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Biola Receives $1 Million Grant to Support Churches in Foster Family Ministry
The grant will help Talbot School of Theology establish an integrative program for churches
November 18, 2024
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Alumnus John Thune Voted as Senate Majority Leader
The South Dakota senator will replace current Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell
November 13, 2024
��ݮ��Ƶ alumnus Senator John Thune (’83) is the next United States Senate Majority Leader. He will replace Senator Mitch McConnell, who...
Alumni, Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Two Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts Alumni Elevate to New Levels
Kenny Ryan (’06) and Jacob Roman (’07) wrote post-apocalyptic thriller film “Elevation,” released in theaters November 8
November 12, 2024
Elevation, a post-apocalyptic science fiction thriller starring Anthony Mackie, is the first feature film written by Snyder School of Cinema &...

June 18, 2025 —
This Relevant Magazine article discusses how mission work and the Great Commission has changed over the years, with the center of Christianity growing and moving, primarily to the Global South. A former Biola professor is quoted throughout the story.
June 13, 2025 —
This Christianity Today article, written by Nate Bell, film history professor in the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts, explores the enduring popularity of Jesus as a cinematic figure, spotlighting the upcoming wave of Christ-centered films and tracing their lineage back to the 1927 silent film "The King of Kings," which helped define the visual portrayal of Jesus in film. The film was recently re-released on Blu-Ray. The film’s artistry—marked by bold visual storytelling and reverent imagery—offers modern audiences a renewed opportunity to reflect on how cinema has shaped perceptions of Jesus.
June 09, 2025 —
Alumnus and former Biola baseball player, RobertAnthony Cruz, known as Coach Rac to his 20 million-plus social media followers, is one of the high-spirited members of the Savannah Bananas baseball team. In this Orange County Register article, Cruz is highlighted for the unique experience he is able to give fans while playing for the Bananas, noting the recent experience the team had in selling out two nights at Angels Stadium in Anaheim.