Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of the Talbot School of Theology, shared insight on the state of the church and recent data regarding church attendance and more on the KABC790 radio show "Healing Conversations with Dave Roberts."
Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, guest spoke on this Talks for Christ podcast episode on what Biola's new Adaptive MBA degree offers, how Crowell is staying relevant in an ever-evolving technologic society and Biola's emphasis on biblical integration as well as the development of the In-N-Out Leadership Academy.
Written by Biola's provost and senior vice president, Matthew J. Hall, this Gospel Coalition article talks about two things to consider when choosing a faith-based college: faculty's convictional alignment and faith integration across the curriculum. Biola University has been named the number one comprehensively Christian school and offers both of these to the highest degree.
This Stream article talks about how the image of God can also be defined as human identity. Dr. Ryan Peterson, associate professor of theology, advances that identity in his book "The Imago Dei as Human Identity: A Theological Interpretation," which is referenced in the article.
Biola University's Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts has been recognized as a top film school in North America for eight years in a row. This Variety feature underscores Biola's commitment to providing its students with film equipment from day one, the new studio facility being constructed, set to be completed in May 2026, and especially the school's dedication to developing excellence in craft and character.
This Daily Citizen article, which is run by Focus on the Family, covers the "Songs of Faith" American Idol special, which featured many different musical artists, including Biola's current gospel choir director Roman Collins. Collins was on the last season of American Idol, making it to the top 12. During the special, he sang a rendition of "Come Jesus Come" with gospel legend CeCe Winans.
Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of Talbot School of Theology, explored recent trends in Christianity, the church and Gen Z turning to Christian faith in this USA Today article published on Easter. While it may not be considered yet a revival, there is growth stirring in the data and culture.
This Deseret News article covers the conundrum many colleges and universities are facing right now with federal funds being threatened. It goes into why religious school might also be affected, quoting a statement released by Biola in 2016 after it was denied religious exemption from Title IX.
This WORLD magazine article uses Biola alumna and current missionary nurse Bethany Harper ('20) as its lead focus: one who enjoyed reading many books during her Torrey honors College days, but who now between patient appointments gets a solid history fix through listening to podcasts. The article talks about how knowing history can help contextualize the world.
Christian musicians Chris Tomlin and Ben Fielding released “The First Hymn” using the words and melody from an ancient unearthed Greek hymn. A documentary about the hymn was created which premiered at Biola, paired with the very first time for the song to be sung in a corporate setting. This WORLD article talks about the process of reviving the hymn.
Written by a Biola alumna and current staff member, this Christianity Today article talks about the growing divide between Gen Z men and women staying in and leaving the church respectively. The article takes the perspective of a Gen Z woman who is deciding to stay in the church despite certain data.
This Christianity Today article covers the rising issue of some non-church Christian organizations filing a Form 990, which is a federal exemption that churches can receive when applied for, and why they are doing it. Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of the Talbot School of Theology, was quoted in the article, saying that ministry leaders should consider not just legal questions but biblical principles when deciding whether or not to file a Form 990 if they are leading an organization that is not actually a church.
Once standing at 7 feet, 8 inches and known as the tallest man in America, George Bell played basketball for BIola in 1982, with his team going all the way to the national finals, finishing in the championship 33-1. Bell was coached by Biola's current men's basketball coach, Dr. Dave Holmquist. This People Magazine article covers the life of Bell.
A new song premiered at Biola University. An ancient unearthed hymn, known as "The First Hymn" has been revived by Christian artists Chris Tomlin and Ben Fielding. This Christian Post article talks about the history of the hymn being written.
President Barry H. Corey provided expert insight on Christian higher education and comments on how and where Biola is growing, with the implementation of the AI Lab and the construction of the new studio facility on campus in an article featured in USA Today's first ever Easter Special Edition. He explained that Biola's commitment to faith and biblical integration has remained unchanged in the midst of growth. Read the story starting on page 54.
Biola alumnus George Bell ('82) studied therapy and recreation while playing as a center on the Biola men's basketball team and was known as the tallest man in the U.S. He passed away in April 2025, as announced in this New York Times article.
This Thrive! News article features the recipients of Biola's Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage, Tim and Kathy Keller. The article highlights some of the great accomplishments between the couple, indicating why they were given the award.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and 1983 Biola alumnus is spotlighted in this New Yorker feature article, attributing his and his older brothers' college days to Biola.
The Crowell School of Business In-N-Out Leadership Academy was featured in the LA Business Journal for its unique series of six workshops developed by Crowell faculty and In-N-Out leaders designed to enrich In-N-Out Associate's work within the company. Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, noted in the article that Biola's missions and In-N-Out's values align.
This Deseret News article is about Judge Thomas B. Griffith's speech he gave at Utah State University on March 25 as part of the USU President’s Forum on Conflict and Conflict Transformation. In his speech, he referred to President Barry H. Corey's teaching on the importance of engaging in dialogue that may be viewed as more challenging.
This Ministry Watch article quotes Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, regarding the claims Paula White made using Exodus 23:20-33 as grounds for special blessings granted by God during Passover.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, contributes monthly to Christianity today and published this article with comments on Paula White's controversial Passover claim referencing Exodus 23:14–30.
Former Biola fine arts professor Tom Relth owns the Above & Below Art Studio in Vancouver, WA and will be the professional artist teaching three courses at the Vancouver Arts Hub. A portion of the price of the course will go to support future art classes at a nonprofit arts organization called theARTScentered.
Alumnus John Thune ('83) serves at the current Senate Majority Leader. This National Review article credits Biola as the place he met his wife, alumna Kimberley Thune (Weems, '83). Thune also played basketball at Biola under the direction of Biola's current coach, Dr. Dave Holmquist.
Dr. Tim Milosch, professor of political science, provided comments in this Religion Unplugged article about the current presidential administration's approach to the war in Ukraine.
The contractor working on the construction of Biola's new 52,100-square-foot Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts film studio, W.E. O'Neil, is also working with an Orange County based private equity firm on a project in Texas.
Former Biola film professor Tom Nash won second place in the Laguna Woods Video Club film competition called the Goldie Awards with a lighthearted film he shot about dumpster diving inspired by a chandelier he has in his home.
Biola's Crowell School of Business has developed the In-N-Out Leadership Academy, a specialized executive education curriculum designed for senior leadership in the In-N-Out Burger company led by Biola business faculty members and In-N-Out instructors.
Biola alumnus George Bell ('82), who was known as the tallest man in America, passed away. He played on Biola's basketball team and had a Harlem Globetrotters stint in the 1980s.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, shares in this Market Watch article about the value in regularly tracking every expense in a phone app to help prevent from overspending.
Dr. Jane Kim, associate professor in the Torrey Honors College, writes about the uniqueness of humans recognizing other humans in ways that are more personal and intimate than anything AI can do, such as face, touch and voice recognition capable by computers in this Christian Scholars Review article. She uses many examples of Jesus in the Bible recognizing his disciples and others in ways that are deeply personal.
As a second part to a two-part Templeton Foundation series, Dr. Liz Hall, professor of psychology in the Rosemead School of Psychology, shares about how ignoring the presence of suffering and lament that is clearly displayed in the Bible has the potential of making others feel isolated. The psalms of lament are useful tools for people to navigate loss, grief and sorrow.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, provides a tip to Gen Z people on how to manage their expenses well in this GoBankingRates article. He suggests for people to avoid buy-now-pay-later schemes and to track expenses on a budgeting app as soon as they happen in order for it appear immediately.
In this WalletHub article, Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, discusses how certain budgeting rules can be helpful when it comes to managing funds, but to consider what needs each expense is fulfilling and determining if there is a more cost-effective way to fulfill the same need.
Dr. Liz Hall, professor of psychology in the Rosemead School of Psychology, actively researches meaning-making in suffering. In this Templeton Foundation article, Hall shares the importance of being honest with God in seasons of lament and sorrow. She references many instances in the Bible where lament is poured out by followers of God through prayer and song.
President Barry H. Corey played a key role in the Gwangmyeong Church’s 33rd-anniversary thanksgiving service, which is highlighted in this Korean publication the Hapdong Herald article. He was invited as a lecturer and delivered a sermon at the evening service titled “Trusting God in Uncertain Times.” In his message, he distinguished between “certainty,” which relies on visible proof, and “confidence,” which is trusting God despite uncertainty.
On this podcast episode, Biola's president Dr. Barry H. Corey speaks about his journey to getting to Biola, starting with his decision after earning his bachelor's and master's degrees to study in Bangladesh and then how he made his way into working in Christian higher education. The host and he talk about how Dr. Corey has led Biola in completing its most ambitious fundraising goal, enrollment growth and the beginning of four academic schools just to name a few of the accomplishments achieved during his presidency, all while staying true to Biola's roots and mission.
Dr. Arianna Molloy, associate professor of communication, shares her insight on calling, burnout and meaningful work in this Outreach Magazine interview. Molloy recently released a book titled "Healthy Calling: From Toxic Burnout to Sustainable Work" which talks about meaningful work and recognizing burnout before it gets stronger.
Dr. Erik Thoennes, professor of theology, joined Bill Arnold on his podcast to talk about what are the common theological questions the younger generation is asking, the character of God, humanity, the sin in the world and much more.
Biola alumnus RobertAnthony Cruz, now known by his followers and fan-base as "Coach RAC," started his baseball journey at Biola and is now a member of the Savannah Bananas, a professional-level novelty baseball team known for their tricks and antics during games. This USA Today article features Cruz's story of how his journey brought him to where he is now.
This Denver Post article highlights the new Apple TV+ movie "The Gorge," directed by Biola University alumnus Scott Derrickson (B.A. '89). Derrickson is a Colorado native, and took quite a bit of inspiration from where he was raised and inserted it into the film.
Dr. Laureen Mgrdichian, associate professor of marketing, provided her insights on the effectiveness of Nationwide Insurance's marketing and services they provide to their customers in this WalletHub article.
In this episode, host Becket Cook speaks with Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of theology at in the Talbot School of Theology and author of "Revering God: How to Marvel at Your Maker." They discuss the inspiration behind his new book, discuss how a deeper awe of God transforms lives and explore countercultural truths about identity, joy and purpose.
This Religion Unplugged article, written by honored friend of Biola University, Roberta Green Ahmanson, covers the life and artworks of Danish artist Peter Brandes, who died in January. Known for his reverent and liturgical artwork, one of Brandes' many works included the 32 hand-cut stained glass windows in Biola's Calvary Chapel, which was renovated in 2018.
In this Forbes article, Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, discusses how one's relationship with money is largely shaped by how their family handled money and finances when they were growing up, such as spending on fun or frivolous things, or being frugal and pinching pennies.
This KTLA article features the story of Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Nate Norell (B.A. '18) and his journey to making a $1 million earning Doritos ad that premiered during the Super Bowl as the winning submission to the 2025 Doritos Crash the Super Bowl contest.
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Nate Norell (B.A. '18) was one of the creators of the Doritos ad that won the Doritos Crash the Super Bowl contest, earning his ad a feature during the Super Bowl and him and his co-director $1 million. This Ad Week article tells the story of how Norell and his team came up with the idea for the extraterrestrial commercial.
This Washington Times article covers the trend of the rise of nondenominational American churches and how they might be the future of churches in America. It also discusses the trends in Gen Z Christians and how they are stereotypically disillusioned by established institutions, especially churches, but the number of committed Gen Z Christians is growing. Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of the Talbot School of Theology, shared his expertise on the state of the church and the growing trends in Christians.
This Christianity Today article features Biola alumnus Ryan Keating, the owner of a coffee shop ministry in Cyprus. After learning the coffee industry in Turkey, Keating opened his own coffee shop in Cyprus and uses it as a discipleship opportunity -- employing those in need, opening his space for worship services and a space for the community to gather.
On this episode of The Pastor Scott Show, Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of the Talbot School of Theology, speaks about the Los Angeles fires and how Christians and churches are stepping up to help those affected.
Tom Halleen, dean of the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts, is quoted in this World Magazine article about a study released by UCLA about how young people are less interested in romance in films, but more interested in friendships. Halleen shared insight on how the film industry can easily get caught up in what worked in the past and should try to see through the lens of young people to make films that appeal to them.
In this Patheos Old Testament quiz, Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, is referenced as someone who believes the Old Testament still matters.
In this Christianity Today article, Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, wrote about how Paul calls Christians to use their God-given gifts on behalf of others. She talks about a different understanding of the word "grace" and how it manifests itself in the Bible but also the church.
Biola Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Nate Norell ('18) is one of the top three finalists in the Doritos Crash the Super Bowl commercial contest, where his ad featuring the nacho cheese chip has the opportunity to be voted by the public as the winner, being shown during the Super Bowl on Feb. 9 and earning him $1 million. This AdWeek article features all three finalists, mentioning Biola as Norell's alma mater.
Biola marketing alumna Naomi Mendoza was featured on this 700 Club segment as she talked about trusting God with her finances when it came to running her family's restaurant starting in 2020.
This Danish article features world-renowned artist Peter Brandes, highlighting some of his most iconic works in honor of his death. Brandes created the 32 hand-cut stained glass windows in Biola's Calvary Chapel, which is mentioned in the article.
This New York Times article features Biola alumnus John Thune ('83) and his new role as the Senate Majority Leader. His alma mater is mentioned in describing his basketball career in high school and college.
A photo taken on Biola University’s campus was included in the Los Angeles Times’ year in photos review. The photo was taken in February 2024 of a Biola student “surfing” in the La Mirada Creek that runs through campus during the period of heavy rain last winter.
John Thune, the senate majority leader and alumnus of Biola University, is described as “even-keel and difficult to rattle” in this MSN article about how he is taking President Trump’s attorney general nomination in stride. Thune’s alma mater is mentioned in the article as part of his accolades.
There have been recent TikTok accounts created that modernize Bible stories that make Gen Z jargon their primary language. Dr. Sean McDowell, associate professor of Christian apologetics, was quoted in this CNN article about how these accounts might spark the interest of young people to find out more straight from the source, and that viewers of the videos likely know that what they are viewing is not the core of the Bible, but could keep them curious.
Dr. Mike Ahn, dean of Spiritual Development, provided his insights on the Advent season and Biola's Advent Project in this Thrive! News article. Ahn emphasized that art and music invite people to engage in the season with not just the mind, but with senses and imagination.
Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of Talbot School of Theology, was used as an example in this National Geographic article for how technology is changing the way people can access and engage with different religions. The article discusses how many people of differing religions make themselves and their ways of worship well known to people through making it public on social media. Artificial intelligence also plays a role. Stetzer used ChatGPT to help him with resourcing quotes from early church fathers to help him get "started on the trail."
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, wrote a piece for Christianity Today about how Christmas time can often be a time to remind people who are facing the reality of pain, sorrow or hurt that the Messiah came to redeem all of that and one day all will be made whole. She used the stories of Simeon and Anna in the Bible to emphasize messy circumstances.
This Christianity Today article covers the most visited Bible verses based on online Bible resources such as the YouVersion Bible app, Logos and Bible Gateway. Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, provided comments on how the Psalms, which include by far the most referenced verses by online searchers, used to be more widely known by Christians but because of differences in churches, certain Psalms are focused on more than others nowadays.
Dr. John Bloom, professor of physics and director of the science and religion program in the Talbot School of Theology, discussed his chapter in "The Comprehensive Guide to Science and Faith" on a recent episode of ID the Future podcast. Bloom explained how the rise of modern science was rooted in key ideas from the Judeo-Christian worldview, which transformed astrology into astronomy, alchemy into chemistry and sparked the great adventure of scientific discovery.
Stefan Jungmichel, associate director of Biola University’s AI Lab, shared insights on how AI is revolutionizing Christian ministries by enhancing efficiency and expanding impact in this Christian News Magazine article. Biola’s initiatives, including the AI Lab and AI Studio, empower ministries to ethically integrate AI for tasks like content creation, donation management and strategic outreach while staying true to its biblical mission.
Dr. Darren Guerra, professor of political science, wrote this First Things article about how Donald Trump’s 2024 victory was driven by a multi-ethnic, religiously conservative coalition of blue-collar and middle-class voters, with evangelicals — particularly Jacksonians and Tocquevillians — playing a pivotal role. He also discusses how the election saw shifts among Catholic and Latino voters.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, contributed an article to Forbes about the news ways charitable giving has been transformed into something fun through the development of donor-advised funds (DAF). A DAF is a charitable giving account established with a sponsoring organization but advised by the donor and allows them to track all of their giving in one place.
This Los Angeles Times article discusses how the Advent season can be celebrated in varying cultures and religions. Both Luke Aleckson, professor of art and executive director of the Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts, and Mike Ahn, dean of spiritual development, were quoted in the article on how Biola's Advent Project is formatted for people to engage with it in whatever capacity they are able, and how Advent is an "on-ramp" for people to remember what the season is all about.
Dr. David Bourgeois, professor of information systems, business analytics, and artificial intelligence and director of the AI Lab, provided his expertise on how students are engaging with AI in the classroom and beyond in this CCCU Advance Magazine article.
Dr. Raquel Ravaglioli, associate professor of music therapy, was quoted in this UK-based publication's story about how Christmas music is good for one's health. Ravaglioli explained that the holiday tunes evoke a strong emotional response from the brain, and memories are brought forth from hearing the music.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, shared in this Forbes article about how investors who were once satisfied with their investments in stocks are being lured by the "bigger bone," in reference to one of Aesop's fables, of Cryptocurrency. He urges readers to resist the "siren song" of risky investing.
In this Christianity Today article, Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, dives into the plural pronouns used in the Lord's Prayer, explaining that when praying the prayer, believers are united as siblings in God's family. She uses this as a reminder of the coming Savior that will ultimately do away with nations and governing as Christians know now on earth.
It was announced on November 13 that Senator John Thune was voted as the next Senate Majority Leader. Thune, a Biola alumnus ('83), who majored in business and played on the basketball team, has long-lasting Biola connections. This Orange County Register article details his connection to SoCal.
Written by a Biola alumna, this Christianity Today article references insight from Dr. Timothy Pickavance, professor in the department of philosophy in Talbot School of Theology. Pickavance shares that Gen Z's common statement of being "nothing in particular" when it comes to religion or faith indicates openness to spirituality rather than closed hearts.
The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts was recognized as one of the top 50 film schools in the United States by TheWrap. The school was recognized for its significant growth in enrollment, large donation made by In-N-Out Burger president Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson and the construction of the new studio facility.
In this Forbes article, Dr. Shane Enete, professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, shares how to make budgeting more enjoyable and manageable by establishing a quick and easy tracking habit that we naturally weave into our daily lives, such as checking a budgeting app.
Dr. Shane Enete, professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, is a regular contributor to Forbes, and shares in this article about the best way to giving financial advice to other people is to not only just offer advice, but become a financial facilitator who walks alongside people as they navigate their finances.
Does Job convincingly argue against a fixed system of just retribution by proclaiming the prosperity of the wicked, an argument that runs contrary to traditional biblical and ancient Near Eastern wisdom? Addressing this question in this podcast episode, Dr. Dominick Hernández, associate professor of Old Testament and semitics in the Talbot School of Theology, gives careful consideration to the rhetoric, imagery, and literary devices used to treat the issue of the fate of the wicked in Job's first two rounds of dialogue.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament in the Talbot School of Theology, writes a monthly column for Christianity Today, and this one explores the story of Jesus and the Canaanite woman at the well and how Jesus's meaningful conversation with her was culturally unheard of, but was Jesus's way of proving a point to his disciples about caring for people outside of Israel.
Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, was a guest on the Digital HR Leaders podcast. In this episode, he shares insight on how the shift to hybrid and distributed work is potentially reshaping the fabric of organizations' networks and how leveraging these changes can build more effective teams and drive business success.
This Christianity Today article outlines how churches and the Biola Winsome Conviction Project and faculty have addressed the polarization occurring in Christian communities and our world, particularly in regards to politics. The author highlights the practical impact of the Winsome Conviction Project on individuals and how Biola students are practicing how to navigate political tensions in class. The article includes quotes from Biola's School of Fine Arts and Communication professor Dr. Tim Muehlhoff and Dr. Rick Langer, faculty emeritus.
This Church Leaders article highlights the Biola AI Lab and how it is a resource hub for students and others who are working to combat the potential dangers of AI. Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, is quoted and talks about how educators should be proactive in engaging with AI in order to better understand and learn it.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, provided insight on building credit and the best avenue to do so through, including applying for a credit card and how to choose the best one with a credit-building goal in this WalletHub article.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, discusses why it's so important to talk about race in the United States but being mindful of where to start with each individual on this episode of the YMCA podcast Conversations on Race.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, communications professor, believes there is an “exhausted majority” in the United States that seeks unity and civility in political disagreements. This Christian Post article highlights Muehlhoff and Dr. Sean McDowell’s book "End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations" and the need for unity rather than division when it comes to conversations about politics.
This Christianity Today article covers the issue of increased porn engagement by Christians. Dr. Sean McDowell, associate professor of Christian apologetics, shares that less Christians are considering it a big deal, emphasizing that “people are taking their cues far more from the culture and the ideas around us than Scripture and their Christian worldview.”
Dr. Erik Thoennes, professor in the Talbot School of Theology, answered questions on this Finding Something Real podcast episode about eternal security, God's character and God's love.
Dr. Anna Sinclair, assistant professor of public relations, shared in this Christian Scholars Review article about how professors can effectively and lovingly apply tools and methods in their classroom while under the impression that a large portion of their students may have a disability of some kind. The odds likely being higher now, a study conducted in 2016 yielded that approximately 19% of all undergraduate university students reported having a disability.
This BeliefNet article highlights the groundbreaking of Biola's new studio facility for the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts. It also highlights some of the biblical references seen throughout the In-N-Out Burger company's products.
Dr. Jeannine Hanger, associate professor in Talbot School of Theology, authored this Christianity Today article about how engaging with ones senses can help with experiencing the Bible in a more holistic way. She explains that not only is it through the five senses that people experience the world, but that they reflect the creativity and beauty of God himself.
This Gospel Coalition article written by Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of theology, is another article highlighting his book, Revering God: How to Marvel at Your Maker. This article showcases Williams’ relationship with another Biola professor, Dr. J.P. Moreland, and how he is convicted by Moreland’s challenge: take yourself less seriously and God more seriously.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, wrote this Logos article about how communication within a marriage is strongly influenced by social context. A couple's social surroundings may promote virtues like compassion, kindness and empathy, or possibly division, acrimony and anger and therefore influence their communication style.
This Associated Press article covers Republican Senator John Thune, a Biola alumnus. The article mentions that Thune and his siblings attended Biola and that his “sense of the world was also formed by the evangelical Christian faith he inherited from his parents.”
This Christianity Today article focuses on how Wesleyan theology and practices are becoming more and more popular, especially among young people. Primarily fixated on Asbury University and Asbury Seminary, the article goes into detail about where Wesleyan theology is showing up more. Dr. Fred Sanders, professor in the Torrey Honors College, is personally interested in Wesleyan theology history, and provided comments in this article.
In this Christianity Today article, Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, examines Joseph and the administrative policies he implemented in Egypt during the famine and how those policies were later used by Pharaoh to oppress the Jews in exile. She then compares this to how we can look at today’s politics and asks the question of how important it is to consider how a political leader conducts themselves in private.
Dr. Uche Anizor, associate professor of theology, authored this Christianity Today book review about Brad East's book "Letters to a Future Saint: Foundations of Faith for the Spiritually Hungry." The book counsels believers whose faith is genuine but untutored, and Anizor refers to this as a "personal trainer."
Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of theology, recently released a book "Revering God: How to Marvel at Your Maker" which outlines the thesis of "you are an idiot and God is not." This Gospel Coalition article highlights how the book calls readers to resist cultural pressures as they think theologically.
This Hollywood Reporter article highlights the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts as one of the best film schools in the United States, mentioning the plans to open the new studio facility in 2026.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance in the Crowell School of Business, spoke on this Faith Fi podcast about getting in and out of debt and knowing about debt and credit, while also addressing debt as a concept in the Bible.
On this Faith Fi podcast, Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, discusses debt and credit and how to consider both while making financially responsible decisions.
President Barry H. Corey joined hosts of Blue Trust's podcast, "Wisdom for Wealth. For Life." to discuss how he reconciles his faith and beliefs with the challenges of leading a prominent Christian university in the modern age.
Dr. David Bourgeois, professor in the Crowell School of Business and director of the AI Lab, spoke on this Tech Guide podcast about the importance of professional development in students, the value in being educated in AI and fostering relationships in internships for the ultimate success of business students.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament in Talbot School of Theology, contributed this Christianity Today article for her monthly contract with the publication. This article addresses the need to praise God in all his glory during times that may cause people to want to lament instead, such as an election season.
Biola baseball team alumnus RobertAnthony Cruz is making a name for himself in the world of baseball, now playing on the novelty team the Savannah Bananas, as well as establishing himself as a trusted coach on his social media platforms, giving tips and tricks to young baseball players based on what he wished he knew when he was learning the sport. This Washington Post article walks through his journey.
Dr. Michael Longinow, professor of journalism in the School of Fine Arts and Communication, shared about the dire situation in Haiti, using the story about a missionary couple who lost their lives due to the gang activity in the country.
Dr. Brandon Ware, associate professor in the Crowell School of Business, provided his expert opinion on best practices with grocery credit cards in this MoneyGeek article.
Dr. David Bourgeois, professor of information systems, business analytics, and artificial intelligence in the Crowell School of Business, provided his insights on the mission of Biola's AI Lab and how it is preparing students to interact ethically with AI.
Dr. David Bourgeois, director of the AI Lab and professor in the Crowell School of Business, talked about the importance of understanding AI and not fearing it as it continues to develop in this American Family News article.
This Fox News article covers how the AI Lab at Biola is addressing ethical engagement with AI. Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, speaks on the importance of staying in front of the AI trends in order to mitigate "falling asleep at the wheel."
Dr. Michael Longinow, professor of journalism, authored this Gospel Coalition article about fatherly lament and how it appears not only in the Bible, but in popular media such a music and films.
Dr. Scott Waller, chair of the political science department, was quoted in this CNN article about the virtue that Jimmy Carter exhibited during his term in presidential office. Waller explains that Carter displayed in office what American citizens at the time were generally expecting. Today, it can go the opposite way, and politicians can be criticized for being too virtuous, emphasizing that someone like Carter appearing in office again may be less likely.
Jake Aguas, associate professor of management in the Crowell School of Business, spoke about how Gen Z and older generations have drastically different communication styles in this KNX News interview.
Dr. June Hetzel, dean of the School of Education, wrote this article for the ASCI about what Christian schools should consider when choosing a reading comprehension curriculum. She says that the Christian school should provide curriculum that correlates biblical truth with subject content and then to incorporate evidence-based research that further develops and strengthens synergistically all the literacy processes of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Gospel singers Roman Collins, the director of Biola's Gospel Choir, and CeCe Winans performed a moving rendition of “Goodness of God” during the season finale on American Idol on Sunday night. Collins made it to the top 12 in this season of American Idol.
Dr. Michael Arena, dean of the Crowell School of Business, speaks about the new Biola AI Lab in this interview, and shares about how Biola is working to integrate faith into AI and how it is working to future-proof the industry when it comes to the development of AI.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, provides her perspective in this Christianity Today editorial on the uniqueness of the books 1 and 2 Chronicles despite there being 50% overlapped content in those books from Samuel and 1 and 2 Kings. The new content in 1 and 2 Chronicles focuses on David and the Temple.
Dr. Michael Arena, dean of Crowell School of Business, provided his insight on how AI is developing and how it may be disrupting the industry as we know it. He highlighted the new AI Lab in the Crowell School of Business, and talked about the forthcoming AI Studio to be housed in the school.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, wrote an editorial for Christianity Today about how it is important for Christians to engage in corporate worship together even if they disagree with some of the structure of the church or with individuals in the congregation. She used the example of how she attends a church that does not allow female pastors even though she is a woman theologian.
Biola’s Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts is featured as one of the 30 schools on Variety Magazine’s “2024 Top Film Schools in North America” list. This is the seventh consecutive year that Biola has been recognized on the Variety top film school list.
Jake Aguas, associate professor of management in Crowell, was quoted in this Washington Post article about giving effective feedback to each person in the workplace based on which generation they are a part of.
Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, provided expert insight to someone who would like to start donating to charity but does not know where to start in this MoneyGeek article.
Biola University was included in Fox News’ list of top Christian colleges in the United States. They provided a disclaimer that there are over 600 Christian colleges across the nation, but Biola was included as one of 12 on the list in the article.
Jake Aguas, associate professor of management in Crowell, was quoted in this Washington Post article about how members of Gen Z in the workplace tend to expect feedback immediately due to their upbringing in an environment where they do not have to typically wait for things for long.
Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, was quoted in this Associated Press article. He categorized Trump’s approach as functionally a pro-states’ rights, pro-abortion access position, and fellow anti-abortion Christians should recognize it for the political move that it is. He commented on how President Trump’s “convictions have given way to the political winds.”
Christianity Today reviews Biola History Professor Susan Lim's book: "Light of the World: How Knowing the History of the Bible Illuminates Our Faith." The article explores Lim's narrative following the development of the Bible today and how we can strengthen our trust in God's word by exploring those events. The integration of her own testimony while exploring this history was also highlighted.
Christian Scholars Review interviews the President of Biola University, Dr. Barry Corey for their series “Saturdays at Seven.” Hosted by Todd Ream, Dr. Corey shares his story of coming to be president at Biola University and his experience over the last seventeen years. He shares valuable insight on Christian discipleship within similar institutions as Biola and how the school cultivates this practice as a multi-denominational university as well as the school’s partnership with local churches.
Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, provided expert insight on retirement savings and gave advice to people in their 20s about saving money and appreciating exponential growth in this MoneyGeek article.
In a lifetime article in Fox News, Talbot Professor Dr. Jeannine Hanger speaks on the season of Lent and Jesus' farewell address. Using the likeness of face timing her daughter in college and missing her in person, Hanger explains how there is a longing for the physical presence of Jesus in our lives too. She states that he may not be physically with us but his abiding Spirit is and this is what he is trying to explain in his farewell address to the disciples.
Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean of Talbot School of Theology, endorsed the newest presidential candidate for the Southern Baptist Convention in this Christianity Today article, saying that Jeff Iorg, the new CEO, is one of the few who could unite all sides in 2024.
The Tenth Annual Charles W. Colson Award for Courage and Conviction ceremony for Rev. Andy Bales was covered by ABC7 Eyewitness News. The package is 45 seconds, and includes footage from the award ceremony as well as a piece of Andy's interview, where he talks about his desire for the younger generation to rise up to combat the homelessness issue in Los Angeles.
Dr. Fred Sanders, professor in the Torrey Honors College, shares his first experiences with studying Aquinas in this Credo podcast. Along with three other scholars, Sanders gives advice to college and seminary students, instructing them how to read Aquinas for the sake of renewing theology today.
Dr. Gary McIntosh, distinguished affiliate professor of Christian ministry and leadership, provided his insights on how the conversation about spiritual gifts has grown and changed over the years within the church. This Church Leaders article talks particularly about spiritual gifts inventories.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, was quoted in this Christianity Today article about the theology of the body, and how she is pleased that Christians are paying attention to their bodies and not seeing themselves as “brains on a stick.” That concept has never worked well for women, according to her, because of how many bodily reminders women have of their humanity.
Professor of Old Testament, Dr. Carmen Imes, provided an editorial to Christianity Today about her experience reading the Bible generically throughout much of her academic career, and later was prompted to read it through the lens of her female experience in order to write a women’s Bible study. She used the example of Rahab as a woman in the Bible whose courage and God’s use for her is often overlooked because of who she was: a prostitute.
Matthew Weathers, applied instructional technology administrator and adjunct professor of mathematics and computer science, provided insight to this USA Today article on how to best buy cryptocurrency. He answers questions such as “how does cryptocurrency work,” “how to buy cryptocurrency with a credit card,” and “what to consider when investing in cryptocurrency.”
Biola alumni Nathan Willett and Matt Maust met while they were Biola students and created the band Cold War Kids in 2004. Now celebrating 20 years as a band, this Orange County Register article provides a closer look into the bandmates, band origin and family lives. Linked is the syndicated article in the Press-Enterprise article since the OCR is restricted by paywall.
Christianity Today released an op/ed article written by three political science professors in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences: Tim Milosch, Scott Waller and Darren Guerra. The piece essentially argues against the stance of Christians not belonging in the political scene, saying that not only Christian nationalism, but Christian political engagement at all is a threat to our country. According to the three authors, "a vibrant and culturally influential Christianity is vital to preserving the United States as a free and democratic society."
Highlighted in an article by KLOVE, Biola University volunteers served in Downtown Los Angeles alongside the Dream Center in celebration of Biola's 116th birthday. Organized by Biola's office of Student Enrichment and Intercultural Development (SEID) the volunteers met with the leaders and students at the Dream Center and helped distribute meals to the homeless at MacArthur Park.
Sourced as an expert opinion on an article from Wallet Hub, Associate Professor of Finance, Shane Enete, explains why a 0% credit card is essentially a trap. He provides three points detailing the risk of consumer debt as a result of increased spending by continual use of the credit card.
Dr. Chris Grace, director of the Center for Marriage and Relationships and professor of psychology, provided this article to Higher Ground about how someone can determine if they are in love or not.
Dr. Kyle Strobel, associate professor of spiritual theology and formation in Talbot School of Theology, talks about toxic church leadership in this Church Leaders podcast.
This Christianity Today article talks about how the "Nones," or the group of individuals in America that are not religiously affiliated, has surpassed the Protestant group, being 28% and 24% of the population respectively. The article talks about why many of these people have denied a religion and the misunderstandings that might come from religion and church. Dr. Erik Thoennes, professor of New Testament, spoke on the clarification that some religious disaffiliation can provide to Protestants and that the key to the church maintaining grounded is to keep focusing on Jesus.
Dr. Scott Waller, department chair of political science, provided insight in this ABC News article on the bill being considered in South Carolina for women who have been lawfully denied abortions in the state. He argues that the bill puts too much responsibility on the state for the healthcare for both the woman and child.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, has a monthly contract with Christianity Today to provide editorials on topics of the Old Testament, with this month’s being about how the ancient Egyptians can help Christians today understand the Bible in historical context.
Daniel Chang, associate professor of art, was invited to be a guest installation at the Seattle Pacific Art Center gallery. His installation was called “I walk walking to the corner I walked.”
Dr. Fred Sanders, professor in the Torrey Honors College, was a guest on the Credo Alliance podcast to discuss the Holy Spirit and the eternal spiration of the Holy Spirit and the historical and theological background of the Nicene Creed.
Dr. Michael Longinow, professor of journalism, was quoted in this Religion Unplugged article, commenting on the development of The Pour Over, which is a profitable faith-based newsletter that offers a biblical perspective on the top news stories three times a week. Longinow commented on the type of people who might be interested in receiving The Pour Over, as many desire to know a Christian perspective.
Biola University was a featured school in this Fox News story about how the progression of AI is prompting school officials and faculty members to adapt and develop policies to address its use in the classroom. Dr. Cherry McCabe, associate provost for curriculum and instruction, was interviewed along with two Biola students for the national news story that aired on 10 different Fox affiliate stations and published online as a written article.
This Fox News National segment features Biola as a college who is working on adapting to the use of AI in the classroom through allowing faculty members to discern the best ways to incorporate AI into their curriculum while also using technology to identify the use of AI for plagiarism.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, writes a monthly piece for Christianity Today. In her January piece, Imes discusses the importance of continuing to wrestle with difficult Bible passages even when it would be easier to walk away from them when they are challenging to understand or apply. Comparing difficult passages to the wrestling match between Jacob and an angel when Jacob says he would not let go until he was blessed, it could be helpful to not let go of passages no matter how difficult to understand right away since they are meant to bless the reader.
Dr. Joshua Smith, associate professor in the Torrey Honors College, provided his input on the passage of 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 in this Fox News article. He shared that even though the commands in the passage might sound counterintuitive, we are called to see all things of this world as "fleeting," even something like marriage. Christians are called to call upon the things everlasting, and are therefore set free from the bonds of earthly things.
Dr. Jane Kim, associate professor in the Torrey Honors College, wrote this Christian Scholar's Review piece about how she has been thinking about much how Ralph Waldo Emerson comments on how humans become “subdivided” by their functions and lose sight of the whole of their humanity in his essay "The American Scholar," she is considering how how professors might teach their students to become not writers but Humans Writing.
Dr. Erik Thoennes, professor in the Talbot School of Theology, provided his thoughts on the Advent season, and shared how this year has been challenging for many around the world, but the hope of the Christmas season is enduring. He said, "To understand the true meaning of Christmas, we must try to wrap our minds around the eternal divine Son of God becoming a man."
Using one of C.S. Lewis's "Chronicles of Narnia" stories to create an image of God's sovereign protection, Dr. Barry H. Corey, president of Biola, urges readers of this Fox News editorial to draw near to God, especially during Christmas time.
Dr. Michelle Barnewall, affiliate professor of New Testament in the Talbot School of Theology, was recognized as a finalist in the Christianity Today 2024 Book Awards for her book "A Longing to Belong: Reflections on Faith, Identity, and Race."
Biola University was recognized in this Gospel Coalition article as one of the top-rated Christian colleges in the nation. Biola earned a score of 26 out of 28 on the scale derived by research of an institution’s mission, rhetoric, membership requirements, curriculum, co-curriculum, and governance to determine the influence of an institution’s Christian identity.
Laureen Mgridichian, associate professor of marketing, provided insights on consumer behavior and how it affects what one spends and what one values. What influences someone is what often plays into their spending behavior.
Laureen Mgrdichian, associate professor of marketing, provided insights on financial challenges that women often face after graduation, including having financial independence and saving money throughout life and into retirement.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, provided insight on taking out a personal loan, even if you have a decent credit score. He provided some options to help rapidly pay off credit card debt.
On this Eric Bryant podcast, Dr. Allen Yeh, professor of intercultural studies, discussed reaching Gen Z, the importance of diversity, separating Western culture from biblical Christianity and his books "Polycentric Missiology: 21st-Century Mission from Everyone to Everywhere" and "Majority World Theologies: Theologizing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Ends of the Earth."
Interim director of Elementary Education, Luciano Cid, provided insight in this WORLD Magazine piece on the incorporation of social-emotional learning (SEL) in public schools to address rising behavioral issues in schools. In the article from World Journalism Institute, Cid talks about how SEL is a way of instilling morality in diverse student populations. He approves the implementation of SEL in the public school setting where spirituality isn't talked about.
The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts was ranked as one of the top 50 film schools by The Wrap. Biola moved up in ranking from last year, increasing from number 46 to number 42.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, recently wrote for the Christian Scholars Review about "hurrysickness", a new term to describe chronic busyness and how it impacts individuals' spiritual, professional and personal lives. Muehlhoff offers a way forward through being present by different practices.
Dr. Greg Peters, professor of medieval and spiritual theology, interviewed Grace Hamman for Christianity Today. She is a writer and scholar about her work to make medieval Christians more widely known and appreciated.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, spoke on the God's Story podcast about her book "Being God’s Image: Why Creation Still Matters" and its relevance to today.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, was featured in the “A World of Difference” podcast. Imes spoke about her recent book, “Being God’s Image: Why Creation Still Matters.” She shared about the ways Christians have missed the mark in the past in terms of living out and seeing each other as being God’s image and offered a way forward through empathy and understanding.
Dr. Chris Adams, executive director of the Mental Health and the Church Initiative, spoke about how church pastors and clergymen see their job as a whole-life, whole-self calling, which can become challenging and lead to burnout. "People expect [pastors] to be omnipresent, giving pastoral care in the grocery aisle at 10 pm,” said Adams in an interview with the Associated Press.
Hannah Karanick, a Biola freshman majoring in communication studies, was on LA radio station KFI-AM on their Wake Up Call Show. She talked about receiving the “18 under 18 Scholarship” from NSHSS along with highlighting her charity, Hannah’s Helpful Hands.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, spoke on the TheoDisc Podcast about her book, "Being God’s Image: Why Creation Still Matters," which highlights Imes' passion about relating the Old Testament to today.
Dr. Carmen Imes, professor of Old Testament, talks about how we find our truest selves when we cast our gaze upward and step into our God-ordained purpose and what that purpose is in this Honestly, Though podcast episode.
Dr. Robert Dunham, a Biola alumnus and an associate professor of Music Theory and Composition at Crowell Music Hall created a seminar for composition students to attend to meet fellow composer majors, which was featured in this WSCA article. Dunham hopes to prepare students for composing through the implementation of this seminar.
Michelle Lee Barnewall, New Testament professor at Biola, recently had her book, “A Longing to Belong: Reflections on Faith, Identity and Race,” reviewed by Christianity Today. Read about how Barnewall combines rich theological insights with her personal experience of being an Asian-American.
Snyder School of Cinema and Media arts Game Design and Interactive Media professor, Michael Steffen, was interviewed on this podcast about how Biola University in Los Angeles is one of those schools helping lead in the innovation of Christian gaming development.
Biola’s game design program in the Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts teaches students how to integrate faith by helping them recognize Christian worldviews in existing media and within their own ideas. Associate professor of game design and interactive media, Michael Steffen, commented on the unique medium of video games being a space to communicate with others by saying, “Anywhere where there’s a powerful means of communication, it makes sense for Christians to be in that space.”
The Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts was recognized as one of five film schools in California that is providing premiere education and opportunities to its students.
President Barry H. Corey shared some of his journey from being a college graduate, to a full-time employee, to an apprentice, to a Dean, to a president of a university. He shared the unique opportunities he has to work alongside other leaders at a university and some of the career steps he took to get to the place he is now.
Tom Halleen, Dean of the Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, is quoted in this Movie Guide article about how in some mainstream media, Christianity is used for dramatic storytelling, especially when villains are portrayed as using Christian faith as a driving force for despicable actions. Overall, however, the article talks about how Christianity is being portrayed more frequently and positively in mainstream media.
Tom Halleen, Dean of the Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, was quoted in this Newsweek article about how Jesus is becoming a hot topic in entertainment media and that "artists typically infuse their values into their creations; it's the case with 'The Chosen' and 'Jesus Revolution,' and it's also true when Christians are the bad guys. 'Many in Hollywood view Christians as self-righteous,' he says. 'And bad people leveraging Christianity to do bad things can be dramatic storytelling.'"
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, guest spoke on the Embodied Faith podcast about what the Bible says about human identity and the profound depths of human existence and our identities in God's image.
Jim Hope, assistant professor of cinema and media arts and writing for film and television, provided insights on how effective the approach to race and racial issues on television used to be uniquely effective than it is or would be today.
Dr. Michael Arena, Dean of the Crowell School of Business, made comments on how sudden hyperconnectivity in a workplace can actually hurt a company—and it’s happening as workers transition to spending more time in the office and companies kick off initiatives that were paused during the pandemic.
Dr. Michael Arena, Dean of the Crowell School of Business, made comments on how sudden hyperconnectivity in a workplace can actually hurt a company—and it’s happening as workers transition to spending more time in the office and companies kick off initiatives that were paused during the pandemic.
Dr. Dominick Hernández, associate professor of Old Testament and Semitics, had his book, "Engaging the Old Testament: How to Read Biblical Narrative, Poetry, and Prophecy Well," was featured in the Christianity Today new and noteworthy books list. His book takes an approachable look at reading the Old Testament.
Dr. Ed Stetzer, soon-to-be dean of Talbot School of Theology, was a guest of the Pastor Scott Show on KKLA and spoke about how different it is today being a young Christian compared to being a young Christian in the 80s.
Dr. Leanne Dzubinski, acting dean of Cook School of Intercultural Studies, provided insight on women in the workplace and how companies can work to serve them well and fairly.
Dr. Jason Tresser, program chair of biological sciences, spoke into the genetic disorder of young Thad Hall, who rides in a wheelchair pushed by his father, Jake Hall, while he runs.
Dr. Leanne Dzubinski, acting dean of Cook School of Intercultural Studies, and her co-researchers, released an article about how practically any characteristic can be proclaimed problematic to question a woman’s competence and suitability for leadership.
Associate professor of philosophy Kent Dunnington co-writes an article for Christianity Today on how gratitude works in us to change our desires. When gratitude begins and ends with our thankfulness to God, our life has a different, better quality to it.
Dr. Carmen Imes writes an articles for Christianity Today about Eve's deception and how, despite being deceived, she was blessed to become the mother of all that is living. Thus, Eve's legacy is not only sin but a tale of redemption as well.
Professor of ethics Scott Rae talks to World Radio about difficulties and concerns with freezing embryos. He poses that despite concerns over the embryos, this should not stop people from adopting them.
Dr. Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, provided his expertise on the types of people that he thought would benefit the most from a credit-builder loan.
Professor and Chair of Theology Dr. Erik Thoennes joins as a guest on the Finding Something REAL podcast. The conversation talks about the character of God, God's design for human sexuality and biblical authority.
Professor of psychology Dr. Chris Grace writes an opinion article for the Christian Post about hearing God while suffering. He touches specifically on resiliency during times of suffering and how he has pushed through his cancer diagnosis.
Editor-in-Chief of Christianity Today, Russell Moore, writes a reflection on friendships and why they are so important. This topic stems from when he celebrated Dr. Matthew Hall's provost installation on Feb. 4, 2023, and recalled memories with Dr. Hall from their friendship.
Talbot professors Dr. Joanne Jung and Dr. Richard Langer join the Grace Enough podcast to talk about our never changing call to follow Jesus and what pursuit of that looks like in a world that views following as weakness. They also discuss the West’s obsession with leadership.
Professor of drawing, painting and transdisciplinary studies Daniel Callis is featured in this ArtWay article that highlights his "Saints & Clowns" sculpture. ArtWay is a website with a great variety of materials and resources for scholars, artists, congregations concerned about linking art and faith.
Politics professor Dr. Scott Waller is quoted in this article from Intelligencer on his thoughts on how people are more stung by former President Trump's open criticism of Trump rather than Pence's decisions.
Kent Dunnington, professor of philosophy at Biola University, wrote a column for First Things on the Asbury Revival and how to move forward with gratefulness and gratitude to God.
The Epoch Times writes about Biola University's active shooter simulation training, interviewing chief of campus safety John Ojeisekoba for the article. The article also includes visuals from the simulation.
Professor of Communication Dr. Timothy Muehlhoff comes to talk on Focus on the Family to share how God provides us with miracles in our everyday lives. He proves that God's hand is always on us and grace abounds.
ABC7 covers the active shooter simulation training held at Biola University including videos of the simulation and coverage of what happened. Chief of campus safety John Ojeisekoba and senior vice president and provost Matt Hall are interviewed.
Professor of Communication Dr. Timothy Muehlhoff comes to talk on Focus on the Family to share how God provides us with miracles in our everyday lives. He proves that God's hand is always on us and grace abounds.
Dr. Ken Berding is quoted in this Christianity Today article about listening and understanding what God has to say. One of his articles on special guidance from God ends this article.
Dr. Ken Berding is quoted in this Washington Times article about the Asbury revival. He provides perspective and caution against an "emotional outburst" that does not leave a landing impact.
Associate Vice President and Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba talks more about campus safety and campus police departments in the wake of the Michigan State shooting.
Associate Vice President and Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba was quoted in the LA Times about how campuses and Biola are reacting to the need for campus safety in light of the Michigan shootings.
Journalism professor Dr. Michael Longinow was quoted in this Religion & Politics article on former WORLD magazine editor-in-chief Marvin Olasky desiring journalists to be more biblically objective.
In this article with CNN, Dr. Kevin Pittle, chair of the Department of Intercultural Studies, talks about how he prevents students cheating with ChatGPT. The article examines the different perspectives of teachers across the nation regarding this new AI.
This interview by Dr. Berry Bishop, the director of the MFT Program, details her journey with metal health championing in this Authority Magazine article. She specifically talks about pornography prevention.
Kent Dunnington, chair of the philosophy department, shares in this article by the New York Times why oral exams are a frequent testing method in his classes.
Talbot professor Dr. Carmen Imes is interviewed by Christianity Today to talk about what it looks like to practice hope in the midst of despair. She talks about Job's suffering, how the world has changed since she was a child, and how to go beyond mere Christian platitudes to something deeper.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, joins Christianity Today host Morgan Lee for a discussion on why Christians should hope in the midst of despair. They talk about practices and what it would look like to move past "flimsy Christian platitudes" and into a more robust faith.
In this article from Christianity Today, Fred Sanders, a Torrey Honors professor, explains how the incarnation of Christ (celebrated during the Christmas season) is more important than His death and resurrection (celebrated during the Easter season).
Talbot professor Dr. Carmen Imes joins Dr. Frank Turek on the "I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST" podcast. She talks about how we can understand our true identity today, bearing God's image, and what it really means to take God's name in vain.
Talbot professor Dr. Carmen Imes joins The Two Testaments podcast to talk about bearing God's name. They go through the 10 Commandments (known as the Decalogue) and what those commands mean for believers today.
God's working around people. So how can you convey, You gotta see this!? Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, discusses how to talk about an unmissable God in this FamilyLife podcast episode.
Talbot professor Dr. Carmen Imes joins James-Michael Smith on his YouTube channel DiscipleDojo. They talk about women in church leadership, the Image of God, and Complementarianism.
In this episode of the Crossway podcast, Dr. Richard Langer, professor of theology and Dr. Joanne Jung, professor of biblical and theological studies, point out the prevalence of books, podcasts and workshops on leadership and suggest that the contrasting idea of followership is where our focus should be.
This is an interview with Dr. David Horner, professor of theology and philosophy in Talbot School of Theology. Discussed in the podcast is apologetics and the task of evangelization, the role that they play, the tools and the relation with the body of Christ.
Dr. Joy Qualls, associate dean for the division of communication in the School of Fine Arts and Communication, provided insights on how to start a conversation with someone you do not know by asking open-ended questions that allow for the person answering to provide as much or as little detail as they feel comfortable doing in this Fast Company article.
Rosemead School of Psychology professor Dr. Christina Kim's authentic sharing of her own experience as a mother and professional academic—combined with her astute and research-based observations about powerful assumptions about motherhood that permeate families and cultures—make for a conversation that is both particular and broad in its relevance in this UpWords Podcast episode.
Dr. Rick Langer, professor in Talbot School of Theology, led a session on cultivating conversations of hope in a culture of crisis. He turned content from that session into an article. A portion of it can be read in this online version.
Dr. Darian Lockett, professor of New Testament, was featured on this Church Grammar podcast. He spoke about how the Catholic Epistles fit together in the biblical canon (1:22), faith and works in Paul and James (22:52), scholarship on James (28:05), scholarship on 2 Peter and Jude (34:17), and more.
Dr. Sean McDowell, associate professor of Christian apologetics, supports the author Sheila Gregoire and her teaching on the role of men and women in sex and its biblical beauty.
Titus Kennedy, adjunct professor of archaeology, is one of the world's top biblical archaeologists and says excavations in and around Israel are affirming the reliability of Scripture and attesting to its truthfulness.
Dr. Sean McDowell, associate professor of Christian apologetics, wrote an article for Relevant Magazine about the importance of loving our neighbors despite our differences.
Discussing the importance of both work and rest, Dr. Arianna Molloy, associate professor of communication studies, wrote a piece for Christianity Today about how this past Labor Day celebrates 140 years of seeking to recognize and honor the contributions of workers by offering an extra day of rest.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, wrote an article for Christianity Today about the topic of women in leadership in the church as well as the role of women in mens' lives.
John Ojeisekhoba, associate vice president and chief of Campus Safety, was quoted in this Inside Higher Education article about how higher education police should still be involved in mental health crises in conjunction with campus mental health professionals because of campus safety officers being on 24/7 call.
Professor in the Torrey Honors College, Dr. Fred Sanders wrote a book review on Roger Olson's book "Against Liberal Theology: Putting the Brakes on Progressive Christianity," which was published in Christianity Today.
Dr. Joanne Jung, associate dean and professor of biblical and theological studies, and Dr. Rick Langer, professor of theology, wrote a blog series together on leadership and being a follower and the benefits of both.
Dr. Joanne Jung, associate dean and professor of biblical and theological studies, and Dr. Rick Langer, professor of theology, wrote a blog series together on leadership and being a follower and the benefits of both.
In reference to revival and the Jesus Movement in the 1970s in this Christian Post article, Greg Laurie quoted R.A. Torrey: “Let a few Christians (they need not be many) get thoroughly right with God. Let them commit themselves to pray for revival until God opens the windows of heaven and comes down. Let them put themselves at the disposal of God.”
Dr. Joanne Jung, associate dean and professor of biblical and theological studies, and Dr. Rick Langer, professor of theology, wrote a blog series together on leadership and being a follower and the benefits of both.
Dr. Joy Qualls, associate dean in the Division of Communication and associate professor of Communication Studies, was quoted in this Christianity Today article about women’s influence, leadership and roles in the church, and how she believes that "constraints placed on women in Pentecostalism had more to do with the influence of Evangelical culture, lack of education in our history and theology, and general discourse, than it did [with] Scripture or theological positions.”
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, spoke on the Honestly, Though podcast regarding her research and what it means to bear God's name and why we need the Old Testament to understand God's will for our lives.
Dr. Uche Anizor, professor of theology, wrote this Desiring God article about how it can be frustrating to not be as passionate about God as one ought to be. He gives advice on how to overcome apathy.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law on July 19 grants private universities the same state authority public schools enjoy to punish trespassers with fines or jail time. John Ojeisekhoba, associate vice president and chief of Campus Safety, said, “This law gives us an extra method to keep away persons who come to our campus to commit crimes or engage in serious misconduct or destructive safety behavior. Even in any of these instances, we will act with care and in a professional manner.”
Korean Ph.D. graduate, Seokin Kim, writes about shame presented in the Bible and the restoration of shame displayed in the healing of the woman with the 12-year hemorrhage, Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman and Jesus' crucifixion.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communications, interviewed Isaac Adams, a pastor at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, DC, about speaking and hearing racial truth in love and having Christ-exalting conversations about race.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, wrote this Christianity Today article about the differing views of David's relations with Bathsheba. In taking a closer look, Imes shows that David was in the wrong more than Bathsheba in the situation, and that David recognizes the wrongness and guilt in the situation.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communications, wrote this Christian Scholars Review article in the attempt to discover where God is in Ukraine during this time of unrelenting war.
Alumnus Samuel Corey ('22) received one of Oxford University's De Jager Prizes for Undergraduate Research Seminar. His topic delved into the decision-making process from a psychological viewpoint.
Two lady Eagle athletes were nominated for the NCAA 2022 Woman of the Year award: golf player Samantha Penor and tennis player Ines Diaz Gomez. They are two of 577 nominees.
Two Biola PR students, senior Siena Kling and junior Eliana Mihlik, shared advice to internship supervisors to listen to so their interns can better serve their role's description.
Alumna Sally McRae, who played women's soccer player at Biola, is a renowned distance runner and was the first female trail runner to be sponsored by Nike. She has also launched her own strength training app and is working on her memoir.
Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of Theology, wrote a piece for Desiring God about the topic of social justice in the church and how to approach it in a biblical sense.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication and co-author of Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing Without Dividing the Church, provided a list of books that he believes are the best books to read to avoid having an argument with someone close to you.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor in Talbot School of Theology, was hosted on DiscipleDojo on YouTube in a long-form interview on women in ministry and her own work in teaching and studying the Bible.
Shane Enete, associate professor of finance, wrote this article about the importance of acknowledging God's hand in the process of growth, whether that be in the lens of investing money or other aspects of one's life. God does the work of the growing, and his people can do the planting and watering, an image that can be seen throughout life.
This Christianity Today article quotes Orvic Prada's words that he wrote for Biola's Justice, Spirituality & Education Journal regarding the church building and congregation being forced to move out of their area.
Dr. Uche Anizor, associate professor of theology, published the book "Overcoming Apathy: Gospel Hope for Those Who Struggle to Care" in April 2022. This Christianity Today article is a question and answer with Anizor on the causes of spiritual apathy and the pathway back to a passionate pursuit of God.
Dr. Stephanie Chan, associate professor of sociology, provided a comment in this NBC News article about the popular reality show, "Love is Blind," and how the show's depictions of Asian immigrant parents is groundbreaking, especially in their displays of affection to their children.
What does it mean to be human? Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, talks about what the Old Testament has to say about this question on the Christ and Culture podcast. "Genesis 1 lays the foundation for what it means to be human," she explains.
Dr. Leslie Wickman, director of the corporate affiliates program, spoke on this BioLogos podcast about the possibility of a multiverse. The following is a quote from the interview: "My God is big enough for a multiverse; if there is a multiverse, then God is the God of that too. There’s such a freedom for me in understanding that nothing that we study in God’s creation is going to pose a threat to who God is."
Dr. Leanne Dzubinski, interim dean of Cook School of Intercultural Studies and associate professor of intercultural education and studies, conducted research on gender bias in the workplace. The research examines gender bias within four industries with more female than male workers — law, higher education, faith-based nonprofits and health care. Having balanced or even greater numbers of women in an organization is not, by itself, changing women’s experiences of bias.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor in the Talbot School of Theology, wrote a book review in Christianity Today on Old Testament Use of Old Testament: A Book-by-Book Guide by Gary Edward Schnittjer.
Dr. Mark Saucy, director of the Talbot Kyiv Extension and professor and co-chair of the theology department, and Eric Oldenburg, academic coordinator of doctoral programs, extensions & certificates and adjunct professor of biblical & theological studies in Talbot, both spoke on how Biola is coming alongside its Kyiv extension and how the Biola community is praying for Ukraine.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor in Talbot, unpacks material from her book “Bearing God’s Name” and helps us understand how our view of God impacts our life in ministry in this Sanctuary Inn podcast.
Dr. Joy Qualls, associate dean for the division of communication in the School of Fine Arts and Communication and
associate professor of communication studies, gives advice to pastors in this podcast on how they can be fruitful communicators, how they can understand their audience and deliver their message with success.
Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of theology, published the book "God Reforms Hearts" in August 2021. In the book, he reexamines the place that libertarian free will has taken in Christian responses to the problem of evil, and more particularly whether authentic human love requires libertarian free will.
Dr. Tim Muhelhoff, professor of communication, shared thoughts in this Christianity Today article on being an investigative, question-asking listener and communicator, which resembles a chimp when presented with something unknown, rather than aggressive and quick to act, like a rhino with unknown objects.
Several Biola professors received recognition in Christianity Today's 2022 Book Awards. Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication studies, Dr. Rick Langer, director of the Office for the Integration of Faith and Learning, and Dr. William Lane Craig, visiting scholar in philosophy were all recognized on the list for their publications. Dr. Eddie Byun, associate professor of Christian ministry, and Dr. Ben Shin, associate professor of Christian ministry and leadership, also provided statements on two other books on the list.
Dr. Laura Dryjanska, program director of M.S. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, wrote an article for this Italian publication on how industrial-organizational psychology can greatly impact the workplace in a positive light.
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, used pop superstar Adele's divorce to emphasize that human desire will never be matched, and human relationships will disappoint while on this earth.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, spoke on this podcast about her book "Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters," and the difference between using God's name in vain and bearing God's name in your life.
Biola University ranked #36 on this Stacker list of best colleges on the West Coast. Stacker rounded up the top 50 schools on the West Coast, based on Niche's 2021 Best Colleges in America list (updated February 2021).
Dr. Nancy Yuen, professor of sociology, spoke on the formative impact the children's show, "Sesame Street," had on her growing up, as she claims it taught her more English than her E.S.L. classes. The show is introducing its first Asian American puppet, to debut on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25.
Dr. Thaddeus Williams, associate professor of theology, writes that the rebellion against God that comes from self-worship causes issues, because we are not God. He says, "When we try to be our own sources of truth, we slowly drive ourselves crazy. When we try to be our own sources of satisfaction, we become miserable wrecks."
Dr. Nancy Yuen, professor of sociology, spoke in an interview with the CCCU on navigating the complex calling of being an academic mother. The interview was about the book "Power Women" that Yuen as well as many other Biola female professors contributed to.
Dr. Tim Muhelhoff, professor of communication, references in this Christian Scholar's Review blog post the historic WWI truce that occurred during Christmas time where a German soldier put down his rifle and approached the British side and was met in the middle by an unarmed British soldier. This led to a truce where the soldiers put aside their differences and disagreements to enjoy something together.
Dr. Ken Berding, professor of New Testament, wrote a blog post that was quoted in this Grunge article, noting that the shortest verse in the Bible is John 11:35, "Jesus wept."
Dr. Nancy Wang Yuen, professor of sociology, was recently involved in a study on Asian Pacific Islander characters in film. The study found that across the 51,159 speaking characters in the 1,300 top-grossing movies, 5.9% were API, which fell short of the 7.1% of the US population identifying as API. She makes a comment on the representation of API people in Hollywood in this Nerdist article.
Based on his book "Defending Your Marriage," Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, professor of communication, with his wife Noreen Muehlhoff, assistant director of chapel programs, share about the reality of spiritual warfare against marriages, and how to combat the enemy’s lies with the truth of God on this Focus on the Family podcast.
Torrey Honors College is part of the 100 Days of Dante project put on by Baylor University. The project was created to honor the 700th anniversary of Dante’s death, which was Sept. 14. To celebrate this septcentennial, a coalition of college professors put together what they hope will be the “world’s largest Dante reading group.”
Dr. Jane Carr, professor of Christian Ministries, wrote this article on how to effectively utilize the often overlooked and untapped resource that can benefit children's ministries in the church: interns.
Dr. Michael Longinow, chair of the department of Digital Journalism, was quoted in this Washington Post article. He commented on the impact of Pat Robertson’s career due to his retirement from hosting 'The 700 Club.'
Biola, as a part of the “100 Days of Dante” project is aiming toTheir educate and inform readers about Dante. One way they are doing that is by putting the whole text of “The Divine Comedy” on the project’s website, in the original Italian as well as in an English translation. This Epoch Times article talks more about the project.
Dr. Kyle Strobel, Associate Professor of Spiritual Theology, contributed to this article, as it pertains to the book "The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb" that he co-authored with Jamin Goggin. The book gives a glimpse into the authors wrestling through their own temptations with worldly power, and turn readers' attention to Jesus’ subversive way of power found in weakness. This second edition also includes a new chapter in which Jamin and Kyle reflect on their own experience of being betrayed by a leader who abused his power.
Dr. Greg TenElshof, professor of Philosophy, looks into the close and complex relationship between guilt and shame in his book "For Shame: Rediscovering the Virtues of a Maligned Emotion."
Biola, in collaboration with Baylor University's Honors College, University of Dallas, Eastern, Gonzaga and Whitworth universities, helped create "100 Days of Dante," a reading initiative prompted by the Pope that will bring participants through Dante's cantos starting in September 2021 and ending on Easter 2022.
Dr. Nancy Yuen, professor of sociology, made comments in this Vice article on the subject of the underrepresentation of Asian people in film and television.
Dr. Joy Qualls, Associate Dean in the Division of Communication in the School of Fine Arts and Communication and Associate Professor, Communication Studies, spoke about the role of women in the Pentecostal church and the lack of opportunity for women who feel called to ministry in this Patheos article.
Cook School of Intercultural Studies professor Dr. Leanne Dzubinski spoke on a podcast about how research is showing that gender bias is both real and costly to organizations and to women leaders.
Dr. J.P. Moreland of Talbot School of Theology helped influence the filmmaker of the "Send Proof" documentary, a film that examines medical evidence of miracle healings to challenge skeptics and close the gap between the hard sciences and the supernatural.
Biola Philosophy professor Dr. Gregg Ten Elshof recently published a book on rediscovering the emotion of shame called For Shame: Rediscovering the Virtues of Maligned Emotion. This article looks into his book and discusses the heart of its topic.
Sociology professor Dr. Nancy Wang Yuen was interviewed on NPR's Morning Edition for her take on the new Netflix series "The Chair" featuring actress Sandra Oh.
Talbot School of Theology student Raymond Yang joined global media manager Morgan Lee and senior news editor Kate Shellnutt to discuss why abortion is prevalent among Chinese Christians, why the church rarely talks about sex, and how his family made the agonizing decision to have two children.
Dr. Allen Yeh, associate professor of Intercultural Studies and Missiology, shared his thoughts and sentiments on ‘Prof’ Andrew Walls, Founder of the Study of World Christianity in this Christianity Today article.
Worship artist Tommy Walker joined Biola University as an artist in residence in 2019. Biola was mentioned as one of many Christian institutions that are seeking out successful writers and musicians in the worship music industry to help train students hoping to serve in ministry.
Biola University's Director of the Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit Today, Oscar Merlo, remembers the Jesus People Movement in this article.
Kyle Strobel and John Coe, both professors at Talbot School of Theology's Institute for Spiritual Formation, pen this insightful article pulling from their recently published book, "When Prayer Becomes Real."
Biola School of Science, Technology and Health professor Don Galbadage provides expert commentary on whether travel bans help stop the spread of Covid-19.
Biola University is featured in this article as an example of a college that truly demonstrates its Christian commitment through a set of measures described in the article.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, spoke on the Stone Chapel podcast about her book, "Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters." While some Christian leaders want to disconnect from the Old Testament law, Dr. Imes thinks is it indispensable that we get back to Sinai in order to understand what God has been up to all along.
Dr. Carmen Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, spoke on Christianity Today's podcast "Quick to Listen" about how leaders who become sick can be paralleled to kings in the old testament suffering with disease and illness.
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