Biola News: School of Arts and Letters

Biola to Launch Bachelor of Arts in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics

Sarah Dougher — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0700

With all eyes on the celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, the nation’s government, its leaders and policies have been given increased attention. A recent Pew Research Center survey found that 58% of U.S. adults say...

Biola Launches The School of Arts and Letters

Jason Newell, Sarah Dougher — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0700

On July 1, 2026, Biola University launched one of the most significant restructurings in its recent history: The School of Arts and Letters. The new school brings together two existing schools — the School of Fine Arts and Communication and the...

Emmy Award-Winning Alumna Candace Camarena (Guereque, B.A. ’16) Brings Innovation and Faith to CBS Los Angeles Studio

Sarah Dougher — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:23:00 -0700

In celebration of March being Women’s History Month, ��Ƶ highlighting alumnae who are faithfully serving and leading in their communities. This monthlong series features women whose work reflects Biola’s mission in action. A Southern...

Biola Student Media Group Earns Seven Awards

Sarah Dougher — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:07:00 -0700

Biola University’s student media group and three students earned seven awards at the California College Media Association awards conference held in San Francisco. Up against larger colleges in California, Biola students took first, second and...

Alumni Mehki Key (B.A. ’22) and RobertAnthony Cruz (B.A. ’21), Savannah Bananas Player, Take Sandlot Revival Worship Nights National

Sarah Dougher — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:36:00 -0700

Spending his childhood in foster care in a neighborhood marked by high crime and substance use shaped the early years of Biola University alumnus Mehki Key (B.A. ’22). Because both of his parents struggled with addiction, a mentor played a pivotal...

At Age 72, Alumnus Neil Stipp (B.M. ’76) Says His Music Career is Experiencing a “Crescendo”

Sarah Dougher — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:04:00 -0800

As a young boy, Neil Stipp, Biola University alumnus, celebrating 50 years since graduating (B.M. ’76), would listen to his 45 RPM records so often that his mother had to restrict him to listening only 2 days a week. His love for music prevailed...

Biola Gospel Choir Celebrating its 40th Anniversary All Year

Sarah Dougher — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:23:00 -0800

When she was a student at Biola University, psychology alumna Symone Starr-Parker (B.A. ’87) loved going to chapel. Middle-of-the-week worship was an idea she could get behind. But she also felt a pull toward gospel music, which she was more...

Biola University Alumnae Twins Take Animation Industry by Storm at DreamWorks and Colossul Studios

Sarah Dougher — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:55:00 -0800

With internships at DreamWorks Animation and Colossul Studios, respectively, twins and Biola University alumnae Hope (BFA ’25) and Heather (B.A. ’25) Hemsley dove into the animation industry headfirst while still completing their degrees. After...

Spearheaded by Biola Alumnus, Disney Short Film Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award

Sarah Dougher — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:50:00 -0800

When Tim Pennoyer (B.A. ’07) walked across the graduation stage at Biola University, he never imagined that one day he would be leading global marketing for some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history. Little did he know that a...

Biola Students Release Original Christmas Song, “He Shall Be Called”

Sarah Dougher — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:29:00 -0800

With the Christmas season comes music announcing the miracle of Jesus’ birth, filling headphones, car radios and department stores alike. Six Biola University students contributed to the Christmas cheer with their new song, “He Shall Be Called.”...