The Alisa Childers Podcast #345 Exposing Biola’s Drift: What Parents Need to Know, with Dr. Krista Bontrager
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Nov 24, 2025 Dr. Krista Bontrager, founder of Theology Mom and co-founder of the Center for Biblical Unity, discusses her alarming findings about Biola University. She reveals how personal experiences led her to investigate ideological shifts within the institution. Krista shares insights on the clash between Biola's strong doctrinal statements and actual practices, the introduction of DEI initiatives, and troubling student stories of deconstruction. Parents are urged to be informed and proactive in vetting colleges, highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in Christian education.
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Personal Catalyst For Investigation
- Krista discovered her daughter's faith was shaken after attending Biola and began researching institutional causes.
- She held 15–20 private meetings with faculty, deans, and parents before going public to expose systemic issues.
Statement Alone Won't Prevent Drift
- A strong statement of faith alone doesn't prevent mission drift without aligned policies and practices.
- Krista argues Biola's foundation stayed but its policies and culture diverged from that foundation.
DEI As Institutional Transformation
- Krista traces Biola's DEI push from 2009 toward a structural transformation embedding DEI across curricula.
- She describes DEI as the practical application of contemporary critical social theories within the university.
