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Faculty Spotlight: Biola’s Gifted Physicist
Xidong Chen, Professor of Physics
Jenna Loumagne — July 29, 2016
Xidong Chen, professor of physics, has pushed student research to the next level in Biola University’s science department in the last five years....
Athletics
National Collegiate Athletics Association Approves Membership Application
Biola will begin the NCAA Division II membership process
Brenda Velasco — July 20, 2016
Biola University’s application for membership into the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Division II has been approved for the...
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Biola University is Granted a 10-year Reaccreditation Term
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges grants Biola the longest term possible for accreditation.
Brenda Velasco — July 19, 2016
Biola University has been granted a 10-year reaccreditation term, the longest term possible, from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges...
Athletics
Softball Takes Mission Trip To Cuba
Eagles spread the Gospel through softball
Lorie Coleman — July 12, 2016
LA MIRADA, Calif. --- This summer Biola Softball partnered with Global Baseball, a missionary organization geared towards utilizing the popularity...
Athletics
Diomartich Joins Tampa Bay Rays
Biola ace Eric Diomartich signs pro contract with Tampa Bay Rays.
Neil Morgan — June 17, 2016
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. --- Back in May of 2011 ESPN's Keith Law recognized Biola Baseball as one of the top-3 programs in the NAIA in terms of...
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Biola Announces Founding Dean of the School of Science, Technology and Health
Paul W. Ferguson brings diverse experience in higher education to the new role
Brenda Velasco — June 14, 2016
After an extensive national search and interview process, Biola University has selected Dr. Paul W. Ferguson to serve as the founding dean of the...
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Preserve Faith-Based Higher Education
Biola Staff — June 08, 2016
UPDATE: October 3, 2016 On Friday, September 30, 2016, Governor Brown signed SB 1146. The bill will go into effect with the 2017-18 school year...
Athletics
Dr. Holmquist Transitions Out of Athletic Director Role
After 27 years as the leader of the athletic department Dr. Dave Holmquist commits to coaching.
Neil Morgan — June 07, 2016
LA MIRADA, Calif. --- In preparation for Biola University’s application for acceptance into the NCAA Division II longtime basketball coach and...
Athletics
Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Named Program of the Year
In its first season under Head Coach Sean Henning Biola Women's Track & Field and Cross Country has soared to new heights.
Neil Morgan — June 02, 2016
NEW ORLEANS, La. --- Biola University was honored on Wednesday as for the first time ever the United States Track & Field and Cross Country...
Alumni
Biola Alumni Releases Documentary on Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Film reveals training behind an elite group of soldiers chosen to guard The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery
Daryn Daniels — May 29, 2016
On Memorial Day, three Biola University alumni released the documentary film “The Unknowns.” The film follows the training of the Sentinels, a...
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Congratulations, Biola University Class of 2016!
Leading advocate for religious freedom, Paul Marshall, gives commencement address
Jenna Loumagne — May 27, 2016
Nearly 1,000 students �ƹ��Ƶd from Biola University today — more than 200 �ƹ��Ƶ students and more than 750 under�ƹ��Ƶ students. Hudson...
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Biola Counseling Center Expands Influence with APA Accreditation
Accreditation distinguishes Biola Counseling Center as sought-after doctoral internship site
Kathryn Toombs — May 24, 2016
In May, the Biola Counseling Center (BCC) received accreditation with the American Psychological Association (APA) — a mark that increases the BCC...
Biola Music Alumnus Louima Lilite Receives Distinguished Teaching Award
Biola alumnus Louima Lilite (‘99) received the Distinguished Teaching Award at Oklahoma Baptist University
Emma Bassett — May 23, 2016
Biola alumnus Louima Lilite (‘99) received the Distinguished Teaching Award at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU). This award, presented on May 13,...
How to Combat Stress: A Psychology Professor Shares Tips
April was National Stress Awareness Month, and with graduation right around the corner, college seniors understand why
James O'Hearn — May 20, 2016
At the end of the month, nearly 1,000 under�ƹ��Ƶ and �ƹ��Ƶ students will walk across a stage at Biola University — a symbolic and...
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Deborah L. Taylor Named to University’s Second-Ranking Position, Provost and Senior Vice President
Biola Staff — May 19, 2016
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University President Barry H. Corey announced on May 16, 2016 the appointment of Deborah L. Taylor to the position of...
Tenth Tour Stop Brings Biola’s Campaign to the Pacific Northwest
Event draws local alumni and raises more than $92,000 toward campaign
Cambria Aviles — May 18, 2016
On Saturday, May 7, Biola University hosted the tenth stop of the Campaign National Tour in Seattle, Wash. More than 120 local alumni, parents and...
Leading Advocate for Religious Freedom to Speak at Spring Commencement
Kathryn Toombs — May 18, 2016
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Hudson Institute Senior Fellow Paul Marshall will deliver Biola University’s spring 2016 commencement address on May 27....
Art Professors Release New Books
Kurt Simonson releases first photobook; Jonathan Anderson releases book on modern art and theology
Daryn Daniels — May 17, 2016
Art professors Kurt Simonson (’00) and Jonathan Anderson (’00) are sharing pieces of their personal journeys through two different approaches in...
New Provost Announced
Deborah L. Taylor named to university’s second-ranking position
Brenda Velasco — May 16, 2016
Biola University President Barry H. Corey announced on May 16, 2016 the appointment of Deborah L. Taylor to the position of Provost and Senior...
San Francisco Event Boosts Biola’s National Campaign Tour Momentum
Campaign exceeds $170 million mark; on track to reach the finish line
Cambria Aviles — May 16, 2016
On April 16, the Campaign National Tour closed out it’s ninth event with an evening in San Francisco, Calif. Biola University President Barry H....
Student-Led Groups Support the Fight Against Cancer
Biola’s Love Your Melon Campus Crew and Colleges Against Cancer chapter work to provide hope for those hurting from cancer
Daryn Daniels — May 13, 2016
Biola University students are helping support the fight against cancer through different on-campus organizations like the Love Your Melon Campus...
From Second Baseman to Pitcher: McCarrell Pushes Biola Baseball to Postseason
After a slow start, Biola Baseball makes a statement after first tournament berth since 2012
Drew Mattocks — May 12, 2016
Sean McCarrell may be one of the most fun pitchers to watch on the Biola Baseball team due to his unorthodox pitching method, but before he was...
From Second Base to Pitcher: McCarrell Pushes Biola Baseball to Postseason
After a slow start, Biola Baseball seeks to make a statement after first tournament berth since 2012
Drew Mattocks — May 12, 2016
Sean McCarrell may be one of the most fun pitchers to watch on the Biola Baseball team due to his unorthodox pitching method, but before he was...
Center for Marriage and Relationships Expands Influence
Sold-out conference highlights need for marriage mentoring in churches
Kathryn Toombs — May 06, 2016
Since its inception, Biola’s Center for Marriage and Relationships (CMR) has received a tremendous amount of positive response from the community,...
Track and Field Runners Kellian Hunt and Anika Gasner Come Back Strong Despite Injuries
Graduating seniors look forward to competing at National Championships
Daryn Daniels — May 05, 2016
Runners Kellian Hunt and Anika Gasner, both seniors on Biola University’s track and field team, are striving to finish their last season strong...