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Biola’s Nursing Program Recognized as One of the Best Under�һ��Ƶ Programs in the Nation
The nursing program was ranked #251 out of 694 universities for best BSN programs
October 13, 2021
U.S. News and World Report ranked Biola University on the brand-new special recognition list, Best Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs....
School of Fine Arts and Communication, University News
Public Relations Professor Honored with Teacher of the Year Award
Biola Professor KiYong Kim is named the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal Carter Miller Teacher of the Year
September 28, 2021
KiYong Kim, professor in the Biola University Department of Public Relations and Strategic Communication has been awarded the 2021 Ginger Rudeseal...
Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts
Cinema and Media Arts Alumni Collaborate on Independent Feature Film
Space Waves explores friendship, romance and life in a small town
September 23, 2021
Two friends in the film Space Waves endeavor to catapult their podcast to the top of the iTunes chart. Spencer Whiteout (’18) and Andrew Baer (’...

August 06, 2025 —
This Christianity Today article covers the ministry of Cliffe Knechtle, a pastor who has become well-known across social media for his open-air theological dialogues on college campuses. Dr. Sean McDowell, professor of Christian apologetics in the Talbot School of Theology, is quoted in the story, commenting on how dialogues hosted in public places can be an effective evangelical approach, and that Knechtle is one of the best doing it.
July 30, 2025 —
The Hollywood Reporter considers the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts as one of six "Under-the-Radar Film Schools in Los Angeles and New York." Schools considered for this list are the best local programs in or near entertainment hubs on either coast. The column found on page 86 features the school's new studio facility under construction, set to be completed in 2026, which is adding to production offerings that already include a 1,052-square-foot soundstage, nine editing bays and Red, Sony and Canon cameras. The Snyder School's B.A. in Cinema and Media Arts includes concentrations in directing, cinematography, the business of entertainment, and VFX and 3D animation.
July 21, 2025 —
Dr. Erik Thoennes, professor of theology in the Talbot School of Theology, spoke on this Haven Today podcast series about the names of God and the unique character and attributes of the Lord — and the life-changing beauty of knowing Him more deeply.