Alumni Success

Award-winning composer for film, television, and video games

B.M. in Music Composition (‘19)

“While the academic training here at Biola is the primary focus, practical business and interpersonal relationship training is paramount for success in the ‘real world’. The staff and faculty here have provided mentorship and biblical guidance in addition to knowledge of theory and composition that has developed my character as well as my craft. Without this, I would be simply a determined, but misguided, young mind, lost in pipe dreams.”

Pianist, worship director, and author

B.M. in Music Performance (‘19)

“The size of the school was perfect. I was always challenged by my peers to aim higher and work harder, but received valuable one-on-one instruction from my professors. I felt known and valued, which encouraged me to pursue my highest potential. Again, I also am so thankful for the opportunity to pursue music, literature, and theology as a music major and Torrey student.”

Founder and consultant at Julien Success Coaching

B.A. in Public Relations and Strategic Communication (‘17)

“The PR program at Biola challenged and developed my character, which is far greater than any hard or soft skill I learned in the classroom. Each professor intentionally mentored and instructed me based on my season in life at that time, modeling resilience and perseverance despite challenges. Because of that program, I am a stronger and more relational leader led by an unwavering compass of beliefs and values based on Jesus Christ.”

Staff copywriter at Deloitte Digital

B.A. in English (‘17)

“The program at Biola prepared me to develop a narrative, write long-form content and sustain an argument, edit my work and help others edit theirs, receive and implement feedback, and think critically about texts/arguments. The English professors are great — they're all highly skilled and spent a lot of time helping students develop their craft. I felt like I knew them on a personal and professional level.”

Philosophy Ph.D. candidate at Baylor University

B.A. in Philosophy (‘20)

“My program instilled in me invaluable critical and analytical thinking skills, the importance of dialogue and discussion in pursuing solutions to questions, and the habit of disciplined work. [But] what I appreciated most about my time at Biola was the people — the professors and peers were everything. Long after I've forgotten the information, I will always remember the relationships I formed and that helped form me.”

Chief deputy solicitor general for the State of Florida

B.A. in Political Science (‘16)

“The education I received at Biola helped me refine my worldview, deepened the courage of my convictions and showed me how law can impact and further the Kingdom of God. This foundation was crucial for me personally and professionally as I began my career in law, and is something for which I will always be thankful.”

Spanish lecturer at Baylor University and linguistic tester at Welocalize

B.A. in Spanish (‘16)

"The best part of the program is its intentionality in using Spanish as an instrument of God's love to others — there were always opportunities for us to connect with members of the Spanish-speaking community outside of campus. The program [also] helped me become more confident in my Spanish, and prepared me with necessary tools to use Spanish in different contexts. I learned translation, medical Spanish, regional variations of Spanish, as well as how to read and write academically in Spanish.”

Forensic interviewer at the Denver Children’s Advocacy Center

B.A. in Sociology (‘18)

“My program at Biola prepared me for my career by instilling in me a completely new understanding of how the world and society is structured and organized. The sociology program provided me with crucial insight into systems, structures and social identities, as well as giving me an understanding of how these either oppress or liberate different communities…. Certain professors and classes had life-long impacts on me, some of which revolutionized the way I think about the world and society.”