As one chapter in the history of the Torrey Honors Institute closes and another opens, some of the minds responsible for its birth reflect on the development of the program. Join Dr. John Mark Reynolds, Dr. Paul Spears, and Dr. Fred Sanders as they discuss the origins and future of the Torrey Honors Institute. Click… [Continue Reading]
Kindle vs. "Real" Books: The Future of Education
April 8, 2011 By
What do new technology advances mean for education? How much can the Kindle and e-books replace? Are the brick-and-mortar campuses doomed? Tune in once again to hear Dr. John Mark Reynolds and Dr. Fred Sanders, professors at the Torrey Honors Institute, as they delve into this topic. You may be surprised to hear what they… [Continue Reading]
The End of the World: Why Christians are Culturally Defensive
April 17, 2009 By
“If your child wants bread, give them bread and not stone.” Why is most of the Christian subculture perceived as ‘cheesy,’ derivative, and defensive? Why are few Christians, especially youth, convinced of Christianity’s meaningfulness, cultural force, and complexity? Join John Mark Reynolds from the Torrey Honors Institute, Rebecca Fort of Wheatstone Academy, and Keith Buhler,… [Continue Reading]
Tweets and Possibility Junkies: The Online "Conversation"
April 12, 2009 By
Since human communication is only 15% verbal, what are the benefits and deficiencies of online communication? Is it a conversation? Or merely information distribution? Does it promote discussion and deep thinking or is it just “aphoristic” and “attention-getting?” Join John Mark Reynolds and Paul Spears of the Torrey Honors Institute as they discuss the nature… [Continue Reading]
Why Are They Leaving?
February 6, 2009 By
Over 50% of Christian students graduate college outside of the faith. Join John Mark Reynolds as he, Rebecca Fort (Executive Director of Wheatstone Academy) and Alishia Fry (Wheatstone Academy alumni and student at Torrey Honors Institute) discuss this phenomenon, its causes, and the ways Wheatstone Academy equips students to live for, and remain in, the… [Continue Reading]
Torrey In Two Houses
October 29, 2008 By
The Torrey Honors Institute is splitting into two houses: Morgan House and Johnson House. John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears, and Fred Sanders (Professors all) discuss why the split was necessary, what it means for current students, and its impact on the future of Torrey. Click here to listen to this edition of Middlebrow.
General Education: Pursuing Truth and Understanding at the University
February 4, 2008 By
America’s leading universities have lost their way. They no longer educate children to be good, follow truth, or acquire knowledge; this is a significant problem. It is important for students applying to college or parents looking to make a significant four to five year educational investment in the life of their child to understand this… [Continue Reading]
On Education
December 10, 2007 By
What is the value of a liberal arts education? For many, college is seen as a step on the path to a career. Nonetheless, many students desire more from their education than merely a trip through the gauntlet of general education on the course of career training. This desire can lead them to pursue knowledge… [Continue Reading]
What Makes A ‘Great’ Book Great?
November 26, 2007 By
Homer but not Harry Potter. Plato but not the Epic of Gilgamesh. Each year, students of the Torrey Honors Institute at Biola University read and intellectually engage dozens of ‘great books’ as a part of their general education. While not every book that has ever been penned is great, some are so great that they… [Continue Reading]
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Goes to Columbia
October 2, 2007 By
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s recent visit to Columbia University has sparked both reactions of appreciation and disgust from pundits across the media. While many have debated the political cost of his visit, questions about whether or not it was meritorious for Columbia to invite Ahmadinejad for educational reasons have been largely unaddressed. Was it good that Columbia… [Continue Reading]
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