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Four Tips for Success in an Online Class
Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — May 13, 2020
The summer term for online students at Biola is now underway! As you prepare to begin your courses, take a look at these few tips for success. 1....
Well-being
Celebration in the Midst of Chaos
Sarah Morgan — April 20, 2020
Weeks ago, I would not have imagined that I would be sitting at my dinner table in Washington, getting ready to start remote learning. But there I...
Career & Vocation
Searching for Jobs or Internships During COVID-19
Misheel Bayarsaikhan — April 15, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only reshaped the classroom experience for college students, but it has left students with uncertainty about finding...
Career & Vocation
COVID-19 May Have Halted Your Internship Plans. Here’s What to do Instead
Brianna Reynolds — April 15, 2020
COVID-19 has clearly impacted our world in a variety of ways, including the cancellation of many students’ internships. If your internship was...
Well-being
Move Over Laughter, Pets Are The New Best Medicine
Katie Powell — April 08, 2020
During the different chapters in my life, animals were always a part of the story. I have sweet memories of running through the sprinkler with...
Career & Vocation
How to Break Into Nonprofit Work: Learn from the Pros
Austin Green — March 23, 2020
Alumnus John Delapena (‘19) knew he wanted to help children and make the world a better place. Initially, he thought he would follow in his father...
Academics
How to Make the Switch to Remote Learning
Carrie Stockton — March 19, 2020
For some students, learning in an online environment comes naturally or is at least familiar. But for others, the most experience is in an...
Academics
Should you Drop that Class?
The deadline to drop approaches, but consider these factors before acting.
Christian Leonard — March 02, 2020
With the March 15 deadline to withdraw from a class nearing, you may find yourself considering lightening your class load by cutting a course or...
Spiritual Growth, The Biola Hour
Who are you offline?
a response to The Biola Hour on social media and emotional health
Sydney Perry — January 21, 2020
As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Sydney Perry to blog her thoughts this episode. This is a response to...
Career & Vocation
Starting Your Career in Biotechnology
Joy Ito — January 13, 2020
If you’re studying biology, chemistry or engineering, working in a lab is a great way to boost your resume. The work experience you earn in a lab...
Career & Vocation
Tips for Entering a Competitive Industry After Graduation
Ashley Logue — January 02, 2020
Alumnus Soren Iverson (‘17) studied studio art with an emphasis in design and minor in business during his time at Biola. He is currently an art...
Academics, Making Connections
Five Questions to Help Build a Mentoring Relationship with Your Professor
Registration season might be over, but there are still ways to build relationships with your faculty.
Christian Leonard — November 21, 2019
While many students are accustomed to having advising meetings and office hours with their professors, faculty are available to discuss topics...
Career & Vocation, Making Connections
The Value of Student Leadership
Austin Green — November 07, 2019
Have you ever wondered what qualities employers care about when hiring college students or recent graduates? Student resumés that show leadership...
Academics
Tips on Managing Group Projects for Online Students
Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — November 06, 2019
How do you feel when thinking about past group projects? While experiences vary – whether positive or negative – group projects are part of many...
Spiritual Growth, The Biola Hour
The Power of Worship
a response to The Biola Hour on worship as a lifestyle
Sydney Perry — November 05, 2019
As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Sydney Perry to blog her thoughts this episode. This is a response to...
Career & Vocation
Alumna Shares Lessons from her Dream Job Journey
Lisa Reimann — November 04, 2019
Lara Renee went through ups and downs before landing her ideal role.
Career & Vocation
Why Graduate School?
Joshua Choi — October 16, 2019
Have you considered attending graduate school after Biola? Based on averages from 2012-2018 outcome survey data, 18.2 percent of Biola graduates...
Career & Vocation
Finding Your Graduate School Program
Five steps to narrowing your choices
Austin Green — October 01, 2019
Your education does not have to end once you receive your undergraduate diploma. Millions of students decide to enroll in post-graduate programs...
Spiritual Growth, The Biola Hour
Are We Home Yet?
a response to The Biola Hour on faith and exile
Hannah Harkness — September 30, 2019
As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Hannah Harkness to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a...
Spiritual Growth, The Biola Hour
Alone in a Crowded Room
a response to The Biola Hour on loneliness and vulnerability
Hannah Harkness — September 17, 2019
As a way to continue the conversations in The Biola Hour, we've invited Hannah Harkness to blog her thoughts after each episode. This is a...
Academics
Going Back to School as a Parent
Cristal Carrillo Vazquez — September 05, 2019
Tips for balancing parenting and schoolwork.
Spiritual Growth, 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 09, 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 Growth, The Biola Hour
Process What You See
a response to The Biola Hour on media ecology from a faith perspective
Rebecca Mitchell — July 08, 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 Growth, The Biola Hour
What Does Success Mean to You?
a response to The Biola Hour on sports and identity in Christ.
Rebecca Mitchell — June 03, 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 Growth, The Biola Hour
The Lord Has Business for You
a response to The Biola Hour on vocation and the gig economy.
Rebecca Mitchell — May 01, 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...