Press Releases

In New Book, College President Reclaims Forgotten Virtue of Kindness
Jenna Loumagne — February 08, 2016
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University President Barry H. Corey’s first book, Love Kindness, urges Christians to reclaim the virtue of kindness — a...
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Fire Department Given Rare Training Opportunity Due to Demolition at Biola University
Jenna Loumagne — January 11, 2016
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Firefighters rarely have an opportunity to practice crucial field tactics until a fire actually occurs. This week, the Los...
Athletics
Biola Leads Directors' Cup Standings
After a fine fall the Eagles lead all NAIA institutions.
Neil Morgan — December 17, 2015
LA MIRADA, Calif. --- It was a historic fall season for Biola University as all five of its fall teams made their respective National Association...
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Finalists Announced for Biola University’s First-Ever Startup Competition
Jenna Loumagne — December 08, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Six finalists have been announced for Biola University’s first-ever startup competit ion , hosted by Biola’s Crowell School of...
Student Life
Join Biola on Giving Tuesday to Support Student Scholarships
Jenna Loumagne — November 24, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Next week, on Tuesday, Dec. 1, millions around the world will participate in “Giving Tuesday,” an annual day dedicated to give...
Alumni
Biola Hosts Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
The university made changes to the candle ceremony in order to conserve water
Angelene Wong — November 24, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will host the annual University Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m., which draws thousands of...
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Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Biola University
Aaron Barrett — November 11, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Influential Los Angeles pastor Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. will give Biola University’s 2015 fall commencement address at the...
Biola University Hosts “Candyland” Halloween Event For Local Community
Shayna Brodsky — November 02, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will host Candyland — an alternative trick-or-treating event — for the 14th consecutive year on Oct. 31, 2015...
Student Life
Biola University Welcomes Alumni and Parents for Biola Weekend
Biola hosts annual on-campus events for alumni and parents of current students
Angelene Wong — October 23, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University is welcoming alumni and parents of current students on Oct. 23-24 for Biola Weekend, an annual event that...
Alumni
John Townsend Receives Biola University’s Rosemead Distinguished Alumni Award
Jenna Loumagne — October 19, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Renowned author and speaker John Townsend (Ph.D. ’84) received Biola University’s 2015 Rosemead Distinguished Alumni of the...
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The Mission Inn in Riverside, Calif. will Host Biola University’s Second National Campaign Tour Event
Jenna Loumagne — October 08, 2015
RIVERSIDE, CALIF. — Biola University will host its second event of a national campaign tour for The Campaign for Biola University this Friday,...
“Forgotten Founder,” William E. Blackstone, is Remembered by Biola University
Shayna Brodsky — October 05, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will dedicate the newest residence hall—William E. Blackstone Hall — on Tuesday Oct. 6, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. in...
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Crowell School of Business Launches Startup Competition
Jenna Loumagne — September 30, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The first-ever Biola Startup Competition, hosted by Biola University’s Crowell School of Business, launched this fall, giving...
Student Life
Biola University Hosts First-Ever University-Wide Lockdown Drill
Jenna Loumagne — September 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University’s Campus Safety in conjunction with Biola’s Emergency Response Team and the La Mirada Sheriff’s station will...
National Tour Kicks Off in Newport Beach, Calif. for Biola University’s $180 Million Campaign
Jenna Loumagne — September 22, 2015
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. — Biola University will host its first event of a national campaign tour for The Campaign for Biola University this...
Athletics
Three Athletes to be Inducted into Biola’s Athletics Hall of Fame
Neil Morgan — September 11, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University will host the fourth annual Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 12. The 2015...
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Biola University Receives $500,000 Grant from Kay Family Foundation
Grant will fund initiatives to bolster university’s global impact
Jenna Loumagne — September 01, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University has received a $500,000 grant from the Kay Family Foundation to enhance Biola’s Talbot School of Theology ’s...
Educators Summit Funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Hosted at Biola University
Unique partnership of California education groups assemble to celebrate teachers across the state at Better Together: California Teachers Summit
Jenna Bartlo — July 13, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. (July 13, 2015) — On July 31, California teachers at 33 locations across the state will come together to share innovative...
La Mirada to Open Doors as Host Town for the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015
Staff — June 11, 2015
The city of La Mirada has been chosen as a Host Town for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games coming to Los Angeles in 2015. La Mirada was...
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Digital Ministry Conference to Empower Organizations to Have a Successful Digital Presence
Kayla Mele — May 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On June 2-4, 2015, Biola University will host its annual Digital Ministry Conference, a gathering designed to provide...
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Award-Winning Reporter Honored with Briner Impact Award at 2015 Biola Media Conference
Rachel Allan — April 29, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On Saturday, May 2, Kim Lawton, esteemed reporter, producer, writer and editor, will be honored with the Briner Impact Award...
Student Life
University Statement on "Sing Over Me" Screening
Staff — April 23, 2015
Biola University’s “Biola Screenings” series, sponsored by the Cinema and Media Arts department (CMA), is a series dedicated to bringing...
Golden Globes and Emmy Nominees to Speak at 2015 Biola Media Conference
Kayla Mele — April 20, 2015
STUDIO CITY, CALIF. — Headlining the 21st annual Biola Media Conference will be media creatives such as “Selma” actor and Golden Globes nominee...
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Are You Ready To Defend Your Faith in the Spanish Community? Biola University hosts 36th annual Hispanic Conference
Joclyn Kirton — April 06, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — As the Hispanic population increases and Spanish-speaking churches are on the rise, there is a need for training on topics of...
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What’s the Cost of Freedom? A Dialogue with Cornel West, Robert George and Rick Warren on Disagreement, Civility and Education
Staff — March 25, 2015
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Noted public intellectuals Cornel West and Robert George will participate in a public discussion moderated by Rick Warren on...