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Barry Corey

Barry Corey

Dr. Barry Corey has been serving as the president of Biola University since 2007. Prior to that, he was Vice President/Chief Academic Officer and Academic Dean at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Hamilton, Mass. He holds a Ph.D. from Boston College in curriculum, instruction and administration, and is the author of two books, Love Kindness and Make the Most of It. Dr. Corey and his wife, Paula, have three children.

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Using Kindness to Open Doors in the Culture

As a believer in Jesus Christ, you are called to live a life of kindness in a turbulent culture. Dr. Barry Corey, President of Biola University, discusses what kindness is according to the Bible and what it can look like on a practical level. Barry shares how his dad modeled a life of being receivable to others, and he also talks about the importance of having a firm center (theological convictions) with soft edges (kindness).

January 20, 2025
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Helping Your Young Adult Thrive in College

Dr. Barry Corey, President of Biola University, offers college students practical advice for getting the most out of their higher education experience amidst the challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic. Topics include embracing online classes and distancing restrictions, making friends and avoiding isolation, and finding ways to serve others.

August 10, 2020
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Protecting Religious Freedoms at College

Drs. Barry Corey and Jon Wallace discuss California Senate Bill 1146, which, if passed, would dramatically jeopardize religious freedom at faith-based college campuses. Our guests also discuss other college-related issues restricting religious freedoms.

August 10, 2016
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