Student Life Blog

• Online Student Resources

  Going Back to School as a Parent

  Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — September 5, 2019

  Tips for balancing parenting and schoolwork.

• The Biola Hour

  Singing for the Joy of the Lord

  a response to The Biola Hour on gospel music and worship leading

  Rebecca Mitchell — July 9, 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...

• The Biola Hour

  Process What You See

  a response to The Biola Hour on media ecology from a faith perspective

  Rebecca Mitchell — July 8, 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...

• The Biola Hour

  What Does Success Mean to You?

  a response to The Biola Hour on sports and identity in Christ.

  Rebecca Mitchell — June 3, 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...

• The Biola Hour

  The Lord Has Business for You

  a response to The Biola Hour on vocation and the gig economy.

  Rebecca Mitchell — May 1, 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

  Faculty Spotlight: Kitty Purgason

  Lisa Reimann — March 20, 2019

  Working abroad after completing one’s education doesn’t have to be an unrealistic dream; it can be a reality.

• The Biola Hour

  Finding Rest in Pencils and Paper, Again

  a response to The Biola Hour on technology and well-being

  Rebecca Mitchell — March 18, 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...

• The Biola Hour

  Shine a Light on Child Soldiers

  a response to The Biola Hour on the human trafficking and modern slavery

  Rebecca Mitchell — March 11, 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...

• Online Student Resources

  Online Student Spiritual Resource: The Scholar's Prayer

  Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — March 7, 2019

  When I was a student, I committed to reciting this prayer whenever I sat down to study. I actually learned it from Professor of Theology and...

• Online Student Resources

  Course Syllabi

  The Roadmap to Success for Online Students

  Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — March 7, 2019

  Your course syllabus is your roadmap! Each course syllabus contains valuable information that can contribute greatly to your success in each course...

• Student Success

  Rediscovering Ministry in Ecuador

  Raquel Hamm's career-defining experience studying abroad

  Kaelyn Timmins — March 6, 2019

  Senior Christian Ministries major Raquel Hamm shares about the study abroad experience that challenged her assumptions and shaped her vocation.

• Student Success

  Three Healthy Habits for Scheduling Courses

  Kiyana Sagarang — February 26, 2019

  It can be challenging to balance a full schedule and juggle the many responsibilities that come with being a student. Check out this post for three helpful and healthful tips for registering for classes.

• Praxis Academy Coming to Biola

  Gary Lindblad — February 21, 2019

  Do you think like an entrepreneur? Are you motivated by your faith to create ventures that matter for the future of society? More of a community...

• Online Student Resources

  Curating Your Study Space

  Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — 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...

• Student Success

  Faculty Spotlight: Astri Swendsrud

  A Q&A with Art Professor Astri Swendsrud on Addressing the “Elephant” in the Room

  Faeln Naughton — February 14, 2019

  In this interview, Astri Swendsrud shares how her lifelong passion for art developed into a career and what advice she has for undergraduate students pursuing creative careers.

• 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.

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