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��ݮ��Ƶ Ranked a Best College in America Again
Niche.com highlights Biola for film and music programs
October 06, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ is recognized as one of the best colleges in America by Niche.com’s latest ranking — “2024 Best Colleges.” The website highlights...
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Biola Recognizes Constitution Day with Special Event
United States Air Force Captain Hannah Durbin addresses student body on civic respect
October 04, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ recognized Constitution Day 2023 on Sept. 19 with a special address by United States Air Force Captain Hannah Durbin. Biola’s...
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Wall Street Journal Names Biola on 2024 Best Colleges List
Biola is one of the top three Christian colleges highlighted for student experience
October 02, 2023
��ݮ��Ƶ is one of the best colleges in the nation, according to Wall Street Journal’s recent 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. report....

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.