"Bio/a offers experiences for growth and opens the doors to countless opportunities. In the classroom I have been challenged to think through my beliefs and convictions while gaining a Christian education of the highest quality. Outside the classroom, my beliefs are tested and shaped as I interact with fellow classmates and faculty." - Steve Bryant Christian Bducation Student Student Activities
DEVOTIONAL LIFE The university believes the spiritual life of the individual student in the midst of a program of study to be of utmost importance . Therefore, every student is urged to set aside time , both morning and evening, for personal devotions . In addition to these personal devotional periods, undergraduate students meet daily, Monday through Friday, for a half-hour chapel service with worship and praise as the primary purpose . The chapel programs include speakers chosen from faculty, alumni, students and visiting guests, musical groups, Christian films, drama and other special events. Each fall, soon after classes are in progress, there is a Spiritual Emphasis Week. Once each semester the school observes a planned Day of Prayer and informal prayer groups meet as a regular part of residence hall life . The Torrey Memorial . Bible Conference and the Missionary Conference are high points in the development of the spiritual life of the student. Attendance is required at all of these events. ASSOCIATED STUDENTS The Associated Students is the undergraduate student govern ment of Biola University in which all students registered for seven units or more are members. The Associated Students has as its stated purpose: to develop a community that is seeking the person of God and is committed to glorifying Him in all its thoughts and actions. The representative power of the student membership is vested in the Associated Students Council. The A .S. Council is composed of eleven members who work together as a team to carry on the functions of the government. The Council includes the A.S. president , controller and secretary, Chapel Board chairperson, Student Missionary Union president, Student Services Board chairperson , Social Activities Board chairperson, Athletic Board chairperson, Publications Board chairperson, Spiritual Life Board chairperson, and Student Relations Board chairperson. All of these, with the exception of the secretary, are voting members. Members of the A.S. Council are responsible for facilitating and formalizing dialogue with the administration and faculty of the university. They gather weekly to discuss business , resolve con flicts and initiate programs. All students are welcome to attend and participate in all regular meetings of the council. Council members have their offices located on the upper level of the Student Union Building. Tuition fees paid by graduate students do not include membership in the Associated Students.
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