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Biola University Honor Society to Induct Christina Nghiem for Spring 2026

 

by: Sarah Dougher
Published: May 25, 2026

 

 

LA MIRADA...Biola University selected a total of 42 graduating undergraduate students for membership into the university's honors baccalaureate society, Epsilon Kappa Epsilon (EKE) for the Spring 2026 semester. Christina Nghiem was honored with membership into Biola University's EKE society.

A Art: Concentration Design major, Nghiem from Huntington Beach, CA, was recognized for their induction into EKE at the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 8 and 9 as well as at an induction ceremony on May 6, where they were personally honored by Biola faculty members.

Induction into the honors society is offered exclusively by invitation, with students selected by department faculty. The selection criteria are based upon academic achievement, with students earning a GPA of at least 3.75, Christian character and individual contributions to the university and community. Only the top 5% of the graduating undergraduate class are invited into the honors society.

"Students selected for the Epsilon Kappa Epsilon Honor Society are to be lauded for their distinguished scholastic achievement, faithful service and Christian character," said Dr. Melissa Schubert Johnson, associate provost of undergraduate education. "They exemplify core values of Biola University, which we know will be crucial to their excellence in all that God calls them to. We celebrate each and every honoree."

Founded in 1908, Biola University is committed to the mission of biblically centered education, scholarship and service - equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. With more than 5,000 students at its Southern California campus and around the world, Biola's eight schools offer more than 250 academic programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Recognized as the most comprehensive Christian university, ranked highest in North America for operationalizing its mission and ranked as one of the "Best National Universities" by U.S. News and World Report, Biola offers its students a premier educational and co-curricular experience. For more information, visit biola.edu or call (562) 777-4061.