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  • Student short film reflects on life and letting go

    “Persimmon” integrates Japanese culture

    Jessica Airey — 

    From Jan. 27- Feb. 4, the student short film “Persimmon” showed at the Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival — an Academy-accredited top tier...

  • Alvin Plantinga Unites Science and God

    "Science & Religion: Where the Conflict Really Lies"

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    LA MIRADA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2012 — Renowned philosopher Alvin Plantinga will discuss his new book, “Where the Conflict Really Lies: Science,...

  • John Templeton Foundation Awards $3 Million to Biola University

    Largest research grant in school’s history funds innovative new Biola University Center for Christian Thought

    Jason Newell — 

    LA MIRADA, Calif., Jan. 4, 2011 —The John Templeton Foundation has awarded a $3.03 million research grant to the Biola University Center for...

  • Philanthropist Roberta Ahmanson Addresses Graduates at Fall Commencement

    More than 400 students graduate

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Prominent philanthropist and arts patron Roberta Green Ahmanson addressed graduates Friday, Dec. 16 at Biola University’s fall commencement. Biola...

  • Philanthropist Roberta Green Ahmanson to Speak at Biola University Commencement

    Visionary for Biola’s “Year of the Arts” to speak on prophetic vision of the New Jerusalem

    Brett McCracken — 

    La Mirada, Calif., Dec. 15, 2011 — Prominent philanthropist and arts patron Roberta Green Ahmanson will address graduates Friday night, Dec. 16,...

  • Psychology Professor Explores the Grief Associated with Abortion

    Gary Strauss co-authors Grief & Abortion, book gives insight on the healing process after an abortion

    Alethia Selby — 

    Inspired by the overwhelming amount of heartbreak that is found in the aftermath of an abortion, Biola professor of psychology, Gary Strauss...

  • Renowned Scholars to Join New ‘Biola University Center for Christian Thought’

    The center, launching in February, will produce scholarship on contemporary issues facing Christianity

    Jason Newell — 

    Two of the world’s most influential Christian philosophers will be spending time in residence on Biola’s campus next semester as part of the new “...

  • Student Newspaper Wins National Pacemaker Award

    The Chimes makes history

    Melissa Soto — 

    The Chimes, Biola University’s student-run newspaper, was awarded the Associated Collegiate Press’ Pacemaker Award on October 29, 2011 for the...

  • Professors Speak on Capitol Hill

    Moreland and Hazen discuss faith, politics and science in D.C. lectures

    Jason Newell — 

    Two Biola University professors recently traveled to Washington, D.C., as part of an ongoing effort to offer biblical perspectives on issues...

  • One Common Goal: Teaching Effectively in the U.S. and in the Middle East

    Professors Address Issues of Technology, Critical Thinking, and Special Education to 250 Lebanese Educators

    Elizabeth Mak — 

    All students—from America or Lebanon—need teachers who can motivate them to love learning. Four professors from Biola’s School of Education...

  • Nursing Director Is Semi-Finalist for National Contest

    Susan Elliott has chance to win Johnson & Johnson "Amazing Nurses" contest

    Heather Tanji — 

    Susan Elliott, the director of Biola’s Department of Nursing, has been selected as one of 20 semi-finalists for the Johnson & Johnson’s “...

  • Biola Youth Theater Receives Grant From Wells Fargo

    Wells Fargo Grant Keeps Youth Theater Going

    Alethia Selby — 

    The Biola Youth Theater received a $10,000 grant from Wells Fargo Bank in support of the theater’s service to junior high and high school students...

  • Professor Talks Politics On Frank Pastore

    Why Christians Shy Away From Politics

    Elizabeth Mak — 

    Biola professor Scott Waller shared an astounding statistic with radio show host Frank Pastore on his show Tuesday, Sept. 13. Waller found that...

  • New Book Mind Your Faith Helps College Students Thrive in Mind, Faith, and Character

    Professor Discusses New Book on Radio Show

    Elizabeth Mak — 

    Universities are notorious for ravaging the minds of young Christians, according to professor David Horner, who was interviewed on the Frank...

  • U.S. News Names Biola an "Up and Comer" Second Year in a Row

    Biola Ranked Among Top National Universities

    Jenna Bartlo — 

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  • 9/11: Are We All Moral Monsters?

    9/11 soberly reveals again what is often hidden to us about our own anthropology: we are 9/11-enabled human beings and we are scared of our own mortality.

    Clay Jones — 

    9/11 soberly reveals again what is often hidden to us about our own anthropology: we are 9/11-enabled human beings and we are scared of our own...

  • Professor William Lane Craig Heads to U.K. for Reasonable Faith Debates

    Fox News Reports Few Challengers Stepping Up

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Renowned Christian philosopher and Biola University research professor William Lane Craig is headed to the U.K. this fall for a debate tour with...

  • Professor Awarded Grant for At-risk Youth Program

    State senator presents check for new film equipment

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    At-risk youth in Los Angeles will benefit from a newly awarded grant for new film and lighting equipment proposed by Biola University film...

  • Professor Speaks on Capitol Hill

    Joe Gorra — 

    Professor Craig Hazen gave a lecture to a packed room inside the Capitol building in Washington, D.C., on Friday, June 8, 2011. Representatives...

  • Q&A: What Has Theology to do with California?

    Thoughts on the new Theological Engagement with California Culture Project

    Joseph Gorra — 

    Biola University faculty are often involved in scholarly collaborations with other faculty worldwide. TheTheological Engagement with California...

  • Archeology Professor Researches Burial Practices of Man’s Best Friend

    Professor Shares Native Americans’ Relationship to Dogs

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Professor of Archeology, Paul Langenwalter, has been researching ancient burial practices and the companion like relationship Native Americans had...

  • CNN’s “That’s Not in the Bible” Features Biola Prof

    Craig Hazen Comments on Scripture Mishaps

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Quips and phrases commonly mistaken for scripture passages were the highlight of recent CNN news article, “That’s Not in the Bible.” Craig Hazen,...

  • Future Biola Students Learn the Importance of Apologetics in Debate with Atheists

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    “We’re having the most sophisticated student conversation in the world right now,” quipped alumnus Sean McDowell (‘98) to the audience at a debate...

  • First Kyiv Talbot Extension Class to Graduate

    Biola to Celebrate Class of 2011 at Spring Commencement

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Nearly 1,000 soon-to-graduate Biola University students are preparing to mark a milestone in their lives this weekend — and for five of them, the...

  • Libby Little Addresses Graduates at Biola University's 2011 Commencement

    Jenna Bartlo — 

    Libby Little, wife of late husband, Dr. Tom Little, will be Biola University’s class of 2011 Commencement speaker. LibbyLittle and her husband,...