Biola UniversityPosts by Sarah Dougher
Sarah Dougher
Sarah Dougher, a Biola University journalism alumna (’21), serves as the university strategic communication manager. Writing for Biola News since 2019, she considers Biola one of her favorite places, citing the joy of working alongside fellow Christians committed to the university mission as the best part of her role. Sarah is a big fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the color pink.
Emmy Award-Winning Alumna Candace Camarena (Guereque, B.A. ’16) Brings Innovation and Faith to CBS Los Angeles Studio
Camarena did not let being a student deter her from chasing after real-world experience in finding and telling stories
Biola Student Media Group Earns Seven Awards
Students were honored by the California College Media Association for having standout writing, design and photography
Alumni Mehki Key (B.A. ’22) and RobertAnthony Cruz (B.A. ’21), Savannah Bananas Player, Take Sandlot Revival Worship Nights National
Key degree in worship arts from Biola propelled him into leading worship across the United States
Alumnae Reflect on Over 50 Years of Friendship Established at 91Ƭ
Mary Brown (B.A. ’67), Charlene Cedarwall (B.S. ’67) and Pam Reid (B.S. ’67) all live in different places yet are connected by their long-lasting friendship
Alumna Dianna Smiley (B.A. ’03) is Transforming the Teen Pregnancy Narrative
Smiley nonprofit organization, Generation Her, provides resources for teen mothers in the Los Angeles and Orange County communities
K-Drama Worldwide Cultural Impact Explored by Literature Professor
Torrey Honors College professor Dr. Jane E. Kim hopes the project leads viewers to deeper cultural conversations and connections
Biola University Mourns the Passing of Student Amber Delgado
Amber, a healthcare management student, was compassionate and loving toward everyone
Biola University Celebrates 118 Years of Faithful Orthodoxy
Rooted in Scripture, Biola upholds the value of life from beginning to end
At Age 72, Alumnus Neil Stipp (B.M. ’76) Says His Music Career is Experiencing a “Crescendo”
Organist and composer, Stipp received his musical and faith foundation at 91Ƭ
Lent Project 2026 Focuses on Jesus the “Servant King” in the Gospel of Mark
Beginning Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, the project offers a multi-sensory journey through the life and ministry of Jesus
Three Mid-America Emmy Awards Adorn Shelves of Alumnus Kevin Christensen (B.S. ’06)
With a computer science background, Christensen makes films featuring businesses and nonprofit organizations
Biola Gospel Choir Celebrating its 40th Anniversary All Year
Founded in 1985, the Gospel Choir has been filled by hundreds of Biola student voices over the years
Talbot School of Theology Professor Book Receives Award of Merit and Reader Choice Award
Dr. Carmen Imes’ book “Becoming God Family” examines whether the church still matters in the modern world
Biola University Alumnae Twins Take Animation Industry by Storm at DreamWorks and Colossul Studios
Alumnae Hope (BFA ’25) and Heather (B.A. ’25) Hemsley gained experience in software training, writing and everything in between through internships at animation studios
Biola University Appoints Randy Chung as Chief of Campus Safety
The new chief has been serving on Biola Campus Safety team since 2008
Faith on Display
Elisabeth Elliot exhibit inspires Biolans — including her own great-granddaughter
Student Film “Halfway” Nominated for College Television Emmy Award
Directed by Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Markus Kashouh (B.A. ’25) and produced by alumna Ariana Molina (B.A. ’25), the film explores reconciliation and forgiveness
Spearheaded by Biola Alumnus, Disney Short Film Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award
Tim Pennoyer (B.A. ’07) and his team conceptualized the Disney holiday commercial “The Boy and The Octopus,” earning a nomination in the Primetime Emmy Award category for Best Commercial
70 Years Later, Biola Honors Two Alumni Linked to Jim Elliot Martyrdom
Alumni Ed McCully (’52) and Olive Fleming Liefeld (Ainslie, ’54) were students in the Biola School of Missionary Medicine in the 1950s
Biola University 2025 Wrapped
Reflect on Biola 2025 with a glimpse into five highlights from the year
Biola Students Release Original Christmas Song, “He Shall Be Called”
The song is available to stream on Spotify, with six Biola students credited for songwriting
Biola University Epsilon Kappa Epsilon Honor Society to Induct 13 Students
Only 5% of the graduating undergraduate class are invited into the society
Lilly Endowment Awards $10 Million Grant to Expand Biola University Talbot School of Theology
The grant will help fund new regional sites and new partnerships with networks and denominations
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