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  • New Journal Features Research on English Learning from Christian Perspective

    Biola professor co-editor of new journal that debuted March 2014

    Molly Magee — 

    A new journal, the International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching (IJC&ELT), supported by Biola University’s department...

  • Creation Stewardship Events Sow Awareness, Reap Rewards

    From organic garden to recycling, Biola furthers efforts in creation stewardship

    Grace Gibney — 

    As a prelude to Earth Day on April 22, Biola University hosted Creation Stewardship Week, a series of lectures and events that stirred...

  • Defending the Faith in Nebraska

    Emily Joy Johnson — 

    KEARNEY, NEB. –– On April 26, 2014, five renowned Christian leaders will tackle some of today’s toughest questions about Christianity like “Why...

  • Alumna Natasha Jackson Trains for 2016 Olympics

    Despite setbacks, heptathlete makes strides toward competing at Rio De Janeiro

    Grace Gibney — 

    Biola alumna Natasha Jackson (‘11) aspires to be a member of the Canadian track and field team in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. However,...

  • Academics

    Faculty Spotlight: Nancy Duvall

    Nancy Duvall shares her expertise on the soul and how the concept relates to psychology and faith

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    The concept of the soul has all but vanished in today’s culture, according to Nancy Duvall, professor of psychology and expert on the soul....

  • Alumna Receives First Place at Virginia Press Association Awards

    Katie Watson (‘11) wins prestigious award for work as an investigative reporter

    Lauren Frey — 

    Biola University alumna Katie Watson (‘11) won four awards in the 2013 News/Editorial and Advertising Contest for the Virginia Press Association...

  • Athletics

    Swim Wins Conference Awards

    Head Coach, Diving Coach and a swimmer win PCSC awards.

    Jeff Hershey — 

    Pacific Collegiate Swim and Dive Conference (PCSC) awards were announced Friday with Biola Head Coach Eddie Shepard and swimmer Christine Tixier...

  • Students Use Spring Break to Volunteer

    Biola sends two ministry teams to make an impact on different communities

    Emily Joy Johnson — 

    Most college students spend spring break vacationing, however, for a number of Biola students, spring break is an opportunity to serve. On April...

  • Academics

    Biola’s Cinema and Media Arts Program Produces First Feature Length Film

    Camryn Hudson — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The first feature length film from Biola University’s Cinema and Media Arts (CMA) department — “Cicada” — will screen on April...

  • Psychologists Discuss New Findings in Religion and Spirituality Research

    Molly Magee — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. – The American Psychological Association (APA) Division 36 Conference will be hosted on the west coast for the first time April...

  • Professor Reflects on Reagan’s Influence at 50th Anniversary Symposium

    C-Span airs Darren Guerra’s message on Reagan’s speech “A Time for Choosing”

    Molly Magee — 

    Darren Guerra, a political science professor at Biola University, spoke at the 2014 Ronald ReaganSymposium honoring the 50th anniversary of former...

  • Transformative Teaching: Imagination Summit 2014

    This year's Imagination Summit took place on Friday, May 21, 2014 in Calvary Chapel.

    Hilary Larkins — 

    The Imagination Summit began four years ago and today it’s goal is to equip Biola faculty to more effectively utilize specific digital...

  • Biola Celebrates Women's History Month in March

    On Wednesday, March 26, Biola University celebrated Women’s History Month with a special chapel, luncheon, and breakout sessions.

    Hilary Larkins — 

    On Wednesday, March 26, Biola University celebrated Women’s History Month with a special chapel, luncheon, and breakout sessions. Keynote speaker...

  • Biola’s Gospel Choir To Host 28th Annual Gospel Fest

    Emily Joy Johnson — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. –– Soulful voices will be resounding in Sutherland Auditorium on Saturday, April 12 as Biola University’s Gospel Choir hosts the...

  • Producer of "The Lego Movie" to Speak at 2014 Biola Media Conference

    Grace Gibney — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University announces Dan Lin, producer of “The Lego Movie,” currently the highest grossing film of 2014, as one of the...

  • Academics

    Biola Students Lobby Against Cal Grant Proposed Cut

    State of California to decrease private school entitlements

    Lauren Frey — 

    Two Biola students travelled to the California State Capitol in Sacramento to lobby against proposed Cal Grant funding cuts — an 11 percent...

  • Student Life

    Students Encouraged to Engage in Cross-Cultural Experiences

    Biola’s study abroad program has grown due to recent university initiatives

    Camryn Hudson — 

    A new initiative for every Biola University graduate to have a cross-cultural experience, and increased student interest in studying abroad, has...

  • Athletics

    Adams Is All-American, Again

    Adijat Adams Earned NAIA All-American second team honors.

    Neil Morgan — 

    NAIA RELEASE For the second consecutive season Biola women’s basketball’s stud center, Adijat Adams, is a NAIA All-American. Adams was named to...

  • Athletics

    Andre Murillo Named All-American

    Andre Murillo, senior forward, named NAIA All-American honorable mention.

    Neil Morgan — 

    NAIA RELEASE A successful season on and off the court culminated with a grand honor on Wednesday as Andre Murillo was named an NAIA All-American...

  • Missions Conference Echoes Value of Discipleship for Global Outreach

    Nation’s largest, student-run missions conference reaches 85 years

    Molly Magee — 

    Biola University’s Missions Conference is the largest, student-run missions conference in the nation. In its 85th year, the Student Missionary...

  • Athletics

    Adijat Adams Earns WBCA All-American Recognition

    Biola's senior center earns Honorable Mention status.

    Neil Morgan — 

    LA MIRADA, Calif. --- It is difficult to find ways to improve when you are already an National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics...

  • Academics

    Piano Performance Student Wins Prestigious International Competition

    Pianist Corinne Penner will perform at Carnegie Hall

    Lauren Frey — 

    Corinne Penner, junior piano performance major, was selected as an Honorable Mention Winner of the American Protégé International Piano and...

  • Spirit Week 2014

    Biola’s 106th birthday was celebrated with a week full of spirited events.

    Hilary Larkins — 

    Biola’s 106th birthday was celebrated with a week full of spirited events. To kick off the week, students joined in on the legendary game of Catch...

  • Athletics

    Biola Sits Fifth In Directors' Cup

    Midway through the year, the Eagles are fifth in Learfield Sports NAIA Directors' Cup standings.

    Neil Morgan — 

    FULL STANDINGS:FALL 1|FALL 2|WINTER 1 CLEVELAND, Ohio--- Biola is traditionally at its strongest point athletically in the fall season, with its...

  • Athletics

    Tixier Earns National Swimmer of the Year

    Christine Tixier wins three championships and national Swimmer of the Year.

    Neil Morgan — 

    Christine Tixier, a junior from Benton City, Wash., made history by becoming Biola’s first ever National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics...