Posts by Brenda Velasco

Brenda Velasco

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Biola University Launches Winsome Conviction Academy to Equip a New Generation of Christian Bridge Builders
The academy aims to equip undergraduate college students with practical communication and leadership skills
Brenda Velasco — December 04, 2025
Biola University announced the launch of the Winsome Conviction Academy this week, a major new initiative designed to prepare Christian leaders who...
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Biola University Reports Largest Incoming Class in Six Years
Enrollment growth across undergraduate and graduate programs reflects Biola Christ-centered mission, academic excellence and expanding global reach
Brenda Velasco — November 11, 2025
This fall, Biola University welcomed its largest incoming class since 2019, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth across undergraduate,...
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Biola Grieves Passing of Campus Safety Chief John Ojeisekhoba
Brenda Velasco — September 01, 2025
John Ojeisekhoba Sr., Associate Vice President and Chief of Campus Safety at 91��Ƭ�� University, passed away from apparent cardiac arrest, university...
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Leadership Transition and Program Integration at Talbot Institute for Spiritual Formation
Brenda Velasco — May 02, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — The Biola University Talbot School of Theology announced a leadership transition and program integration within its Institute...
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Biola Names Historic Conference after Biola 7th President and Former First Lady
The largest student-led missions conference named Clyde and Anna Belle Cook Missions Conference
Brenda Velasco — September 16, 2024
Biola University student-led missions conference — which is the largest of its kind in the world — will be named after Biola seventh president...
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Biola University to Launch New Type of AI Lab to Lead in the Convergence of Faith and Technology
The AI Lab at 91��Ƭ�� will eventually extend training to local businesses and church leaders
Brenda Velasco — April 23, 2024
Biola University has launched a new type of Artificial Intelligence Lab (AI Lab) for research and interdisciplinary engagement where Christian...
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Biola Shuttle Services Ending Fall 2024
The Biola Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage.
Brenda Velasco — April 16, 2024
The Biola Shuttle will cease operation at the end of this semester due to a decline in usage and the need to wisely steward financial resources....
Talbot Magazine
Biola University Appoints Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
Brenda Velasco — June 28, 2023
Biola University announced that Dr. Ed Stetzer will assume the role of dean of Talbot School of Theology beginning July 2, 2023. “For decades, Dr....
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Biola to Revitalize the Academic Programs under the Cook School of Intercultural Studies and Close the Cook School
The programs will be relocated to other schools or entities within Biola
Brenda Velasco — May 26, 2023
After more than 10 years of enrollment challenges, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies will close after the 2023-2024 academic year and the...
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Biola University to Name School of Cinema and Media Arts in Honor of In-N-Out Burger Founders
Brenda Velasco — May 26, 2023
“Our family values the distinctly Christian education Biola University offers and are honored to play a part in continuing to offer students opportunities to make really impactful film pieces that change people lives,” said Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson, granddaughter of Esther L. Snyder and current owner and president of In-N-Out Burger.
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Biola University Names School of Cinema and Media Arts in Honor of In-N-Out Burger Founders
New scholarship will help make it possible for foster and at-risk youth to study film at 91��Ƭ��
Brenda Velasco — May 26, 2023
Biola University will name its top-ranked film school the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts in tribute to Esther L. Snyder, co-founder of...
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Biola University Appoints Ed Stetzer as Dean of Talbot School of Theology
Christian scholar and author will assume academic leadership role in July 2023
Brenda Velasco — February 21, 2023
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Biola University is announcing that Dr. Ed Stetzer will assume the role of Dean of Talbot School of Theology beginning July 2,...
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Biola Community Grieves Passing of Alumnus and Former Biola Chaplain Ron Hafer
Brenda Velasco — August 10, 2021
Ron Hafer (‘61, ‘77), alumnus and former Biola University Chaplain, passed away due to complications from lung cancer, university leaders announced...
Talbot Magazine
Director Appointed for New Holy Spirit Center
Brenda Velasco — November 13, 2017
Oscar Merlo is spearheading the center launch, funded by a major donation by a couple passionate about what the Holy Spirit will do through students at 91��Ƭ��. As an academic center, it will provide resources for a biblical examination of the person and ongoing work of the Holy Spirit, including research, publications, conferences, events and services for students.
Student Life Blog
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Resources & FAQ for the Biola Community
Brenda Velasco — September 15, 2017
Find informative resources on immigration and how to process this sensitive subject from a biblical perspective.
Student Life Blog
Discontinuation of SGA/Residence Hall Events
Heat of the Night, Deck the Haven and Mosaic Masquerade
Brenda Velasco — August 09, 2017
As some students have heard through word of mouth or social media, Student Development has made decisions to discontinue Heat of the Night, Deck the Haven and Mosaic Masquerade.
Biola Magazine
Biola Accreditation Renewed for Longest Term Possible
Brenda Velasco — October 31, 2016
Biola University has been granted a 10-year reaccreditation term — the longest term possible — from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges...
Biola Magazine
Biola to Join NCAA Division II
Eagles announce start of new era for athletics programs
Brenda Velasco — October 31, 2016
Biola athletic programs celebrated the start of a new era in July, when the university application for membership into the National Collegiate...