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Recent 91��Ƭ�� Graduate Brings Cinema and Media Arts Skills to the FIFA World Cup
Some of the videos Jonathan Kim (B.A. ’26) edited for FOX social media platforms reached millions of views during the tournament
Sarah Dougher — July 29, 2026
More than 62 million people tuned in to the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, 2026, with nearly 39 million watching on FOX Sports alone....
Crowell Alumna Serves High-Profile Clients as Estate Planner
Chelsea Rubio (B.S. ’11) spends her days talking about death and taxes with high-net-worth clients
Biola Staff — April 13, 2026
Most people can only guess at the kinds of conversations billionaires have when they think about what to do with their assets as the end of life...
Herzog Foundation Recognizes Biola History Alumna as Christian Teacher of the Year
Emily Zybach (Anderson, B.A. ’11) has been teaching high school history for 14 years
Sarah Dougher — March 30, 2026
In celebration of March being Women History Month, Biola is highlighting alumnae who are faithfully serving and leading in their communities....
Alumnus Fulfilling the Great Commission in Japan
Stephen Croft (B.A. ’14) teaches English in one of the least-reached districts in Japan
Sarah Dougher — March 24, 2026
“I give up, Lord. Take it all. I'll go anywhere, do anything ... Well ... except for being a pastor or missionary .. I don't have the faith for...
Political Science Alumnus Argues Case Before Florida Supreme Court
Jason Muehlhoff (B.A. ’16) serves as the Chief Deputy Solicitor General for the State of Florida
Sarah Dougher — March 24, 2026
The Florida Supreme Court is considering how far the state can go in using its Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization (RICO) Act, a law...
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
Sarah Dougher — March 13, 2026
In celebration of March being Women History Month, Biola is highlighting alumnae who are faithfully serving and leading in their communities....
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
Sarah Dougher — March 10, 2026
Spending his childhood in foster care in a neighborhood marked by high crime and substance use shaped the early years of Biola University alumnus...
Alumnae Reflect on Over 50 Years of Friendship Established at 91��Ƭ��
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
Sarah Dougher — March 10, 2026
In celebration of March being Women History Month, Biola is highlighting alumnae who are faithfully serving and leading in their communities....
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
Sarah Dougher — March 03, 2026
In celebration of March being Women History Month, Biola is highlighting alumnae who are faithfully serving and leading in their communities....
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
Sarah Dougher — February 10, 2026
A computer science major turned Emmy-award-winning filmmaker. That is alumnus Kevin Christensen (B.S. ’06) journey. While earning his degree in...
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
Sarah Dougher — February 02, 2026
When she was a student at 91��Ƭ�� University, psychology alumna Symone Starr-Parker (B.A. ’87) loved going to chapel. Middle-of-the-week worship was...
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
Sarah Dougher — January 23, 2026
With internships at DreamWorks Animation and Colossul Studios, respectively, twins and Biola University alumnae Hope (BFA ’25) and Heather (B.A. ’...
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
Sarah Dougher — January 20, 2026
Inspired by his own experiences growing up in the Middle East, Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Markus Kashouh (B.A. ’25) wrote and...
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
Sarah Dougher — January 13, 2026
When Tim Pennoyer (B.A. ’07) walked across the graduation stage at 91��Ƭ�� University, he never imagined that one day he would be leading global...
Alumnus Found Intellectually and Spiritually Rich Guidance in Talbot Christian Apologetics Program
Micah Sweeney (M.A. ’18) now uses his degree in the classroom and therapy clinic
Biola Staff — January 13, 2026
The questions that most deeply shape a person faith are often born not in classrooms, but in moments of loss, confusion and unmet expectations....
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
Sarah Dougher — January 06, 2026
It was 70 years ago, on January 8, 1956, that five women, including the prominent Christian speaker and author Elisabeth Elliot, became widows in...
Paralympian Alumna Morgan Stickney (’23) Wins Gold at World Championships
The competition brought together more than 600 top Para athletes from 60 nations
Sarah Dougher — October 21, 2025
For alumna Morgan Stickney (B.S. ’23), perseverance and dedication are part of her daily routine. With gold and silver medals from the Paris 2024...
Ceramics Professor and Alumna Finds Biblical Truths on the Pottery Wheel
Laura Brand (B.S. ’02) is passionate about both teaching students and creating art that reflects her character
Sarah Dougher — September 29, 2025
“I think you have what it takes to be an artist, Laura.” This statement by longtime Biola University art professor and recent faculty emeritus Dan...
Two Biola Student Films to Premiere on PBS SoCal Fine Cut Festival of Films
Fantasy film “Nod” and action film “Roman Candle: A Love Story” were created by Biola film and art students
Nate Bell — September 23, 2025
Two films by recent Snyder School of Cinema & Arts alumni are making their mainstage debut this week. PBS SoCal, Southern California flagship...
From Filmmaker to Matcha Connoisseur, Alumnus Says Biola Equipped Him to Step Into Callings With Courage
Alumnus Andrew Schundler (B.A. ’16) created the matcha tea brand, CHUH Matcha, alongside his wife, Chloe
Nate Bell — September 17, 2025
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Andrew Schundler (B.A. ’16) is more than a filmmaker. As executive producer and vice president of...
On and Off the Basketball Court, MBA Alumnus Pursues Excellence at 91��Ƭ�� University and Abroad
Myja White (MBA ’25) completed his MBA degree at the Crowell School of Business while playing professional basketball in Albania
Sarah Dougher — August 29, 2025
Waking up at 3:00 a.m. in Elbasan, Albania, alumnus Myja White (MBA ’25) opened his computer and logged onto a Zoom call. On the other side of the...
More than $3.9 Million Given to the Biola Fund
Celebrating a long legacy of generosity at 91��Ƭ�� University
Amy Weaver — August 27, 2025
The Biola University community legacy of generosity continues to make a powerful impact. This past fiscal year, more than $3.9 million was given...
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts Alumnus Releases Pixel-Art Style Video Game
Kip Henderson (B.A. ’19) worked alongside a music composer, a sound designer and a programmer to make his vision of the game Taria & Como come to life
Nate Bell — August 27, 2025
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts alumnus Kip Henderson (B.A. ’19) is an independent artist whose work has taken many forms: storyboards,...
Professional Hockey Player and Alumnus Rocco Grimaldi (M.A. ’25) Lives Out His Faith On and Off the Rink
Grimaldi earned a master of arts in Christian Apologetics to prove the truth to not only himself, but to his teammates and family
Sarah Dougher — August 08, 2025
Alumnus Rocco Grimaldi (M.A. ’25) would watch lectures, read books and write discussion posts when he returned from work. Balancing being a...
The Pixar Plan: Alumna Hannah Chu (B.A. ’15) Road to the Animation Studio
Chu credits the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts for teaching her both technical film and interpersonal skills
Sarah Dougher — August 01, 2025
Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts and Torrey Honors College alumna Hannah Chu (B.A. ’15) knew that working for Pixar Animation Studios was...