Category: University News

Lights, Camera, Action: Biola Breaks Ground on New Film Studio Facility
In-N-Out Burger® founding family honored at the historic ceremony
Sarah Dougher — September 12, 2024
Biola University is leaning into the commitment made nearly 50 years ago when the university began teaching radio, television and film classes in...
Honoring Ethel Maude Lee, A Dedicated Biola Bible Woman
Sutherland Auditorium is being renamed to Ethel Lee Memorial Auditorium
Sarah Dougher — September 06, 2024
Bible Woman, Bible scholar, dedicated Christ follower, teacher and friend: Ethel Maude Lee’s rich history is being preserved at Biola University....
Biola Welcomes Over 1,600 Students to the Community
President Barry H. Corey welcomed the Biola community in Convocation chapel with a message to kickoff the chapel theme, “Compelled”
Sarah Dougher — September 05, 2024
Lively worship led by Biola University gospel choir director and American Idol top 12 finalist Roman Collins ushered Biola students, staff and...
Biola University Film Studio, Made Possible by In-N-Out Founding Family, Set to Break Ground
Sarah Dougher — August 27, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will break ground on a state-of-the-art 45,463 square-foot studio facility on Friday, Sept. 6. Made possible...
Not Your Average Drive-Thru: Biola University’s Concierge Move-In Experience
Sarah Dougher — August 23, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The move-in experience for incoming freshmen at Biola University on Friday, August 30, 2024 will bring families from the car...
Winsome Conviction Project Engages D.C. Leaders on How to Foster Unity
Professors Tim Muehlhoff and Rick Langer advocate for Christian communicators in the political landscape
Katelyn Ho — August 08, 2024
“Today, 98% of Americans state that incivility is a threat to this country,” said Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Biola University professor of communication. “...
Biola University Congratulates 2024 Graduates
Social media mogul and Biola alumnus Zach King (’12) delivers Commencement address
Sarah Dougher — May 07, 2024
More than 1,100 graduates celebrated their graduation at Biola University on May 3 and 4. For many, it was the first chance they had to cross the...
Biola University 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 Biola University. For many undergraduate students, this...
Biola University Appoints New Vice President of Advancement
David Vazquez will assume the position beginning on June 1
Sarah Dougher — April 11, 2024
Yesterday, Biola University announced the appointment of David Vazquez as its new Vice President for Advancement. Vazquez will transition out of...
Biola Honors Rev. Andy Bales with Tenth Annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage
Honored during Missions Conference, Bales embodies the Great Commission in his daily work
Sarah Dougher — March 21, 2024
Today, the former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, received the tenth annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage....
Biola University Marks 116th Birthday by Serving Downtown LA
Biola students serve at MacArthur Park with the Dream Center
Jalin Cerillo — March 11, 2024
Biola University celebrated its 116th birthday with a number of events, including serving those experiencing homelessness in downtown Los Angeles....
URM’s Rev. Andy Bales to Receive Biola University Award for Profound Impact on Skid Row
Grace Morales — March 04, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, is the 2024 recipient of Biola University’s Charles W. Colson Award...
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 Biola University’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, Biola University
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver Biola University’s Spring 2024...
Biola University 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 Biola University’s campus this Wednesday for the university’s...
Biola University to Host LA County Fire Department Personnel Training
Sarah Dougher — January 29, 2024
With the imminent demolition of some older buildings on Biola University’s campus, The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) is presented with...
Biola to Welcome New Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing
Sarah Dougher — January 11, 2024
Biola University is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracey Harrison as the new Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing....
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
Biola University scores highest of the 562 Christian colleges and universities in North America for making Christian faith central to its identity,...
The Vision of Isaiah to Lead Biola’s 2023 Advent Project
Reina Lee — November 28, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s 2023 Advent Project will begin on Saturday, December 2, launching the 11th anniversary of the Biola Advent...
Ring in the Holiday Season with Biola’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Jenna Mindel — November 27, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — For the 39th year, Biola University is hosting its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 1, 2023. Guests will hear a...
Biola to Close Undergraduate Intercultural Studies Program and Move Graduate Programs under Talbot School of Theology
Sarah Dougher — November 15, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — In response to declining enrollment in its courses, Biola University has decided to close the B.A. in Intercultural Studies...
J.P. Moreland Releases New Book, A Culmination of His Life’s Work
The Biola professor and renowned philosopher’s new book addresses “What is a human being?”
Reina Lee — November 07, 2023
A new book authored by Talbot School of Theology professor and renowned philosopher Dr. J.P. Moreland alongside coauthor alumnus Brandon Rickabaugh...
Princeton Review Names Biola a 2024 Best Regional College
Biola is recognized for faith integration and proximity to beach and notable outdoor activities
Abi Goosen — October 25, 2023
The Princeton Review included Biola in their 2024 Best Regional Colleges list. Biola is one of 79 best colleges in the publication’s “Best in West...
Money Magazine Highlights Biola for Student Success and Affordability
Biola is a top choice for students, according to the national publication’s recent rankings
Jenna Mindel — October 20, 2023
Money Magazine named Biola University a “Best College in America” in their 2023 rankings. The national publication factored in dozens of data...
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
Biola University is one of the best colleges in the nation, according to Wall Street Journal’s recent 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. report....