After the resignation of several science teachers, Josiah Biles arrived at Harding to save the day.

Biles pursued teaching right after he graduated college. He brings a strong knowledge of science and a cheerful personality to the students at HCP.

The Marionette sat down with Biles for an interview.

Q:  Where are you from?

JB: I’m from Ada, Oklahoma.

Q: What college did you attend?

JB: I went to East Central University, which is in Ada. I majored in biology and minored in Spanish and chemistry.

Q: Since HCP strives for their students to attend college, would you recommend yours and why?

JB: I would. East Central is a small university and the class sizes are a maximum of 25 people. There’s a really great student teacher faculty interaction. All I can really speak for is the science program and I feel like the science program prepared me as well as any other colleges in the state for a Master’s degree and for whatever I wanted to do with biology.

Q: How do you feel about teaching at HCP?

JB: I’m excited! I’ve never taught before and this is my first time teaching but I couldn’t imagine a better place to start. All the students are bright and eager to learn and the faculty is very encouraging and obviously dedicated.

Q: What are your hobbies outside of school?

JB: I enjoy rock climbing. I go rock climbing at Rocktown. I’m a runner and I really enjoy traveling so when I get the chance, I love to travel.

Q: What are you passionate about?

JB: My passions would be speaking Spanish and making coffee. I was a barista in college so I really enjoy coffee and knowing about coffee and how it’s made. And like I said, travel. I really love travelling for sure.

The Marionette is happy to introduce the new teacher. Welcome to HCP!