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Academics
New Cognition and Neuroscience Research will Transform STEM Classes at Biola
Jenna Loumagne — November 20, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — A team of faculty from Biola University has been selected as one of ten teams to participate in a new seminar designed to...
Academics
National Media Organization Recognizes Student Magazine Once Again
The Point named finalist in Associated Collegiate Press Pacemaker Awards
Jenna Loumagne — November 20, 2018
Biola University’s student magazine, The Point , was recognized in one of the most prestigious contests for college media for the fourth time in...
Alumni
From Science to Searching: Biola Alumna Co-stars in Award-Winning Film
Actor Michelle La transitioned from a career in biochemistry to her recent role as Margot Kim in “Searching”
Monica Kochan — November 08, 2018
Michelle La (’11), a Biola University biochemistry alumna, plays Margot Kim, the protagonist in the recently released film, Searching — a thriller...
Academics
Professor Addresses the Reality of Spiritual Warfare in Marriage
Tim Muehlhoff’s new book “Defending Your Marriage: The Reality of Spiritual Battle” fills a gap
Jenna Loumagne — November 07, 2018
A new book authored by Biola University professor Tim Muehlhoff explores the realities of spiritual warfare in marriage: Defending Your Marriage:...
Academics
Kyle Strobel Authors New Book on Jonathan Edwards
“Jonathan Edwards: An Introduction to His Thought” released earlier this year
Jenna Loumagne — November 05, 2018
When Talbot School of Theology professor Kyle Strobel finished his dissertation on theologian Jonathan Edwards, he knew there was a vast amount of...
Student Life
Biola University Hosts 20th Annual “Candyland” Event for La Mirada Community
Amanda Pappalardo — November 02, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will host “Candyland” for the 20th consecutive year on October 31, 2018 at 5 p.m. The event, hosted by...
Alumni
Alumnus Shares How His Faith Intersects With His Career In Politics
Alain Datcher, Business Project Manager for Oregon’s Department of Human Services, is helping implement the state’s new, 24-hour child abuse hotline
Caleb Aguilera — October 25, 2018
For Biola University alumnus Alain Datcher (’11), serving in politics is supported and motivated by his faith. Without it, he does not know how he...
Academics
Biola Provides Special Education Training in the Middle East
Professor leads national conference involving Jordanian dignitaries
Jenna Loumagne — October 22, 2018
A new initiative for inclusive classrooms is making progress in Jordan, thanks in part to contributions from Biola faculty members. Dennis Eastman...
Student Life
Biola Names Banquet Room After World Evangelist Billy Kim
To honor Billy and Trudy Kim’s ministry, Biola will transform the room to depict the Great Commission
Monica Kochan — October 18, 2018
It was a night of celebration as Biola University President Barry H. Corey recognized well-known evangelist Rev. Billy Kim and his wife, Trudy...
Academics
Faculty Spotlight: Public Relations Pro Carolyn Kim
Public Relations Student Society of America honored professor Carolyn Kim at recent national conference
Jenna Loumagne — October 10, 2018
Carolyn Kim, professor of public relations, is an award-winning scholar, educator and PR professional who has been instrumental in building Biola’...
Academics
Sister Helen Prejean Addresses Capital Punishment in First Episode of “The Table Audio” Podcast Season Two
Caleb Aguilera — October 08, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s Center for Christian Thought (CCT) is launching season two of their podcast, The Table Audio, which focuses...
Student Life
Biola University to Host Big Shaker Truck on Campus For Earthquake Drill
Jenna Loumagne — October 05, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Biola community and public are invited to Biola University on Tuesday, Oct. 2 to experience a magnitude 8.0 earthquake...
Student Life
Biola University’s Campus Safety to Participate in City of Hope’s Pink Patch Project
Jenna Loumagne — October 02, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s Campus Safety department will participate in City of Hope’s Pink Patch Project to raise awareness of breast...
Alumni
Rosemead Alumna Pens New Book on Balancing Life and Technology
Doreen Dodgen-Magee, a technology and psychological health expert, offers a new perspective on using tech in today’s digital world
Jenna Loumagne — September 28, 2018
For most adults, it’s hard to imagine spending time without a cell phone. In fact, current statistics suggest that the average American over the...
Academics
Biola Welcomes New Faculty for Fall 2018
20 new faculty members join Biola’s esteemed faculty
Caleb Aguilera — September 27, 2018
Biola University welcomes 20 new faculty members and two faculty appointments this fall — each of whom represent the university’s aspiration to...
Academics
How Rhetoric Impacts Women Leadership in the Pentecostal Church
Communication studies professor, Joy Qualls, authors new book ‘God Forgive Us for Being Women: Rhetoric, Theology, and the Pentecostal Tradition’
Jenna Loumagne — September 19, 2018
“How we talk about things matters” — this concept is a key starting point to get to know professor of communication studies, Joy Qualls, and part...
Academics
President of The Giving Keys Speaks at Fourth Annual Startup Competition Kick Off
Jenna Loumagne — September 17, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The 4th Annual Biola Startup Competition launches tonight with a presentation by President of The Giving Keys, Brit Gilmore,...
Academics
U.S. News Names Biola a Best National University
Biola continues to rise in the top tier of America's best national universities
Jenna Loumagne — September 10, 2018
Biola University has again been named one of America’s best colleges, earning a spot in the top tier of the “best national universities” category...
Academics
Biola University Welcomes Nearly 1,800 New Students
President Barry H. Corey encourages students to be all-in disciples of Jesus
Jenna Loumagne — September 06, 2018
Nearly 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students started their collegiate journey at Biola University on Tuesday, Sept. 5. The incoming graduate...
Academics
Biola Named as a Top University for International Students by US News & World Report
International students are successfully supported at Biola, according to new list
Jenna Loumagne — September 05, 2018
Biola University is named as one of the “Top Universities for International Students” in a new list published this summer by US News & World...
Student Life
24K Gold, 5 Tons of Clay and Nano-Crystals Transform Biola University Chapel
Jenna Loumagne — August 21, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — World renowned Danish artists Peter Brandes and Maja Lisa Engelhardt, who have been in large part responsible for a...
Academics
Biola Hosts Praxis Academy for Young Entrepreneurs
Jenna Loumagne — July 27, 2018
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — A five-day academy to foster entrepreneurial skills in the next generation of business leaders will be hosted by Biola...
Athletics
Eagles Advance NCAA Membership
Biola Athletics has one year until full NCAA Division II membership as of July 13, 2018
Neil Morgan — July 16, 2018
Biola University achieved another milestone on its journey to gain full membership in NCAA Division II on Friday, July 13. Greg Vaughan, Vice...
Biola Campus Safety Officer Honored Locally and Nationally
Sergeant Jose Alvarez receives award for his heroic action.
Madisyn Steiner — July 11, 2018
Sergeant Jose Alvarez received La Mirada’s Community Spotlight Award on May 8 in recognition of his heroic action on Biola’s campus in December....
Alumna Shares the Impact of Her Education on Becoming a Writer
Amanda Warner shares redemptive story of a former inmate of the juvenile justice system in her new book.
Madisyn Steiner — June 13, 2018
Alumna Amanda Warner ( ’ 12), released her first book: “Reformed: How a Life Sentence Became My Saving Grace.” Through writing, which Warner honed...