. Vanessa Kristin Aranda
Benjamin R. Bernard
Jacob Anthony Channel Olivia Autumn Connolly
Lauren Nicole
Ibrahim Gerlach Ashley D’ann Spencer Jennifer Munro
Bethencourt
Lauren Renee Mills Sandra Tienda Emily Phillips
Courtney Canchola
Elizabeth Parrish Brittnei Turner Alyssa Pritchett
Nicholas David Johnson
Mathew Wright Nicole Elizabeth Wise Daniel Austin Rafferty
Clarissa Taite
GRADUATE GRADUATE Allison Mary Wulff
ONLINE
Master of Business Master of Education Rachel Nichole Yoo
Associate of Arts
Administration Alexandria Cowser Christina K. Yuen
Christina Ann Berg
Jordan Achay Justine Marie De La Master of Arts
Bryanne Guerrero
April Michelle Cenora Rosa in Educational
Myriam Joanne Muniz
Sunshine Collette Lisa Kaylyn De Los Reyes Administration
Bachelor of Science Crellin David Charles DeWelt Jackie De La Cruz
David Perea Frank Emil Desplancke Sol Angel Esquivel Aleah M. Gonsalves
Matthew Harris Jennie Elizabeth Frazier Heather Lynne Ippolito
College of Business
Reynold Macwan Connor James Hipwell William Matthew Lucas
and Management
Lee Richard Mutter Aaron Brandon Holt Sarah Johanna Markley
UNDERGRADUATE George Orozco Jane Sunghee Lee Christopher Michael
Bachelor of Arts America K Pacheco Erica H. Lowery Miguel
Cynthia Barba Alexza Jordyn Sanchez J. Garrett Michael Luna Scott Patrick Nastase
Angel Daniel Buenrostro Nathalie Sosa
Cecelia Marie Madden Julie Y. Pak
Hunter James Cooper Jared Owen Tims Christie Marie Maestas Marisa Mirano Parker
Carlos Alberto Guevara
Cory Michael Mead Andrew Paul Putman
Diep Jenny Ho
Inclusion in this list of graduates may not be construed as documentation of completion of degree requirements. Certification
of the conferral of a degree is by receipt of a diploma or official transcript noting degree completion.
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Noelle Elizabeth Toxqui GRADUATE College of Psychology Mikaela Nicole
Katherine Leigh Visconti Ministry Certificate and Counseling Kawahara
Mary Rita Volland- Gabriel R. De La O UNDERGRADUATE Bola Kim
Chapluk Master of Arts Bachelor of Arts Hannah Haengwon Kim
Daniel Ryan Worden Christian Alexander Tabitha Abbey Aysin Koca
Bass Caitlyn Felina Nicole LaChance
College of Ministry Lindsey Mah
Grace M. Caluya Megan Fetty
and Biblical Studies Caitlyn Michelle Marr
Adrianna Lizett Taylor Lexi Gallo
UNDERGRADUATE Cervantes Natalie Ibarra Kerry Jayne Martinelli
Associate of Arts Nicholas Dean Joshua McBride Emily Christine
Chad Blake Fergerson Denise Aileen Solis Nicholson
Bachelor of Arts Daniel Joseph Lewis Yesenia Rosas
ONLINE
Matthew Joseph Michael Christian Brittany Jean Salling
Bachelor of Science
Bernard McIntyre Samuel Semanda
Emily Fay Ervin
Chad Blake Robert L. McKee Katherine L. Stratton
Cassandra D. Foster
Mackenzi Lee Heydorn David Arthur Miller Laura A. Thomas
Melissa Bernice Harper
Abbigail Faith Parker Matthew Perry Linda Ung
Amanda Jasmin
Katelyn Grace Shields Rebecca Marie Haley Adele Walbrink
Martinez
Raymond Marina Wanis Yacoub
Bachelor of Music Manuel Martinez
Alexis Arcega Cara Paige Zimmerman Marissa Adrianna Pons Master of Science in
Master of Church Music Counseling
ONLINE GRADUATE
Taehyeok Kim Sarah Elizabeth Aguirre
Bachelor of Arts Master of Arts
Adriana Alatorre
Braden Peter Kent Ahl Marriage and Family
Michele J. Gales
Morgan Hope Dooty Therapy
Ryan R. Jordan
Bethany Danielle Alexandra Basauri
Angelina Veola Naomi
Klaumann Wil Canizalez
Murray
James Coleman Marion Tristan Elisabeth Carr
Raven Forrester
Matthias Gene Mattley Celeste Alexis Chavez
Navarrete
Bachelor of Science Linda P. Del Aguila
Sarah Jean Nelson
Hiltron Calvin Bailey Jr. Jazzmyn Racquel
Karen Michelle Smith
Matthew Dane Canaan Esquivel
Cassandra Spinks-
Hannah Derrick Sherie Feo
Gilbert
Nicholas S. Ginger Luis Armando Fraire
Aaron M. Titus
Julissa Guerrero Solis
Madeline Elaine
Diana Ibarra
Witthuhn
William Jacob
Kavanaugh
Academic Programs
College of Arts & Sciences Early Childhood Education Ministry & Leadership
Associate of Arts Elementary Education Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Arts Secondary Education: Children, Youth, & Family
Criminal Justice Coaching, Health Science Church Planting
English Literature Secondary Education: English Intercultural Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies Secondary Education: Pastoral Care
Liberal Arts Contract Programs Foundational Mathematics Spiritual Formation
with CSUF Communication Secondary Education: Social Master of Church Music
Liberal Arts Contract Programs Science Worship Arts
with CSUF Customized Area Master of Arts Master of Divinity
Liberal Arts Contract Programs Educational Administration Ministry/Divinity
with CSUF Pre-Physical Therapy Educational Administration with Ministry & Leadership
Social Science PAS Credential Children, Youth, & Family
Customized Concentration Master of Education Church Planting
Human Services Elementary Education Intercultural Studies
History Gifted & Talented Education Pastoral Care
Political Science (GATE) Spiritual Formation
Bachelor of Arts Music Education College of Psychology & Counseling
Kinesiology Personalized Learning Bachelor of Arts
Secondary Education
College of Business & Management Psychology
Credential Programs
Associate of Arts General
Preliminary Administrative
Business Administration Behavioral Psychology
Services Credential
Bachelor of Arts Child & Adolescent
Preliminary Multiple Subject
Business Administration Development
Teaching Credential
Business & Management Child Life Specialist
Preliminary Single Subject
Accounting Infant & Toddler Mental Health
Teaching Credential
General Management Media Psychology
Marketing Pacific Christian College of Ministry Sport Psychology
Sport Management & Biblical Studies Social Science
Cross-Cultural Business Associate of Arts Child & Adolescent
Administration Church Ministry Development
Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science
Customized Concentration Biblical Studies Human Development
General Management Children and Family Ministry Community Mental Health &
Marketing Management Church Ministry Counseling
Non-Profit Management Intercultural Studies Family Studies
Master of Science Children & Family Ministry Addiction Studies
Management Youth & Family Ministry Graduate Counseling
Customized Concentration Specialized Concentration Behavioral Psychology
General Management Youth & Family Ministry Master of Arts
Marketing Management Bachelor of Music Marriage & Family Therapy
Non-Profit Management Worship Arts Master of Science
Bachelor of Science Counseling
College of Education
Christian Ministry
Bachelor of Arts
Master of Arts
Liberal Studies/Teacher
Ministry
Preparation
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Board of Trustees
Mr. William Mullins, Chairman Mr. Michael Harrison Mr. Don Rowe
Business Manager Engineer (Retired) Vice President
Rizio Law Firm Northrup Corporation Millard Lumber, Inc.
Santa Ana, CA Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Omaha, NE
Mrs. Jan Baird Mr. Jeremy Jernigan Mr. Drew Sherman
Executive Producer (IMAX Films) Founder of Communion Wine Co. Lead Pastor
K2 Communications Speaker, Author Compass Christian Church
El Segundo, CA Queen Creek, AZ Colleyville, TX
Mrs. Christine Clausen Mr. Scott Martin Dr. Bruce Templeton
President Lead Pastor Senior Pastor
Carson Feeders, Inc. First Christian Church Unity Christian Church
Carson, IA Huntington Beach, CA W. Cynthiana, KY
Mr. Glen Elliott Mr. Charles “Chuck” Puckett
Lead Pastor Director of National Accounts
Pantano Christian Church (Retired)
Tucson, AZ Hunt Wesson Food Services Inc.
Tustin, CA
Founded in 1928, Hope International University is celebrating its 111th Commencement today. The
May 2021 graduates come from a global student body of nearly 4,000 students drawn from 42
states and 16 countries.
Our graduates embody the University’s mission of preparing servant leaders who want to make a
positive difference in the world. These individuals join more than 13,000 Alumni who carry Hope
International University’s legacy of service and ministry to the Church and society. Their achievement
has been facilitated by a faculty qualified by both academic credentials and Christian service.
This commencement celebrates Hope International University’s forty-seventh academic year in
Fullerton. Here, as earlier in Long Beach and Los Angeles, the University has maintained a diligent
commitment to advance the mission of Christ.
We all join in congratulating today’s graduates on this day of significant achievement and the
commencement of a lifetime of service.
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University Administration
Paul H. Alexander Tom McGlinchey
President Vice President for Business & Finance
R. Mark Comeaux Michael D. Mulryan
Vice President for Student Affairs Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Steven D. Edgington Teresa L. Smith
Vice President for Academic Affairs Vice President for Enrollment Management
Faculty
College of Arts & James Price D.Min. Steven Naslund M.B.A. Dawn Miller M.A.
Sciences Jennifer Rich M.A., Pamela Newton M.S. Sally Neiser M.A.
Steven Edgington, Ph.D., M.L.I.S. Andrew Paine M.B.A. Kathie Nielson M.A.
Dean Stephen Salyards Ph.D. Lester Reams J.D. LaFaye Platter Ed.D.
Jessika Ahlberg M.S.W. W. Josh Shrader-Perry Jay Sabir D.B.A. Kathryn Ralston M.S.
Cora Alley M.A. M.A. Amarjit Singh Ph.D. Laureen Smith M.Ed.
Onleilove Alston M.A. Roberto Sirvent Ph.D., Jeremiah Smith M.A. Nancy Stichter M.A.
Ndidi Amadi J.D. J.D. Russell Stevens Ph.D. Betty Ta Ed.D.
Bethany Avalos Ph.D. Tiffaney Tiffin M.A. College of Education Teresa Vitelli M.S.
cand. Solomon Wang Ph.D. Doug Domene, Ed.D., Kimberly Voge M.A.
Shannon Bates Ph.D. College of Business & Dean George West Ed.D.
Megan Bowers M.A. Management Linda Adamson Ed.D. Jeremy Wilson M.A.
Laura Brislawn M.S. Jim Woest, Ph.D., Dean Kyanne Albelo M.A. Cory Witt M.A.
Suzan Carlson M.A. Brian Albright Ph.D. Jennifer Arblaster M.Ed. Jacqueline York M.Ed.
Kaylene Carr M.D Danon Carter D.M. Tom Bennett Ph.D Pacific Christian College
Steven Edgington Ph.D. John Catlett M.B.A. David Biniasz M.S. of Ministry & Biblical
Fay Ellwood Ph.D. Dale Conjurski M.B.A. Lindsay Blume M.A. Studies
Erin Galaviz M.S. Dale Conjurski M.B.A. Karen Clark Ph.D. cand. Joseph Grana, D.Min.,
Justin Goins M.A. Elizabeth Cooper M.A. Meisha Curry M.S. Dean
Kyle Gomez M.A. Jimmie Flores Ph.D. Kathleen DiRocco M.S. Steve Alley M.S.
Sean Hansen M.A. Kevin Hill Ph.D. Douglas Domene Ed.D. William Baker Ph.D.
Natalie Hewitt Ph.D. Jeffrey Jacobs M.B.A Nadine Elwood M.A. Derek Brown Ph.D.
John Hoetker M.A. Maryalyce Jeremiah Ph.D. Shirley Fargo M.S. Shaun Brown Ph.D.
Nicole Jahne D.P.T. Lydia Knopf Ph.D. Julie Hatchel Ed.D. Michael Cahill M.Div.
Rachel Judy M.A. Marni Leahy M.B.A Adele Heuer M.S. John Chilcote M.A.
Sandy Kavanaugh M.A. John Mark Lindvall M.A. Wendy Hudson M.S. Joseph Cho D.M.A.
J.C. Lugo M.A. Josh Luke Ph.D. Jung-Ae Lee Ph.D. Sung-Wan Cho Ph.D.
Karen McReynolds M.S. Charis Meyer (Medina) Erin Lurker M.Ed. Young Jin Choi rehire
Melissa Nuno M.S. J.D. Jonathan Mann M.A. M.F.A.
Kira Pate Ph.D.
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Faculty
Kelly Dagley Ph.D. cand. College of Psychology & Richard Lopez M.A. Nebraska Christian
Timothy Dally D.Min. Counseling Adam Luke M.A. College
Greg Daum M.Div., M.S. Laura Steele, Psy.D., Jacqueline Mack-Harris Mark Krause, Ph.D.,
Valorie Eddy M.A. Dean Psy.D. Dean
Randy Elliott M.Div. Peace Amadi Psy.D. Jason Odegaard M.A. Troy Backhuus Ph.D.
Jack Gibson Ph.D. Samuel Baney M.A. Bradley Overholser M.A. Scott Beckenhauer M.A.
Michael Goldsworthy Wesley Beavis Psy.D. Brandon Pendergraft Jennifer Borgaila M.Ed.
M.A. Juanita Black M.A. M.S. Michael Cahill M.Div.
Wm.Curtis Holtzen D.Th. Debra Burianek M.A. Kasey Philyaw M.S.c John Chilcote M.A.
Patrick Horn Ph.D. Lilia Carey Psy.D. Mitch Pohl M.A. Meisha Curry M.S.
Janet Johnson D.Min. Rory Cohen M.A. Robb Ring D Min. Allan Dunbar D.Div.
Daniel Karistai M.Th. Zynette Cohen M.A. Heather Silva M.A. Dawn Gentry M.Div.
Judy Kim M.S. Carol Davidson M.A. Maher Sonbol M.A. David Haynes M.Min.
Robert Kuest D.Min. Katie DeWitt M.A. Laura Steele Psy.D. Tymesia Heath M.Ed.
Jason LeCureux Ph.D. Robin Felix Psy.D. Lynsay Turner M.A. Bill Krause M.Ed.
David Matson Ph.D. George Garcia M.A. Daniel Verdugo M.A. B.J. Leonard M.Div.
Mark Matson Ph.D. Brittany Garrison M.S. Denise Wallace Ph.D. Jeffrey Miller Ph.D.
Paul McReynolds Ph.D. Danielah Germon M.A. Tanya Ward M.S. Robert Milliken Ph.D.
Jeremy Miselbrook Ph.D. Carrie Hanson M.S. Teressa Wilcox M.S. Rory Noland M.W.S.
Terry Morrow Ph.D. Susan Hastings Psy.D. Judy Yen M.A. Ann Parmenter M.A.
Tamsen Murray Ph.D. Kandis Hutton M.A. Daniel Pfaff M.A.
Robbie Phillips D.Min. Michelle Jani M.S. Daniel Sabra M.M.
Kristopher Richardson Irene Kao Psy.D. Eddy Sanders D.Min.
Ph.D. James Sharp M.A.
Bryan Sands M.A. Joe Sprinkle Ph.D.
Jeff Swaney M.A. Tim Stratton M.A.
Carl Toney Ph.D. Bill Thornton M.Min.
Phil Towne Ph.D. Willie Willams M.A.
Rick Walston D.Min. Andrew Wood D.Min.
J. Blair Wilgus Ph.D. Laura Wood M.A.
James Yuile M.A.
8Academic Regalia
The wearing of academic regalia, gowns
and hoods, is a custom that dates back to
the Middle Ages when gowns and hoods
were necessary to keep scholars warm in
unheated school buildings. Gowns worn by
students of the universities also served to set
the students apart from the other people in
town. As late as the turn of the 20th century,
students at many American colleges were
required to wear caps and gowns daily while
in residence. This custom persists at some
European institutions.
Academic dress is now reserved for special
occasions, like this graduation ceremony, and
is a reminder of our educational heritage and
tradition. The gown represents the level of
the degree held by the wearer. The Bachelor’s
gown, with its long pointed sleeves, is
centuries old in design. The Master’s gown is
distinguished by its long sleeves, extending
almost to knee height, with openings at
the wrist for the hands. The Doctor’s gown
is easily recognized by its deeply pleated
construction, the rich velvet panel down the
front, and the velvet chevrons on the sleeves.
The hoods add meaningful color to the
graduation ceremony. Their satin lining
color represents the institution granting the
degree; Hope International University’s is
royal blue and silver. The color of the velvet
border represents the field of study. The
color of the tassels worn by Bachelor's and
Associate’s graduates represent their field of
study, the tassels worn by Master’s graduates
are black. Hope International University's field
of study color designations are as follows:
Business Management . . . . . . . . . . Drab
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light Blue
Marriage & Family Therapy . . . . . . . White
Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pink
9Presidential Medallion of Office
The medallion of office is worn by the President over his official
regalia at ceremonial occasions. The medallion depicts the university
seal in full. The banner within the seal depicts a tam, a globe and
a sash reading “Preparing Servant Leaders” which embodies the
University’s mission statement: Hope International University’s
mission is to empower students through Christian higher education to
serve the Church and impact the world for Christ.
Hope International University presents, when applicable, a medallion
to individuals in recognition of service to the University. This award is named the James G.
Hurst Founder’s Award in honor of Hope International University’s first President.
University Mace
The mace of Hope International University is a ceremonial scepter
symbolizing the authority of the Office of the President. The
mace is used twice a year for leading the procession of University
administrators and faculty at Commencement.
Historical maces date back to the 13th century when they were
first carried as ceremonial symbols of the royal authority at events
attended by English kings.
The Hope International University mace is fashioned of wood. A
wooden cross, representative of the cross borne by Christ, sets on the
head of the mace. The university seal is presented in the middle of
the cross.
The mace is permanently displayed in the Office of the President.
Commencement Etiquette
In keeping with the dignity of this event, members
of the audience are encouraged to stand during
the processional and recessional. In addition,
electronic devices should be turned off during
the ceremony. We appreciate your cooperation
in making today’s graduation a dignified and
respectful celebration.
10Congratulations, Class of 2021!
Hope International University You have invested much time and effort to
Core Values achieve this notable accomplishment, and
the HIU community commends you for your
As a Christian university, we are committed: dedication and hard work. We believe you
will be an outstanding representative of Hope
1. To remain Christ-centered, biblically International University.
based and focused on serving the
Church while maintaining the values of Keep in touch with us so we can celebrate
the Restoration Movement. the special events in your life and share them
with your professors and classmates. Let us
2. To create a Christian environment in
know about marriages, births, job promotions,
which students are strengthened in
relocations, and prayer requests.
their faith.
There are many benefits available to you as an
3. To equip servant leaders in their chosen
HIU alum, including Abenity (a nationwide perks
professions to change the world for
Christ in contextually appropriate ways. and discounts program), Mango languages, our
online job portal, e-newsletters, special events,
4. To provide academic programs and and more. Find details on our website at HIU.edu/
both organizational and physical alumni or contact the Alumni Office.
infrastructure that are excellent in
every way. Welcome to the HIU Alumni family!
5. To conduct research in order to act as The HIU Alumni Office
a change agent in communicating the 714.879.3901, ext. 2223
relevance of the Gospel. alumni@hiu.edu
6. To be responsible stewards of the
resources entrusted to us.
11Mission Statement
Hope International University’s
mission is to empower students
through Christian higher
education to serve the Church and
impact the world for Christ.
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