University News - Biola News

Category: University News

Biola Grieves the Passing of Chuck Colson Award Recipient John M. Perkins
President Barry H. Corey Shares Perkins’ Influence on Biola and the Church
Barry Corey — March 13, 2026
51�ԹϺ�� joins the global church in mourning the passing of civil rights leader and friend of Biola, John M. Perkins. He was a courageous...
Great Is Thy Faithfulness: A Record Year for Biola Giving Day
Celebrating God’s faithful provision, a legacy of generosity and an unprecedented $515,591 raised for the Biola Fund
Biola Staff — March 04, 2026
Over the course of 48 hours, the Biola community across the country came together with a shared purpose — to invest in the next generation of...
51�ԹϺ�� Mourns the Passing of Student Amber Delgado
Amber, a healthcare management student, was compassionate and loving toward everyone
Sarah Dougher — February 25, 2026
The 51�ԹϺ�� community is deeply grieved to share that Amber Delgado, a healthcare management student in the School of Science, Technology...
51�ԹϺ�� Celebrates 118 Years of Faithful Orthodoxy
Rooted in Scripture, Biola upholds the value of life from beginning to end
Sarah Dougher — February 24, 2026
On February 25, 2026, 51�ԹϺ�� celebrates 118 years since its founding in 1908. What began in downtown Los Angeles as the Bible Institute...
Lent Project 2026 Focuses on Jesus the “Servant King” in the Gospel of Mark
Beginning Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, the project offers a multi-sensory journey through the life and ministry of Jesus
Sarah Dougher — February 17, 2026
51�ԹϺ��’s Center for Christianity, Culture and the Arts (CCCA) is launching its 2026 Lent Project, a free online devotional that invites...
51�ԹϺ�� Appoints Randy Chung as Chief of Campus Safety
The new chief has been serving on Biola’s Campus Safety team since 2008
Sarah Dougher — January 22, 2026
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — After serving as Interim Chief of Campus Safety for five months following the unexpected passing of Chief John Ojeisekhoba in...
51�ԹϺ�� 2025 Wrapped
Reflect on Biola’s 2025 with a glimpse into five highlights from the year
Sarah Dougher — December 18, 2025
From transformational generosity to campus traditions old and new, this year at 51�ԹϺ�� was marked by growth and celebration rooted in...
51�ԹϺ�� Launches Winsome Conviction Academy to Equip a New Generation of Christian Bridge Builders
The academy aims to equip undergraduate college students with practical communication and leadership skills
Brenda Velasco — December 04, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� announced the launch of the Winsome Conviction Academy this week, a major new initiative designed to prepare Christian leaders who...
Biola’s 13th Annual Advent Project Explores the Matchless Name of Jesus
Each devotional will examine biblical passages that include one of the many names of Jesus
Sarah Dougher — November 25, 2025
Research shows that a person’s name can influence his or her sense of self. They can also provide a descriptive portrayal of who someone is, and...
51�ԹϺ��’s First-Year Experience Rooted in a Strong Biblical Foundation
With small-group meetings and intentional faculty connections, first-year students engage in biblical guidance and Christ-centered friendships from the very beginning
Sarah Dougher — November 19, 2025
The first-year experience for students at 51�ԹϺ�� is crafted with care, intentionality and a strong biblical foundation. Before they even...
51�ԹϺ�� Reports Largest Incoming Class in Six Years
Enrollment growth across undergraduate and graduate programs reflects Biola’s Christ-centered mission, academic excellence and expanding global reach
Brenda Velasco — November 11, 2025
This fall, 51�ԹϺ�� welcomed its largest incoming class since 2019, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth across undergraduate,...
WalletHub Ranks 51�ԹϺ�� #184 out of 791 Higher Education Institutions Nationwide
Biola is the top-ranked school in California that is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
Sarah Dougher — October 28, 2025
WalletHub’s 2026 College and University Rankings recognized 51�ԹϺ�� for its campus safety efforts and overall campus experience this...
51�ԹϺ�� Awarded $1.36 Million Federal TRIO Grant to Support Underserved Students
The funding will boost retention and graduation rates among first-generation students, low-income students and students with disabilities
Katelin Lee — October 21, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� has been awarded a $1.36 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase accessibility to support services for...
51�ԹϺ�� Strengthened By 18 New Faculty Members
The professors bring knowledge in a wide range of areas, including artificial intelligence, design, psychology and engineering
Sarah Dougher — October 13, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� welcomes 18 new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. The new faculty joined Biola’s Rosemead School of Psychology,...
51�ԹϺ��’s Torrey Memorial Bible Conference is 90 Years Young
This year’s conference theme, “Childlike,” is addressing a culture obsessed with acceleration, so we slowed down to look back on how Torrey Conference all began
Sarah Dougher — October 08, 2025
The Torrey Memorial Bible Conference is a steadfast tradition at 51�ԹϺ��. What was sometimes known as “Torrey Week,” the conference was...
Largest Gift in 51�ԹϺ��’s History Brings More Than $40 Million to Advance Christian Tech Education
The gift will benefit student scholarships, new equipment and allow for the construction of two state-of-the-art engineering garages
Biola Staff — October 08, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� will be the beneficiary of the largest gift in its 117-year history — a transformational gift of more than $40 million made...
U.S. News & World Report Ranks 51�ԹϺ�� Among Top National Universities in America
The organization recognizes Biola on notable lists for a premier first-year experience, student accessibility and top undergraduate psychology and nursing programs
Sarah Dougher — September 23, 2025
Recognized for its outstanding first-year experience and extraordinary academic quality, 51�ԹϺ�� has been credited as one of the nation’s...
Niche.com Ranks 51�ԹϺ�� as Number One Christian College in California
Biola has also been recognized as a top university in America by Forbes and Money.com
Sarah Dougher — September 17, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� has been recognized as the number one Christian college in California by Niche.com , a reputable online resource that helps...
Biola Grieves Passing of Campus Safety Chief John Ojeisekhoba
Brenda Velasco — September 01, 2025
John Ojeisekhoba Sr., Associate Vice President and Chief of Campus Safety at 51�ԹϺ��, passed away from apparent cardiac arrest, university...
More than $3.9 Million Given to the Biola Fund
Celebrating a long legacy of generosity at 51�ԹϺ��
Amy Weaver — August 27, 2025
The 51�ԹϺ�� community’s legacy of generosity continues to make a powerful impact. This past fiscal year, more than $3.9 million was given...
From the Car to the Dorm Room: 51�ԹϺ�� to Move In Students Concierge Style
Sarah Dougher — August 22, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Students move into 51�ԹϺ�� on Friday, August 29, 2025, and their only job is to arrive ready for a momentous day....
Crowell School of Business Approaches AI with a Kingdom Focus
Biola’s Adaptive MBA and AI Lab equip students with the skills and wisdom to lead in tech-forward industries
Sarah Dougher — July 22, 2025
AI is becoming a household term. ChatGPT is quickly becoming an instrument used on a daily basis. Things are moving at a high speed and Biola...
First Private University to Earn Accreditation for New Early Childhood Credential
The School of Education received a $250,000 grant toward student scholarships and curriculum development for a new credential
Sarah Dougher — June 17, 2025
51�ԹϺ�� is one of only eight of the over 750 universities in California to offer the PK-3 Early Childhood Education (ECE) Specialist...
Advice a Biola Professor Gave to the Class of 2025
Kenneth Way — June 02, 2025
On May 9 and 10, 2025, Biola hosted the 2025 Spring Commencement Ceremonies whereProfessor and Chair of Old Testament and Semitics Dr. Kenneth Way...
La Mirada Named Best College Town in Southern California
The city was ranked for its affordability, livability and education
Sarah Dougher — May 30, 2025
Excellence is not just in the 51�ԹϺ�� classroom — it is also in the community. La Mirada, the city where Biola is located, was recently...