On March 26, Biola officially launched its Institutional Diversity Strategic Plan inside of Biola’s very own Calvary Chapel. This historic event was welcomed by President Barry Corey and Chief Diversity Officer Tamra Malone who introduced the theme “Unity Amidst Diversity.” “We must take intentional...

Being the smallest voice in the room is daunting. Fighting to be heard when you are standing alone in front of a crowd can shut anyone down. These feelings of intimidation are all too familiar to Biola's Provost and Senior Vice President Deborah Taylor.  After years of being one of the few female...

On Jan. 29, President Barry Corey addressed the Phase 3 repopulation strategy in an email following the announcement of a COVID-19 outbreak on campus. Students in this phase are expected to return in March.   PHASED MOVE IN  According to the email, government restrictions currently prevent in-person...

As fall semester comes to a close, Biola students anxiously wait for updates regarding spring semester housing and reopening plans. Although Biola’s official plans have not yet been released, President Barry Corey has informed Biolans that he will be updating students on Dec. 1, after meeting with...

The Student Government Association met late Thursday afternoon to hear from President Barry Corey about Biola’s plans for next semester. DBC DISCUSSES PLANS FOR SPRING SEMESTER Corey joined the SGA meeting to inform senators on any updates to the current plan to reopen Biola’s campus in the spring....

The Winsome Conviction Project hosted With Malice Towards None, a YouTube livestream event designed to encourage postelection communication and unity.  The event featured a panel of guest speakers including; Director of Intercultural Education and Research Walter Augustine, professor of philosophy...

On Oct. 29, President Barry Corey sent out a letter to students updating them on the plans for the spring semester. Biola Internal Communications shared Corey’s plans to open campus next semester, while still adhering to social distancing and health safety guidelines set forth by the Los Angeles Public...

The Student Government Association met via Zoom Thursday afternoon to discuss updates from Dean of Community Life Sandy Hough, vote on a new constitution proposal and take part in a diversity training with Chief Diversity Office, Tamra Malone.  WHAT’S NEW FOR SGA Since the Title IX regulation changed...

After 25 years of serving students at Biola, the Torrey Honors Institute has transitioned into Torrey Honors College. The terminology change was announced via email on Sept. 30, though Torrey students were informed last week. A GROWING PROGRAM This is the first college formed within Biola and will...

On July 28, President Barry Corey announced Biola would be moving forward in a completely remote format. Although faculty and staff were anticipating this decision, on-campus involvement teams had to come up with new ways to stay connected.  Biola's admissions and on-campus engagement teams had to...

The Student Government Association gathered Thursday afternoon to train personnel, discuss social media engagement plans and advocate for student mental health. MEDIA UPDATES SGA is pursuing more avenues to connect with students remotely, including Instagram, the Biola App and audio platforms. As interaction...

The university's campus will open for the Fall 2020 semester, as long as there are no government restrictions, President Barry Corey announced today during a virtual town hall livestream. Just a few days ago, Corey commissioned a “re-entry team” to work toward reopening the campus. Corey said...