Say “Bonjour” to a cute bagel cafe located just down the road
The friendly bakery at 15010 La Mirada Blvd. next door to L.A. Fitness, already has an established relationship with Biola. For years they have been providing bagels to the cafeteria and, more recently, to Common Grounds, The Talon and Eagle’s Nest.
Dorm of the week: Alpha Chi
You might identify Alpha Chi – located between Sigma Chi and Horton Hall, across from Emerson Hall – by its flurry of activity and high-pitched girlish squeals, but this lively dorm has its benefits. Built in 1966, Alpha Chi is a female-only dorm that is home to many underclassmen as well as upperclassmen.
Chocolate: A not-so-sinful treat
The ways that we convince ourselves to avoid eating one of the food items we crave the most – chocolate – are endless. However, a lot of the stories we hear about chocolate have been proven wrong by recent studies. Want to get a real taste of the true facts about chocolate? Check out these myths and what health experts have to say about them.
Four ways to earn a little extra money
While the most obvious (and common) way to make money is to find a job, there are other ways for college students to earn a little spending money. Here’s some advice from other college students and college websites on how to make some extra money … without having access to a car or even leaving campus.
Dorm of the Week: Li and Welch apartments
Positioned next to Thompson Hall are the Li and Welch apartments. Although these apartments are similar in many ways, there are a few differences. If you are going to be a junior or senior next year but don’t want to live off-campus, Li or Welch might be the perfect option for you.
Easy-to-follow recipes for flavorful fall snacks
Whether you have tried these recipes before or are starting from scratch, [recipes.kaboose.com][1] provides quick and easy “comfort food” recipes for popular seasonal snacks. As the summer days fade and cooler nights hit, these fall snacks will keep you going as you complete assignments, read and relax.
How to register to vote absentee
The details entailed in the voting process already pose challenges for some. But for out-of-state students who, according to Collegeboard, comprise about 28 percent of the undergraduate student population, voting poses additional hurdles.
Art Gallery features local artists
The Art Gallery is one of Biola’s hidden gems, like the olive grove – before they added the bridge, anyway – the Sutherland coffee cart and the courtyard of Hart Hall, it is too easily overlooked and overdue for a visit. Both of the gallery’s two new featured artists are California locals whose work plays with ideas and images from nature.
Red Mango: a “real” frozen yogurt treat
The first thing you’ll notice about Fullerton’s Red Mango frozen yogurt store – or any Red Mango store for that matter – is the distinct color scheme.
The frozen yogurt chain takes the red in its name seriously with the vibrant hue extending from chairs with “o” shaped backs to red lamps hanging delicately from the ceiling.
College students and sleep deprivation
Sometimes we can only laugh when our parents tell us to “have a good night’s sleep.” “Sleep,” we think, “what’s that? I’m a college student!”
Making friends: Breaking the Biola bubble
It’s never too late to make a new friend. You might be surprised; that girl down the hall might be a future interview subject, and that guy in your basketball class just might be your calculus cram buddy. Iamnext.com, which discusses a variety of issues pertaining to college students, provides a fun and easy list of tips on how to break down barriers and make new friends.
On Thursday, Feb. 13, Biola’s first Afro Roots event sprang to life in the parking lot behind Fluor Fountain. From 7–9 p.m., the event featured...