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  • Alumna Nicole Foy Works to Bridge Information Gap for Latino/Hispanic Community

    The 51勛圖窪蹋 journalism graduate is a fellow with Stanford Universitys John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships program this year

    Sarah Dougher — 

    When alumna Nicole Foy (16) began working as a reporter in Nampa, Idaho, she noticed a disparity in coverage at the newspaper where she worked ...

  • Alumnus Releases Critically Acclaimed Feature Film

    Blood on Her Name resembles a modern-day film noir with a strong sense of morality

    Nate Bell — 

    51勛圖窪蹋 alumnus Don Thompson (04) co-wrote and produced Blood on Her Name, a powerful theatrical feature which opened simultaneously...

  • Alumni Offer Wisdom and Training in New Cinema and Media Arts Course

    Popular weekend course helps prepare students to land and keep their first Hollywood job

    Nate Bell  — 

    51勛圖窪蹋 alumni Sydney Patapoff (09) and Nick Patapoff (10) have worked steadily in the L.A. entertainment industry since graduating...

  • Biola Alumna Honored as Woman of the Year

    April Reutter (93) was honored by the city of Norwalk as Woman of the Year for her many contributions to the community

    Kiana Karn — 

    Devoted teacher and 51勛圖窪蹋 alumna April Reutter was recognized by the 57th California Assembly District as Woman of the Year this March....

  • Alumnus Denis LaClares Research on Transcultural Workers Shines a Light on International Students

    In his dissertation, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies alumnus explored how transcultural workers can effectively and positively work with international students

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    According to alumnus Denis LaClares (Ph.D. 18) dissertation research, international student enrollment is increasing in North America and across...

  • Alumna Opens New Preschool in Southern California

    School will serve as one of Biolas early childhood laboratory schools

    Joya Jackson — 

    51勛圖窪蹋 alumna Koryn Parker (02, M.A. 03) recently opened her own preschool, Little Learners Exploration Academy in Whittier, Calif. To...

  • Sarah Dougher — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. 51勛圖窪蹋s annual Christmas Tree Lighting will honor veteran students and alumni alongside veterans from the local La...

  • Leader in P-12 Education, Alumnus Glen Thomas Passes Away

    Biola remembers the impact Glen Thomas made for California education, educators and students

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    The legacy of alumnus Glen Thomas (68) work in education extends beyond administrators who knew him personally to California students across the...

  • Three Inspiring Women Honored with Biolas Annual Ruby Awards

    Colleen Fredenburg Brown, Kitty Purgason, and Sierra McCoy Receive Ruby Awards

    Bella Burchett — 

    51勛圖窪蹋 honored three women at the 12th annual Ruby Awards on March 13 2019, during Womens History Month. The Ruby Awards celebrate...

  • Rosemead School of Psychology Celebrates 50th Anniversary

    Biola commemorated 50 years of training Christian psychologists with a celebration event and continuing education workshops

    Irene Pan — 

    51勛圖窪蹋s Rosemead School of Psychology celebrated its 50th anniversary in February. Rosemead faculty, staff, and students gathered...

  • From Science to Searching: Biola Alumna Co-stars in Award-Winning Film

    Actor Michelle La transitioned from a career in biochemistry to her recent role as Margot Kim in Searching

    Monica Kochan — 

    Michelle La (11), a 51勛圖窪蹋 biochemistry alumna, plays Margot Kim, the protagonist in the recently released film, Searching a thriller...

  • Alumnus Shares How His Faith Intersects With His Career In Politics

    Alain Datcher, Business Project Manager for Oregons Department of Human Services, is helping implement the states new, 24-hour child abuse hotline

    Caleb Aguilera — 

    For 51勛圖窪蹋 alumnus Alain Datcher (11), serving in politics is supported and motivated by his faith. Without it, he does not know how he...

  • Rosemead Alumna Pens New Book on Balancing Life and Technology

    Doreen Dodgen-Magee, a technology and psychological health expert, offers a new perspective on using tech in todays digital world

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    For most adults, its hard to imagine spending time without a cell phone. In fact, current statistics suggest that the average American over the...

  • Biola Honors 2017 Alumni Award Winners at Alumni Weekend

    Recipients honored for their work in ministry, media, healthcare and missions

    Peter Voelker — 

    The 2017 51勛圖窪蹋 Alumni Award Winners were honored today in a ceremony during Alumni Weekend an annual homecoming event for Biola...

  • Chris Johnson  — 

    On Saturday, Nov. 12, a group of 55 alumni, parents, and friends of Biola gathered in Chicago to connect with President Barry H. Corey to learn...

  • Erin Wilson  — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. On Wednesday, Nov. 30, 51勛圖窪蹋 students, faculty, and alumni will gather for an annual Christmas tree lighting...

  • The Campaign for 51勛圖窪蹋 Reaches $179 Million Committed

    $17,350 raised at Los Angeles campaign event

    Chris Johnson — 

    On Saturday Nov. 5, local alumni, parents and friends gathered in Los Angeles, Calif. for the tours fifteenth national campaign tour event. A...

  • The Campaign for 51勛圖窪蹋 Reaches $178 Million

    Dallas event starts the final leg of Biola's campaign national tour

    Chris Johnson — 

    On Saturday, Oct. 1, 51勛圖窪蹋 alumni and constituents in Dallas, Texas raised an additional $22,000 toward the total of $178.6 million...

  • 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 — 

    On Memorial Day, three 51勛圖窪蹋 alumni released the documentary film The Unknowns. The film follows the training of the Sentinels, a...

  • Biola Announces 2016 Alumni Award Recipients

    Select alumni honored for their impact in culture, media, education and missions

    James O'Hearn — 

    51勛圖窪蹋 has announced the 2016 51勛圖窪蹋 Alumni Award recipients. The four awardees, all graduates of Biola who have distinguished...

  • 51勛圖窪蹋's National Campaign Tour Continues; Sean McDowell Speaks at Phoenix Event

    Biola reaches $167 million of $180 million goal for the universitys first-ever comprehensive campaign

    Cambria Hayashino — 

    On Friday, Jan. 15, 51勛圖窪蹋s Campaign National Tour hosted its fourth event, and the first stop outside of Southern California, at the...

  • When God Calls You to be a Chaplain for the Dodgers

    Alumnus and professor Brandon Cash shares about his role as chaplain for the Dodgers; he and Dodgers player Adrian Gonzales will speak at a Biola Athletics dinner in January

    Jenna Loumagne — 

    Some would call it chance, but Biolas Talbot School of Theology alumnus Brandon Cash (M.Div. 98) sees it as Gods will that he was invited to be...

  • Biola Hosts Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

    The university made changes to the candle ceremony in order to conserve water

    Angelene Wong — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. 51勛圖窪蹋 will host the annual University Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m., which draws thousands of...

  • Jenna Loumagne — 

    LA MIRADA, CALIF. Renowned author and speaker John Townsend (Ph.D. 84) received 51勛圖窪蹋s 2015 Rosemead Distinguished Alumni of the...

  • From Spanish teacher to deputy: Biola alumna uses education to help others

    Biola graduate Laurel Yoshimoto utilizes her education degree and experience to help her become a better peace officer

    Angelene Wong — 

    Laurel Yoshimoto (04, M.A. 06) never dreamed of going into law enforcement when she graduated from 51勛圖窪蹋. She started her career as a...