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Honoring a legacy at the Fool’s Errand Symposium

Honoring a legacy at the Fool’s Errand Symposium
The Department of Fine Arts and Communication honors Dan Callis with their recent galleries “Fool’s Errand: Still” and “Fool’s Errand: Wonder”.
Isaac Mancilla, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

On Saturday, Oct. 19, the School of Fine Arts and Communication hosted “Fool’s Errand: Reflections on the Art and Teaching Career of Daniel Callis”. Along with the Center for Christianity, Culture, and the Arts, they came together to celebrate the work Callis has done for Biola and students as...

Dan Callis retires after 39 years of teaching at Biola

The art department staff, professors and students pray for Dan Callis on April 23, 2025 at the sculpture backyard.
A life, legacy and story of the person Dan Callis
Clarissa Jocelyn, Managing Editor May 1, 2025

After 39 years of dedication to Biola’s art pedagogy, Dan Callis III, a professor of art, is retiring and transitioning to a full-time art practice.  The art department hosted a retirement party on April 23 with students, staff and professors sharing pivotal moments where Callis impacted their...

Michael Arena appointed Dean of Crowell School of Business

Michael Arena will join Biola as dean of the Crowell School of Business.
Former Amazon and General Motors executive will join Biola as Crowell dean in July 2023.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief April 13, 2023

On July 1, 2023, former Amazon and General Motors Executive Dr. Michael Arena will step into the position of Dean of Biola’s Crowell School of Business. The current dean of Crowell, Gary Lindblad, announced his retirement last fall and will continue in the position through June 2023.  “Dr. Arena...

Supreme Court to address affirmative action in higher education

Supreme Court to address affirmative action in higher education
Harvard and University of North Carolina face lawsuits in the fall, while Judge Breyer announces retirement.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor January 26, 2022

The Supreme Court is scheduled to see cases about affirmative action, specifically in higher education. According to The New York Times the affirmative action policies at both Harvard University and at the University of North Carolina will take the stand. DEFINING THE PROBLEM The Chronicle of Higher...

Deb Taylor steps away from role as Biola provost

Deb Taylor steps away from role as Biola provost
The university begins search for new provost following Taylor's announcement.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor November 19, 2021

Earlier this month Provost and Senior Vice President Deborah Taylor announced her departure from Biola after serving in university administration for seven years. WHAT IS NEXT Taylor will complete the academic school year at Biola, working as a consultant to onboard the new provost through December,...