Business. Ministry. Life. - Biola University

Crowell News & Updates
Message From Dean Gary Lindblad
Gary Lindblad — March 16, 2021
“How does Scripture influence our decisions beyond personal piety? There are consequences to our actions every day in work, not just in our acts of service in the church.”
Crowell News & Updates
Defining the Future With Creativity
Crowell to Launch New Master of Arts Program in Leadership and Innovation
John Tuttle — March 15, 2021
Innovation is more than creativity. In business, the goal is developing and executing new ideas that improve outcomes. That requires leadership.
Advancing Women
How Women Reflect Christ’s Work in the Workplace
Professor Helen Mitchell shares an encouragement for women in the workplace
Helen Mitchell — March 12, 2021
Jesus was counter-cultural when it came to women. Women were not valued in the religious, political or cultural norms of his day. Jesus used parables that included women. He accepted service from women: gifts, anointing, financial, loyalty and hospitality.
Crowell News & Updates
A Way to Help Heal Financial Brokenness
Crowell to Offer New Graduate Program in Certified Financial Planning in Fall 2021
Shane Enete, John Tuttle — March 08, 2021
“We take seriously how our relationship with Jesus and the Holy Spirit should guide the process of financial planning…”
Voices of Crowell
Selling It Without Selling Out
Five minutes with Beth Starr, Assistant Dean
Beth Starr, John Tuttle — March 04, 2021
“Research has shown that over 70% of business students will actually start their career in sales. I want them to see that sales can be about doing the right thing and helping others…”
Advancing Women, Crowell News & Updates
The Impact of the “Shecession” on Christian Women
Woven Conference 2021 starts February 26 online
Laureen Mgrdichian — February 25, 2021
"He has a different story and path for each of us. Teaching this truth and encouraging all women is a great start to helping Christian women walk well...”
Business Trends, Money Life
The “Robinhood Bro” Culture
How to avoid gambling in the stock market
Shane Enete — February 02, 2021
God gives us His resources and asks us to manage them in a way that lets others know of His goodness, over a long period of time. When we invest, we should do the same.
Crowell News & Updates
Message From Dean Gary Lindblad
Gary Lindblad — January 28, 2021
Our circumstances are indeed challenging, but they are no surprise to our Lord, who has provisioned us to be agents of both change and peace.
Business As Ministry
Sarah Tse Shares Four Principles for Success in Business and Life
Crowell’s January Distinguished Speaker Series featured publisher/author/alumna
Gary Lindblad — January 28, 2021
“That was the first time I heard God. It was so clear, so tender and so comforting. And I didn't have any doubt.”
Voices of Crowell
Alumnus Brandon Wong Talks About Career, Growth, and “Biola Brandon”
Character and Career: Stories of Transformation
John Tuttle, Brandon Wong — January 26, 2021
“I wasn’t strong in my faith. I didn’t give God priority. I believe he saw that and decided to press me...”
Voices of Crowell
Doing College in a Pandemic: A Cord of Three Strands is Not Easily Broken
Character and Career: Stories of Transformation
Brynn Fieldhouse, Rachael Jackson, Laina Lemon, John Tuttle — January 25, 2021
“The friends I’ve made at Biola have pushed me to be the best version of myself and to not be afraid of where he’s leading me.”
Voices of Crowell
Doing Business Means Doing Economics
Five minutes with Brandon Ware, Associate Professor of Business
John Tuttle, Brandon Ware — January 21, 2021
Crowell School of Business Professor Dr. Brandon Ware sees economics everywhere.
Crowell News & Updates
A Master Class on Calling — Professor Creates Online Calling Retreat
Crowell Professor Paul Sohn launches an online retreat about jobs, uncertainty and trust
John Tuttle — January 19, 2021
“When you're talking about something like calling, it's not like you can just read a book and understand what you're supposed to do. It's a process of transformation...”
Business Trends, Money Life
How Safer-At-Home Affects the Economy
Using behavioral finance to understand the necessity of quarantine
Shane Enete — January 15, 2021
“While I may agree or disagree with the policies of the kingdoms of this world, as a Christian, I am called to seek His Kingdom first.”
Voices of Crowell
It's Not Just About The Money
Character and Career: Stories of Transformation
Jen Aspland, John Tuttle — January 14, 2021
From dreams of Taco Bell to a career in marketing, Jennifer Aspland shares how Crowell shaped her priorities.
Voices of Crowell
Getting Leadership Right: How Student David Wong Turned His Focus to Others
Character and Career: Stories of Transformation
John Tuttle, David Wong — December 10, 2020
“I came into college thinking solely about me, about ways to develop and further myself...My priorities since being at Biola have completely changed."
Voices of Crowell
Remembering That Jesus is Your Real CEO
Five minutes with Jake Aguas, Associate Professor of Management
Jake Aguas, John Tuttle — December 08, 2020
"The workplace often places profit over purpose and people, so my students need tools and knowledge that will keep them God-centered."
Crowell News & Updates
Message From Dean Gary Lindblad
Gary Lindblad — November 10, 2020
Everything I do flows from my heart. Therefore, I must keep it guarded from influences that weigh it down.
Advancing Women, Business Trends
The State of Women in the Workplace Due to COVID-19
Jake Aguas, Laureen Mgrdichian — November 10, 2020
The pandemic has presented many challenging situations for women across numerous demographics
Voices of Crowell
With Words and Data, Alumna Hannah Dietze Unlocks the Creativity Inside Business
Character and Career: Stories of Transformation
Hannah Dietze, John Tuttle — November 09, 2020
“You are uniquely gifted and wonderfully made, and it’s a sweet and beautiful process to discover who God made you to be."
Crowell News & Updates
Designing for a Post-COVID World: Enter the 2020-21 Biola Startup Competition
Biola University Startup Competition aims to make innovative ideas a reality
Jordan Terranova — November 06, 2020
“Designing for a Post-COVID World” theme encourages young entrepreneurs to think creatively about meeting new and unique opportunities
Crowell News & Updates
Sarah Tse Headlines January Distinguished Speaker Event
John Tuttle — November 04, 2020
Publisher, author, and Startup coach will talk about life lessons
Business Trends, Voices of Crowell
What Are the Megatrends and Why Should You Care?
Jake Aguas releases new book
John Tuttle — November 03, 2020
Huge and rapid changes in technology, values and attitudes are changing our everyday lives.
Business As Ministry
Grant Van Cleve Shares How to Find the Race God Made for You
October Distinguished Speaker Series event highlights
Gary Lindblad — October 28, 2020
“There's a great danger in looking at other people's journeys, and to hurry and fear that you’re missing something ...”
Crowell News & Updates
Crowell Celebrates Faculty Research and Service
John Tuttle — October 26, 2020
Dr. Brandon Ware, Dr. Wlamir Xavier and Jake Aguas recognized for recent accomplishments