People on the Move: Gordon appointed director at Imagine Communications Jan 27, 2008
Watson earned a bachelor's of science degree in physical education from Biola University in Los Angeles and has completed his Fitness Together certification. He is also working on becoming certified by the American College of Sports Medicine. (North County Times)
Finding gear to fit center no easy task Dec 16, 2007
30-day news archives. It's really easy to find clothes out here. (Florida Today)
Who Is Rightly Committed to the Bible: Romney, Hybels, MacArthur, or Moreland? Dec 9, 2007
So, at the same time as the most readily identified Mormon in the world is saying that he is committed to the Bible, and one of the most influential pastors in America is saying that he wants to be, and another is saying that commitment to the Bible is all weve got, youve got a big-name professor from Biola University, J. P. Moreland, saying, Evangelicals are overcommitted to the Bible ... So, at the same time as the most readily identified Mormon in the world is saying that he is... (Townhall.com)
Sunbirds capture volleyball national crown Dec 2, 2007
"After defeating Biola University 30-25, 30-22, 30-28 in Saturday's first semifinal (Cal Baptist beat Concordia in the other all-Golden State Athletic Conference semi), the Sunbirds found themselves in unfamiliar territory after the second game of the championship match.Fresno Pacific actually lost a game and for the first time since Nov. 6 would need more than three games to defeat an opponent. Entering Saturday, the Sunbirds said they would be ready when a team took them past three games."We... (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Q & A with Amber Nederend, Central Valley Christian volleyball Nov 29, 2007
I'm looking at Southern California, at Azusa Pacific, Point Loma Nazarene University and Biola University. I want to be by the beach; I'm a total California girl. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Celebrities Hide Conservative Views Nov 19, 2007
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Gandhi winners: Nov 11, 2007
Melissa, 22, a Biola University nursing student, spent the summer in Rwanda helping the sick. Tyler, 21, a student at Wheaton College in Illinois, worked with churches in Argentina while on a study exchange. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Titans Pull Away from Biola in Second Half Nov 8, 2007
- Josh Akognon scored 21 points and Frank Robinson added 15 Tuesday night to lead Cal State Fullerton to a 78-58 men's basketball exhibition victory over Biola University. Freshman guard came off the bench to lead the NAIA Eagles with 17 points. (TitanCentral.com)
Titans Host Biola; Section K T-Shirts Debut Nov 7, 2007
Fullerton, CA -- The Cal State Fullerton basketball team takes to the floor in an exhibition game tonight against Biola University ... 6) when the Titans host Biola University of La Mirada in an exhibition game at 7:05 p.m. in Titan Gym. (TitanCentral.com)
Titans Battle Trojans at Galen Center Nov 6, 2007
Overall, this was a good step in the right direction for the Titans who have an exhibition game against Biola University on Tuesday (7:05 PM Tipoff). The 2007-08 season opener is on Friday, in historic Titan Gym against CS Bakersfield. (TitanCentral.com)
Bulldogs Open Exhibition Play Nov 3, 2007
Following Sunday's game against Fresno State, the Roos play at Cal-State Bakersfield, Fresno Pacific, Biola University and CSU-Los Angeles. The Bulldogs have also had success in recruiting players from the Australian team as and played on the team last year. (Gobulldogs.com)
Zags Embark On Final Road Trip Nov 1, 2007
The win streak included a pair of shutouts over Biola University, 2-0, and Westmont College, 5-0. The Roadrunners are led by Natalie Haigh who boasts a team-high 11 points - four goals and three assists. (Gozags.com)
Phoenix Seminary Announces Appointment of Dr. W. Bingham Hunter as Vice President of Academics Oct 23, 2007
Dr. Hunter previously served over a 23-year period as professor and academic dean at both Talbot School of Theology of BIOLA University and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School of Trinity International University. He is the author of a number of articles and a widely-read book on Christian prayer, "The God Who Hears," which has been translated into Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. (PR Newswire)
Students Discuss Religious Beliefs Oct 23, 2007
Ive learned the difference between truth and myth, said Dana Dill, an evangelical attending Biola University in California. Its a time when both sides can come together without the worry, but with gentleness and humbleness and still stick with our beliefs. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Starkville man creates his own outdoor haven Oct 16, 2007
that year to pursue a degree in biochemistry from Biola University. He returned to Mississippi a year ago with that degree, his pregnant wife, Monica, and a determination to build business here. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Lions Finish Second in Pentathalon Oct 15, 2007
This year teams include Pepperdine, Cal Baptist, Seattle Unviersity, Cal State Bakersfield, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Biola University, Fresno Pacific and Chapman. On Friday Lion swimmers toughened out the cold and dark conditions to demonstrate a strong presence in the competition. (Lmulions.com)
Stephen Colbert Gets Sued Sep 24, 2007
James Hirsen is a media analyst, Trinity Law School professor, and teacher of mass media law at Biola University. 2007 NewsMax. (Newsmax)
Lawyers say state 'cannot unreasonably interfere with philosophies' Sep 7, 2007
The AFBO seeks to become a part of the case "on behalf of its member private religious schools and its members the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and the Association of Christian Schools International." AFBO member schools include Biola University, The Master's College, Point Loma Nazarene University and Simpson University. Related offers. (WorldNetDaily)
Post 52 ousted in state semifinals Aug 10, 2007
After playing for one season at Biola University, Pennington said he will try out for the Cochise College and Phoenix College baseball teams. It was fun with a good group of guys, Pennington said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bible School Lawsuit Tells Typical, Sad Swaps Tale Aug 7, 2007
This is what happened to the Bible school -- Biola University of La Mirada, California, founded in 1908 as the Bible Institute of Los Angeles. If the IRS hadn't come in and declared the school's bonds taxable, the school wouldn't have examined the financings it did in 2002 and 2004 at all. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Filmmaker Breaks the Mold Aug 3, 2007
The film, along with high test scores, helped him get into the film, TV and radio program at Biola University, a Christian school in Southern California. To create the film, which he completed July 25, Kevin set up scenes with his clay creations people, sheep, elves and trolls and shot a few frames of film using a small, well-used video camera on a tripod. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Remembering Festival of Arts Artist Aug 1, 2007
But upon graduation from El Monte High School, he took what he considered the more practical route and gave up two art scholarships to attend Biola University and pursue Biblical studies. In 1957, Friesz married Leticia Palmer in Long Beach. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Documentary 'A Mormon President' Uncovers Anti-Mormon Feelings Jul 15, 2007
"Very few people realize that Romney is not the first Mormon to runfor the White House," noted Christing who studied theology at Biola University in Los Angeles. "The first Mormon to run for the Presidency was actually the first Mormon, the prophet, Joseph Smith. Those who want to understand Romney's challenge today, must first understand Joseph Smith.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Dolfo appointed to WBCA Board of Directors Jul 13, 2007
Dolfo came to Western in 1984 after spending two seasons playing at Biola University, and played two years of basketball for the Vikings, earning NAIA All-America honors as a senior, when she averaged 16. 8 points a game, the third-best mark of the last 20 years by a Western player. (Wwuvikings.com)
VCA senior enjoys ‘making a difference' Jun 14, 2007
She said she plans to study nursing at Biola University, a private Christian university in La Mirada. enjoy helping others and making a difference in their lives, she said. (Santa Maria Times)
Graduation: The Class of 2007: Crescent Valley High School Jun 9, 2007
Lauren Elise Wilk State Tennis Tournament (4th place), Biola Art Scholarship, will attend Biola University. Nicole Frances Winn will attend LinnBenton Community College and Oregon State Univesity. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Graduation: The Class of 2007 May 27, 2007
Lindsey Green SCHS Honor Graduate, OSAA Scholar Athlete, Biola University Grant, BU Academic Scholarship tian Worker Dependent Scholarship, Oregon State University Diversity Achievement Award. Luke Harmon National Honor Society, SCHS Honor Graduate, OSAA Scholar Athlete, OSAA Award of Excellence for Exemplary Display of Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity, Pac West Scholar Athlete, SCHS Outstanding Student (Senior Bible, Physics, Weight Training), ACSI Distinguished Student (Leadership,... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: OHS Football Reunion planned May 23, 2007
Jennifer Roman of Oceanside earned a spot on the fall 2006 semester dean's list at Biola University in La Mirada. She received the honor by earning a grade point average of 3. (North County Times)
San Marcos man to lead San Diego County Farm Bureau May 4, 2007
Chuck Badger Jr., who earned a bachelor's degree from Biola University and a master's degree in hsitory fomr the University of Arizona, joined the company full time in the early 1990s ... Chuck Badger Jr., who earned a bachelor's degree from Biola University and a master's degree in hsitory fomr the University of Arizona, joined the company full time in the early 1990s. (North County Times)
CUH Softball Drop Two To Biola University Apr 11, 2007
Honolulu, HI -Chaminade dropped both game of their double header to the Eagles of Biola University at Central Oahu Regional Park ... The Eagles of Biola University came out hitting to start the first game with six hits and five runs in the first inning to go on top of the Silverswords ... With the losses, Chaminade falls to 7-32 on the year, while Biola University moves to 34-14 with the victory. (Goswords.com)
Movement Offers Small Gatherings as Alternative to Impersonal Congregations Apr 9, 2007
But Richard Flory, associate professor of sociology at Biola University in Los Angeles, said these churches have emerged partly because a younger generation feels let down. "They see financial scandals like Enron, sex abuse, all these people they looked up to. There's a loss of innocence about authority. They want to be people and around people who actually live like they claim to believe. I think they want to be held more accountable," he said. (The Ledger)
Kids Are All Right Mar 26, 2007
Three of the band's members attended Biola University, a Christian university in Southern California. That fact has sparked a Cold War Kids backlash - the group has been dismissed as Bush-supporting conservatives in some indie-rock circles, including the influential online publication Pitchfork. (CTNow.com)
First of many Mar 20, 2007
"I don't remember a lot about being at Children's Hospital, but I do kind of remember Josh. I know he was a good friend," Grote, now 22, says during a telephone interview from Southern California, where she is a junior at Biola University ... She wants to do missionary work after she graduates from Biola University. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Raiders get blanked by Cal Baptist Mar 19, 2007
The Raiders (7-2) earned wins over Biola University and The Masters College on Thursday and Friday before falling to the Lancers (9-5) in near 90-degree weather. The No. 1 doubles match was the closest the Raiders came to a win on the day, when Katie Ross and Iuliia Efunia came up short to the Lancers' Dunya Wren and Marcela Montanha, 8-6. (Mail Tribune, OR)
local report Mar 16, 2007
Southern Oregon received strong play from Katie Ross and Iuliia Efunia in the top two singles matches and cruised to a 10-0 victory over Biola University in women's tennis Thursday. Ross swept past Ellen Menhgheier, 6-1, 6-1, while Efunia downed Christy Humphry, 6-1, 6-3. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Sharapova is fine; her look-alikes are, too Mar 11, 2007
She said she is a student at Biola University. Her backhand, she admitted, isn't much. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Continue reading Mar 9, 2007
LA MIRADA - Former Hanford West High standout Morgan Facchini went 2-for-3 Tuesday as Biola University defeated Dominican 13-0 in the first game of an NAIA softball doubleheader on Tuesday. The freshman catcher scored twice in the five-inning contest and also caught a no-hitter. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The New New Bigotry Jan 16, 2007
Theologian and evangelical scholar, professor John Mark Reynolds of Biola University has rebuked Weisberg in detail on January 5, adding that Christians tempted to join in the laughter [at Mormon doctrine] should remember Balaam s ass, Noah s ark, and the water turned to wine. Reynolds continued. (Human Events Online)
Hawks back on home court Jan 5, 2007
Colorado School of Mines defeated Biola University of California 63-46 and then stopped Kansas Wesleyan 62-58. Senior guard Iva Tomova, originally from Bulgaria, led Mines in those two victories. (Durango Herald)
Sports Figure: Sonora soccer team on top of the world Dec 29, 2006
A few already have found college teams, Danielle Garvin at Concordia University in Irvine, Collie at Concordia or Biola University in La Mirada, and Perez at Simpson University in Redding. Opie, Barton and others are mulling their options. (The Union Democrat)
Keeping the faith Dec 26, 2006
At 34, Chang currently is residing at Coto de Caza in Orange County, where his parents have a home, and Yorkey said he has been taking Bible classes at Biola University. He recently returned to Southern California from China, where he had spent six weeks studying the Chinese language. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Women's Swimming and Diving Inks Nine to Letters of Intent Nov 29, 2006
Brunn's sister, Carolyn, currently attends Miami, while her father, Mark, ran cross country at Biola University. "Megan is a very talented multi-sport athlete, and we are really looking forward to working with her," Jennings said. (Muredhawks.com)
Find out how many get into schools Nov 9, 2006
College acceptance rates: How many get in. Sign up to receive our free Daily Briefing e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today)
Next Kids on the Block Sep 22, 2006
Considering what has happened to them in the past year, it's hard to picture that not long ago the Cold War Kids had to steal into campus buildings at their alma mater, Biola University, to practice. Imagine what the odd art student must have thought, to run across four scruffy but intense young men banging away on secondhand instruments and making (considering how they sound now) what had to be a palette-shaking racket. (Los Angeles Times)
Religious-themed urban legends stir discussions Aug 26, 2006
Kevin Lewis, an assistant professor of theology and law at Biola University, a Christian school near Los Angeles, uses urban legends as fodder in classes on legal evidence, apologetics and epistemology. He reminds students that if Christians are to "witness" to others, they must be credible witnesses. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
More of this story Aug 2, 2006
Facchini will play college ball at Biola University, an NAIA school in La Mirada. But first, she'll compete in the ASA Nationals at the Hall of Fame Stadium, where the Jets Gold squad will be one of 64 teams. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Typhoon joins soccer's Premier League Aug 2, 2006
The Typhoon, which represents the competitive branch of Tuolumne County Youth Soccer, tuned up for its Premier season by attending a camp at Biola University in La Mirada and playing a few games against some incredibly tough Southern California teams. One was the Newport Beach Slammers, also know as the "Million Dollar Team" because every one of its players has a full-ride scholarship to a Division I college scholarships that total about a cool million. (The Union Democrat)
Inland School News Briefs Jul 5, 2006
They are: Jamey Allen, University of Arizona Excellence Award; Karthika Balasubramanian, Rancho Bernardo Rotary Club Scholarship, Ford Motor Company's Salute to Education Scholarship; Jennifer Barr, UC Riverside Regent's Scholarship, UC Riverside Alumni Freshman Scholarship; Katherine Benito, Biola University Community Service Scholarship; Becky Bergstrom, Biola University Academic Scholarship, National Charity League Gayle Kennedy Memorial Scholarship; Elyse Brinkmann, Rancho Bernardo High... (North County Times)
Obituaries - 6/28/2006 Jun 28, 2006
She graduated from Biola University in 1936. She enjoyed arts, crafts, crocheting, traveling, gardening and cooking. (North County Times)
District pulls plug on speech Jun 17, 2006
" McComb, who will study journalism at Biola University, a private Christian school in La Mirada, Calif., doesn't believe she was preaching. She said although some people might not like the message of her speech, it was just that, her speech. "People aren't stupid and they know we have freedom of speech and the district wasn't advocating my ideas," McComb said. "Those are my opinions. "It's what I believe.". (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
99.5 KKLA-FM's Frank Pastore Shares His Personal Story June 19 on ``Focus on the Family'' Jun 13, 2006
In 1994, Frank graduated summa cum laude from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University with a master's degree in philosophy of religion and ethics. In 2003, he completed his second master's degree in political philosophy and American government at Claremont Graduate School. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ugly night for Angels' affiliates May 24, 2006
More than half of the 17 runs the Biola University alum has allowed this season have come over the last two innings of work as opponents have moved his average against this month to. 368. (Anaheim, TheInsiders.com)
Debate topic: Science or faith? May 20, 2006
Two leading experts Michael Ruse, a professor of science history and philosophy at Florida State University, and Cornelius Hunter, a biophysicist and adjunct professor at Biola University in La Mirada, Calif ... SPEAKERS: Michael Ruse, professor of science history and philosophy at Florida State University, and Cornelius Hunter, biophysicist and adjunct professor at Biola University. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
The Da Vinci Decoy May 15, 2006
I think that was actually applied to me, Craig Detweiler, a professor of mass communications at Biola University, an evangelical college near Los Angeles, says. Detweiler has written for the Dialogue site, and has spoken admiringly of Dan Brown s book publicly posing the question How can forty million readers be wrong. (New Yorker)
VCA's Hertzog soars to Hawks May 12, 2006
Lara Hertzog had been wanting to play for Biola University since at least the beginning of her senior basketball season. She went so far as to visit the campus. (Santa Maria Times)
SUNDAYBEST-FAITH May 4, 2006
"There's a growing number of people under 40 who have never owned a suit or tie, so the thought of buying one just to go to church is utterly foreign to them," said Craig Detwiler, a professor of mass communications at Biola University in La Mirada, Calif. and author of the book, "A Matrix of Meanings: Finding God in Pop Culture.". (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Prep softball: Moving on up — four Huskies set course for college Apr 29, 2006
Facchini is headed for La Mirada, and Biola University. Yet best friends Castellon and Wilcox will stay together, attending Dominican University of California, which is located in San Rafael, near San Francisco. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Greg Laurie to Speak at 99.5 KKLA-FM's 8th Annual Pastor Appreciation Breakfast & Evening Listener Event, May 18, at Crowne Plaza Resort Anaheim Apr 12, 2006
He holds two honorary doctorates from Biola University and Azusa Pacific University and serves on the board of directors of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan's Purse. He is the author of several books, including the Gold Medallion Award winner, "The Upside-Down Church," as well as "Every Day with Jesus" and "Wrestling with God." His most recent book is entitled "Losers and Winners, Saints and Sinners." He was a contributing author of study notes for the New Believer's Bible... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
UAA's Burgess finds unlikely home in Alaska Mar 5, 2006
Rinner was a former assistant coach at Biola University in Los Angeles when Burgess was at Vanguard, and he remembered watching him play. Rinner got his number through a friend of a friend and wanted to know if Burgess was interested in going back to school at UAA.. (Anchorage Daily News)
The Oscar Goes to Social Issues... Mar 5, 2006
"You can't tell whether a film like 'Brokeback Mountain' or 'Transamerica' is changing minds today. You'll see the results in five or 10 years," said Craig Detweiler, chair of the mass communication department at Biola University, a Christian college outside Los Angeles, and a screenwriter. "Art works on you in subtle and subterranean ways.". (The Drudge Report)
Televangelist Passes Torch to Son Feb 25, 2006
"The truth is I think a lot of people are questioning whether or not this is going to work," said Gary McIntosh, a professor at the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in La Mirada. "He seems a little bit stiffer in front of the camera. He may grow into it, but that's the question.". (PhillyBurbs.com)
CD's Phuture Phillie Phenoms...No Cut Corners Jan 30, 2006
One final name to keep on the hot corner radar screen is Samuel Orr, a power-hitting lefty from Biola University. Signed in 2005 after an All-American collegiate career, Orr has largely been disappointing in his two professional seasons with the Phils. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Holmquist Cherishes the Ride to Milestone Jan 30, 2006
Memories that stretch across a quarter-century of coaching at Biola University, a Christian school tucked away in the suburbs southeast of Los Angeles. Memories that suit a man who, beyond Xs and O's, possesses a handful of master's degrees in subjects ranging from history to philosophy to theology. (Los Angeles Times)
Prospect Analysis: Sam Orr Jan 26, 2006
A groin injury caused a slump in his junior season at Biola University and hurt his draft chances. The Phillies figured that they made a steal when they got Orr, but he's yet to show what the Phillies were expecting to see. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Lovedrug Kicks Off National Tour With Mae Jan 16, 2006
Lovedrug US Dates: Feb. 11th UCSD Price Center Plaza La Jolla, CA 12th Biola University Gym La Miranda, CA 14th Chain Reaction Anaheim, CA 17th Jillian's Las Vegas, NV 18th Electric Theatre St. George, UT 19th The Fox Theatre Boulder, CO 22nd The Blue Note Columbia, MO 23rd MSU Union Ballroom East Lansing, MI 24th Wheaton College -- Coray Gym Wheaton, IL 25th Hope College -- Dimnent Holland, MI 26th Exit/In Nashville, TN 27th The Madhatter Covington, KY 28th Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Mar.... (PR Newswire)
