Student Life Blog

• Online Student Resources

  Curating Your Study Space

  Cristal Vazquez Carrillo — February 21, 2019

  While it is tempting to snuggle on your sofa or in bed to study, research shows that this can have a negative impact on your work. A designated, carefully designed space can help you separate your work and home.

• The Biola Hour

  A Testimony of the Holy Spirit

  a response to The Biola Hour on the Holy Spirit and his activity around the world

  Rebecca Mitchell — February 20, 2019

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Spiritual Development

  Day of Prayer

  Todd Pickett — February 11, 2019

  On this day of prayer, I do not seek to be original or profound in my prayer, but simply to pray the prayer (profound enough!) that Jesus taught...

• The Biola Hour

  Listen to Minority Voices, Too

  a response to The Biola Hour on the impact of story and minority voices in literature

  Rebecca Mitchell — February 4, 2019

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Student Success

  Know Your Stuff

  How to Research Companies to Explore Careers

  Grace Kim — January 28, 2019

  Researching companies is one way to learn about different industries, professions, industry trends and a company’s mission and values. The following are some tips for doing company research.

• The Biola Hour

  Join God’s Kingdom Come

  a response to The Biola Hour on MLK and making his dream a reality

  Rebecca Mitchell — January 28, 2019

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Engaging with Gatekeepers (Part 2)

  Writing Effective Emails

  Anna Matz — January 22, 2019

  Emails are the cornerstone of modern business communication and are often the primary means of communication between you and a potential employer....

• The Biola Hour

  Love is Not Based on Agreement

  a response to The Biola Hour on the tension of grace and truth

  Rebecca Mitchell — January 17, 2019

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Getting Involved, Life Skills, Student Success

  How to Get Hired in One Minute

  Jasmyn Alvarez — January 16, 2019

  What if you only had as long as an elevator ride to impress your future boss? A solid elevator pitch is a great way to introduce yourself to employers and showcase what you can bring to their company.

• New Year, New Opportunities

  Tips for securing a student leadership position on campus

  Heather Martin — January 14, 2019

  One way to get involved in the new year is to apply for a student leadership position. Here are three helpful tips to navigate these exciting opportunities.

• Student Success

  How To Prepare for the Spring Career Expo

  Jasmyn Alvarez — January 14, 2019

  Did you know you will likely spend as much time at work as you will with your family? This means it is important to get to know employers before...

• The Biola Hour

  Thoughts on Homelessness

  a response to The Biola Hour on compassion and homelessness

  Rebecca Mitchell — December 3, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Life Skills, Student Success

  Engaging with Gatekeepers (Part 1)

  The Elevator Pitch

  Anna Matz — November 26, 2018

  Gatekeepers are people who stand in the doorway between where you are and where you want to be. Just as much as you want them to give you the job,...

• Dear Child Please Relax

  a response to The Biola Hour on rest, reliance, and trust

  Rebecca Mitchell — November 5, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• The Biola Hour

  We are on Native American Land

  a response to The Biola Hour on remembrance, reconciliation, and acknowledgment

  Rebecca Mitchell — October 22, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• The Biola Hour

  A Perspective on Politics

  a response to The Biola Hour on Christian responcibility and politics

  Rebecca Mitchell — October 8, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• The Heart of Networking

  How to Create and Leverage Relationships

  Anna Matz — October 3, 2018

  If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: “Networking is the key to success.” Networking isn’t the only key to success, but it is...

• Life Skills

  My First Job

  Laying Our Desires at Jesus' Feet

  Shane Enete — September 25, 2018

  I still remember that sinking feeling in my stomach as I carried my first tray of food to a hotel room. It was my first day of work after college....

• Online Student Resources

  Three Reading Tips for Online Students

  Dakota McMahand — September 25, 2018

  A large portion of college coursework revolves around completing reading assignments, and grades may be based on demonstrating knowledge of the...

• The Biola Hour

  The Father’s Embrace

  a response to The Biola Hour on fatherhood, God-Concept and God-Image

  Rebecca Mitchell — September 25, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• The Biola Hour

  The Truth of Forgiveness

  a response to The Biola Hour on forgiveness, healing and the arts

  Rebecca Mitchell — September 14, 2018

  As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Becky Mitchell to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a response...

• Life Skills, Student Success

  LinkedIn vs. Handshake: Which Should I Use?

  Jeffrey Yuen — September 14, 2018

  Jeffrey is a Senior Psychology major and works as a Peer Internship Ambassador in the Career Center. Planning for a career can be a challenging...

• Life Skills, Student Success

  Dressing to Impress: The Do’s and Don’ts of Professional Attire

  Anna Warner — September 5, 2018

  With Career Expos, preparation is essential. Alumnus Anna Warner shares her advice to help you make the best first impression. When it comes to...

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