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��ݮ��Ƶ Recognized in Prestigious Research Activity Designation
Sarah Dougher — February 25, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ��ݮ��Ƶ has been recognized by Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching with the 2025 Research Activity...
Seven New Faculty Members Bring Expertise to ��ݮ��Ƶ
The professors bring knowledge in a wide range of areas including engineering, film and business
Sarah Dougher — October 03, 2024
��ݮ��Ƶ welcomes seven new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. The new faculty will join Biola’s School of Science,...
��ݮ��Ƶ Ranked as one of America’s Best National Universities
U.S. News recognizes Biola on notable lists for high-quality teaching, student accessibility and top undergraduate psychology and nursing programs
Sarah Dougher — September 24, 2024
“Being once again recognized in the higher tier ranking of national universities by U.S. News & World Report emphasizes Biola's enduring dedication to its excellent faculty, students, academics and flourishing community,” said President Barry H. Corey. “Biola will continue to hold firm to its enduring Scriptural foundation, aiming to provide premier education to over 5,423 undergraduate and graduate students. Specifically, focused recognition on four U.S. News lists this year underscores the commitment of our faculty to teach our students in a high-quality education while providing accessible and excellent academics to all of our students while they are also formed in character.”
Biola Students Perform Exceptionally in National Business Competition
Biola students score in top 5% of competing schools, makes “Honor Roll”
Ryan Wingert — May 23, 2024
��ݮ��Ƶ Crowell School of Business students made the “honor roll” in a national business competition, earning a score in the top five...
��ݮ��Ƶ Class of 2024: Their First Graduation
Sarah Dougher — April 19, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On May 3 and 4, over 1,000 graduates will receive their diploma from ��ݮ��Ƶ. For many undergraduate students, this...
Biola Welcomes Back Alumnus Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address
With over 130 million social media followers, King enchants global audiences with his “magical” video content
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2024
Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver ��ݮ��Ƶ’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, ��ݮ��Ƶ
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver ��ݮ��Ƶ’s Spring 2024...
��ݮ��Ƶ to Host Spring 2024 Career Expo
Jalin Cerillo — February 05, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — More than 40 employers from across Southern California will be on ��ݮ��Ƶ’s campus this Wednesday for the university’s...
Biola Listed as Most Comprehensively Christian University in North America
Out of 562 Christian colleges and universities, Biola leads the way in making Christian faith central to the collegiate experience and student success
Biola Staff — December 07, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ scores highest of the 562 Christian colleges and universities in North America for making Christian faith central to its identity,...
��ݮ��Ƶ Receives $750K in Grants for Two New Education Programs
Biola receives two grants to build a bilingual teaching program and an early childhood program
Jenna Mindel — November 22, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ’s School of Education has received $750,000 in grants from The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to build a new...
Wall Street Journal Names Biola on 2024 Best Colleges List
Biola is one of the top three Christian colleges highlighted for student experience
Jenna Mindel — October 02, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ is one of the best colleges in the nation, according to Wall Street Journal’s recent 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. report....
Biola Professors Author Book on Innovative Faith Integration Concepts
Seven School of Education faculty members collaborated on the new book “Biblical Integration Models for Education”
Abi Goosen — September 25, 2023
What are the best methods for integrating faith in the classroom today? A new book written and edited by seven ��ݮ��Ƶ School of Education...
Biola Welcomes Incoming Class, Students Urged to Serve Others
Being the “greatest” looks more like serving others over oneself, President Barry H. Corey exhorts students
Jenna Mindel — September 21, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ welcomes 1,676 undergraduate and graduate students, its largest incoming class since before the pandemic, this fall. The students,...
U.S. News Names ��ݮ��Ƶ a 2024 Best National University
Biola is recognized on three special recognition lists including Best Undergraduate Teaching and Best Undergraduate Psychology programs
Sarah Dougher, Jenna Loumagne — September 18, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ is one of America’s top universities, according to U.S. News and World Report , landing in the top tier of “Best National...
Torrey Honors College Named a Hidden Gem for Robust Liberal Arts Curriculum
Biola Staff — August 22, 2023
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) designated Torrey Honors College at ��ݮ��Ƶ as a Hidden Gem this month. ACTA’s Hidden...
Talbot Launches Online Masters Degree in Classical Theology
Working professionals can now apply for the online, Socratic-style 36-credit program.
Charlotte McKinley — February 23, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ’s Talbot School of Theology launched a fully online version of their Master of Arts in Classical Theology to provide working...
��ݮ��Ƶ Moves Commencement Ceremonies to Once Per Year
University Communications — April 13, 2022
Biola’s leadership, after much discussion and in consultation with the Council of Academic Deans, Student Senate and service providers across...
Students Advance in Cybersecurity Knowledge as Global Need for Cyber Protection Increases
Biola’s first collegiate cybersecurity team competes in the Largest Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition in the United States
Joe Conway — May 13, 2021
According to a New York Times article from 2017, society and culture have become more aware of the frequency and severity of cyber breaches...
National Certification Awarded to Biola’s Public Relations Academic Program
The national organization Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) recognized Biola with special certification
Malik Shaheed — May 12, 2021
The education and career preparedness offered through ��ݮ��Ƶ’s Department of Public Relations and Strategic Communication has been...
��ݮ��Ƶ Recognized for Efforts to Create Culture of Wellness on Campus
National organization honors Biola with special status and “COVID Conqueror” badge
Jenna Owens — May 11, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ robustly promotes wellness for students and employees, according to a recent designation awarded to the university. Biola is one...
Variety Magazine Names Biola One of the Best Film Schools in the World
Biola’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts is highlighted in Variety’s entertainment education report for fourth consecutive year
Joe Conway — April 30, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ’s SnyderSchool of Cinema and Media Arts is listed as one of 50 best film schools around the world by Variety’s recently released...
��ݮ��Ƶ Receives National Honor for Commitment to First-generation Student Success
The university is designated as an institution committed to advancing outcomes of first-generation college students
Jenna Owens — April 09, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ received the national honor of being selected as a member of the 2021-22 First-gen Forward cohort by The Center for...
��ݮ��Ƶ Welcomes New Faculty for Spring 2021
Two new members join Biola’s esteemed faculty
Sarah Dougher — April 08, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ welcomes two new faculty members this Spring, Dr. Matt Van Hook and Chase Andre. The new professors — from Torrey Honors College...
Biola Introduces Fully Online Teaching Credential Programs
School of Education now offers four online credential pathways
Sarah Dougher — April 07, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ’s School of Education will offer its multiple subject and single subject teaching credential programs in a completely online...
Talbot School of Theology to Launch Online Master of Divinity Program
The fully online program will provide the same curriculum and mentorship opportunities as the in-person format
Sarah Dougher — April 01, 2021
��ݮ��Ƶ’s Talbot School of Theology will launch an online Master of Divinity (MDiv) Program beginning in Summer 2021. Students in the...