Press Releases

Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Biola University Opens New State-of-the-Art Film Studio Facility
Gift from In-N-Out Burger’s founding family supports the film school’s largest expansion to date
Biola Staff — September 22, 2026
La Mirada, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 — The Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts at Biola University — recognized as one of the nation’s top film...
University News
Biola University Appoints Randy Chung as Chief of Campus Safety
The new chief has been serving on Biola’s Campus Safety team since 2008
Sarah Dougher — January 22, 2026
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — After serving as Interim Chief of Campus Safety for five months following the unexpected passing of Chief John Ojeisekhoba in...
Crowell School of Business
AI Leaders Chart Hopeful Future at Biola’s EngageX Series
Sarah Dougher — October 30, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University is diving headfirst into the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), its ethical use and how to engage...
Biola University's Unwavering Commitment to its Mission Fidelity
Barry Corey — October 27, 2025
Dear Biola Community, Every once in a while, it is prudent for us to take a look at the language of our Biola University Handbooks (Employee and...
University News
From the Car to the Dorm Room: Biola University to Move In Students Concierge Style
Sarah Dougher — August 22, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Students move into Biola University on Friday, August 29, 2025, and their only job is to arrive ready for a momentous day....
Talbot School of Theology
More Than a Conference: ANCHORED Rekindles the Soul of Church Leadership
Sarah Dougher — May 16, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — In a cultural moment marked by spiritual fatigue, cultural upheaval and ever-increasing demands on those in ministry, the...
University News
Over 1,000 Biola University Graduates to Earn Degrees
Sarah Dougher — May 06, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will host nearly 10,000 guests for its Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May...
Talbot School of Theology
Leadership Transition and Program Integration at Talbot’s Institute for Spiritual Formation
Brenda Velasco — May 02, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Biola University Talbot School of Theology announced a leadership transition and program integration within its Institute...
Academics, Crowell School of Business, Rosemead School of Psychology, School of Education, School of Fine Arts and Communication, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Science, Technology and Health, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts, University News
Biola Earns Recognition in the Carnegie Foundation 2025 Classifications for Institutional Excellence and Student Success
Sarah Dougher — April 24, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in its 2025 Institutional...
University News
Tim and Kathy Keller to Receive Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award
Katelyn Ho — April 03, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Timothy “Tim” Keller and his wife Kathy are the joint recipients of Biola University’s 2025 Charles W. Colson Award for...
Talbot School of Theology
Unearthed Ancient Hymn to be Sung for First Time at Biola University
Katelyn Ho — April 01, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — An ancient hymn will be sung for the first time in 1700 years on April 14, 2025 at Biola University. Talbot School of Theology...
University News
Biola University Partners with YouVersion to Offer Lent and Advent Reading Plans to a Global Audience
Sarah Dougher — March 17, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University is partnering with YouVersion, the world’s leading Bible app, to widely distribute biblically rich reading...
University News
The Last Words of Christ Explored in Biola University’s 2025 Lent Project
Sarah Dougher — March 04, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts (CCCA) is launching its 2025 Lent Project, a free online...
Academics
Biola University Recognized in Prestigious Research Activity Designation
Sarah Dougher — February 25, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University has been recognized by Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching with the 2025 Research Activity...
University News
Biola Partnering with Samaritan's Purse for Eaton Fire Recovery
Sarah Dougher — February 17, 2025
PASADENA, CALIF. — On Saturday, Feb. 22, a group of Biola University students and staff will partner with Samaritan's Purse to provide direct aid...
School of Fine Arts and Communication
Biola Partners with OC United to Redeem Valentine’s Day
Sarah Dougher — February 04, 2025
FULLERTON, CALIF. — For the sixth year, a Biola University professor along with students in his Gender and Communication class will help redeem...
Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Biola Alumni Are Crashing the Super Bowl
Nate Norell (’18) won the Doritos “Crash the Super Bowl” commercial contest
Sarah Dougher — February 03, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumni will be taking center stage during the Super Bowl commercials on Sunday, Feb....
Talbot School of Theology
Prominent Christian Leader and Dean Ed Stetzer Leads the Way for Pastors in the U.S.
Dean of Biola University Talbot School of Theology will visit over 20 locations in the U.S.
Sarah Dougher — January 31, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Pastors and ministry leaders are challenged to lead the way in the midst of today’s cultural climate of confusion,...
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Torrey Honors College Partners with Oxford University for New Semester Study Abroad Opportunity
Katelyn Ho — January 27, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Biola University Torrey Honors College has launched a new partnership with the University of Oxford designed specifically...
University News
Ways to Support Our L.A. Neighbors Affected by the Wildfires
Biola Staff — January 17, 2025
Biola University is grieved by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County. While Biola’s campus remainssafe and open, some members of our...
University News
Update on Road Travel to Biola in light of Fires
Sarah Dougher — January 10, 2025
Biola is looking forward to welcome students back to start the Spring 2025 semester next week. As students prepare to travel back to Biola's campus...
University News
Biola’s Christmas Tree Lighting Tradition Shines for 41st Year
Sarah Dougher — December 04, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — For the 41st year, Biola University is hosting its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024. Guests will hear a...
University News
The Greatest Song to Lead Biola’s 2024 Advent Project
Katelyn Ho — November 22, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s 2024 Advent Project will begin on Saturday, November 30, launching the 12th anniversary of the annual Biola...
University News
Biola University to Host Love La Mirada Serve Day
Sarah Dougher — October 17, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Nestled in the heart of La Mirada sits Biola University, the Christian university known for being the number one university to...
Rosemead School of Psychology
Biola’s Mental Health and the Church Initiative to Co-Host the 2024 Church Mental Health Summit
Katelyn Ho — October 08, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — More than 40industry leaders in faith and mental health will share their expertise on loss and griefat the 5th annualChurch...