Biola University has selected a total of 10 graduating undergraduate students for membership into the university’s honors baccalaureate society, Epsilon Kappa Epsilon (EKE) for the fall semester.

The honors society is exclusively offered by invitation only, by which students are selected by department faculty. The selection criteria are based upon academic achievement, with students earning a GPA of at least 3.75, Christian character and individual contributions to the university and community. Only 5% of the graduating undergraduate class are invited into the society.

The ten students selected are nursing, biological sciences and political science majors. The students are Arela Hammond, majoring in nursing, Analia Johnson, majoring in nursing, Liam Kelly, majoring in nursing, Kalee King, majoring in nursing, Jocelyn Soto, majoring in nursing, Kaitlin Stilp, majoring in nursing, Kaitlyn Todd, majoring in nursing, Grace Wiratunga, majoring in biological sciences, Elizabeth Kim, majoring in political science and Anthony Bruskiewicz, majoring in political science.

The students will be recognized for their induction into EKE at the Spring 2025 commencement ceremony as well as at an induction ceremony on Dec. 17.

"Students selected for the Epsilon Kappa Epsilon Honor Society are to be lauded for their distinguished scholastic achievement, faithful service and Christian character,” said Dr. Melissa Schubert Johnson, associate provost of undergraduate education. “They exemplify core values of Biola University, which we know will be crucial to their excellence in all that God calls them to. We celebrate each and every honoree.”

Founded in 1908, Biola University is committed to the mission of biblically centered education, scholarship and service — equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. With more than 5,000 students at its Southern California campus and around the world, Biola’s eight schools offer more than 250 academic programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. Recognized as the most comprehensive Christian university, ranked highest in North America for operationalizing its mission and ranked as one of the “Best National Universities” by U.S. News and World Report, Biola offers its students a premier educational and co-curricular experience. For more information, visit biola.edu or call (562) 777-4061.