FPU Celebrates 80th

Birthday Party

Eighty years to the day—September 18, 2024—after 28 students and their teachers opened Pacific Bible Institute, more than 400 students, faculty, staff, administrators, board members and guests celebrated the birthday of Fresno Pacific University.

“We believe we are a community that goes out and has an impact on the world. Each student reflects that belief,” said Jordan Ringhofer, district minister for the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches (FPU’s sponsoring denomination), alumnus and board member.

After chapel in the Warkentine Culture and Arts Center, participants enjoyed Orange Crush and Mountain Berry Blast Powerade—symbolizing FPU’s blue and orange school colors—along with birthday cake and cupcakes.

Homecoming

The Sunbird flock returned to the nest for Homecoming 2024 October 3-5. Alumni, students, families and other members of the FPU community enjoyed alumni reunions, concerts, athletic events, meals and family-friendly activities on the Campus Green and other locations.