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Huntington Police deem ‘White Lives Matter’ protest unlawful

Huntington Police deem ‘White Lives Matter’ protest unlawful
Pre-nursing major recalls the dueling protests at Huntington Beach.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief April 16, 2021

On Sunday, April 11, Black Lives Matter and other anti-racism groups gathered in Huntington Beach to peacefully protest against a White Lives Matter protest scheduled for 1 p.m. at the same location. Sophomore pre-nursing major Independence Whitnak, who attended the protest, explained that the presence...

Biola opens up vaccine eligibility for all students

Biola opens up vaccine eligibility for all students
The Health Center allows students 18 and above to receive COVID-19 vaccines on campus.
Bethsabe Camacho and Maria Weyne April 15, 2021

On April 13 the Biola Student Health Center announced all current students would be eligible to make appointments to receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on campus. Appointments began on April 15 for any student above the age of 18.  BIOLA’S EFFORTS  By April 16, the university will have administered...

Sexual Awareness Month: Students continue to support survivors on campus

Sexual Awareness Month: Students continue to support survivors on campus
SGA leaders speak out against sexual misconduct.
Maria Weyne and Natalie Willis April 14, 2021

On March 3, 2021, Sarah Everard was murdered on her way back home from a jog by a police officer in London, England. Everard was found to have been sexually assaulted before her murder.  As the world mourned her death, a study conducted by UN Women UK found that 97% of women aged 18 to 24 have experienced...

Equality Act spurs moral debate

Equality Act spurs moral debate
The new act could end Biola’s government aid if passed.
Esther Cash, Freelancer April 13, 2021

Religious institutions across the country are awaiting the Senate vote on H.R.5 – the Equality Act. Amending the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equality Act defines and includes sex, sexual orientation and gender indentity as categories protected from discrimination or segregation. As a religious university...

COVID-19 update: California experiences decline in vaccine distribution in the wake of possible reopening on June 15

COVID-19 update: California experiences decline in vaccine distribution in the wake of possible reopening on June 15
Due to an error in a Johnson & Johnson batch, public officials are questioning if California can reopen by their projected timeline.
Bethsabe Camacho, Deputy News Editor April 12, 2021

The U.S. will see nearly a 90% drop in Johnson & Johnson vaccine doses nationwide, according to an article by The Washington Post. Due to manufacturing issues, the government has cut down J&J's vaccine allotment to only 700,000 doses this week, showing a concerning decrease from last week's near...

“The Dwelling” struggles amid COVID-19 isolation

“The Dwelling” struggles amid COVID-19 isolation
An inside look at the challenges LGBTQ students are facing during the pandemic.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor April 11, 2021

In March of last year, students, faculty and staff had to readjust to a new way of living outside of campus. Clubs like The Dwelling had to overcome distance in order to provide a safe space for students. The distance, however, poses a unique challenge for students who identify with the LGBTQ community—feeling...

SGA Rundown: In-N-Out truck

The new SGA logo
Senators meet to discuss the last proposal of the year.
Maria Weyne, News Editor April 8, 2021

The Student Government Association met for their biweekly senate meeting on Thursday to discuss the last proposal of the year. Bluff senator Schylar Turpel was responsible for presenting a proposal for SGA to bring an In-N-Out truck to Biola’s campus on April 29.  IN-N-OUT PROPOSAL  Turpel submitted...

Gov. Newsom announces plan to completely reopen California

Gov. Newsom announces plan to completely reopen California
The state hopes to fully reopen based on sufficient vaccine supply for Californians and stable hospitalization rates.
Bethsabe Camacho, Deputy News Editor April 6, 2021

On April 6, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced plans to fully reopen California’s economy on June 15 if the state continues the downward trend in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. MASKS MANDATE TO STAY The plan is to do away with the color-coded tier system that controls closures and openings county...

Politics Rundown: Biden pushes to ease student debt

Politics Rundown: Biden pushes to ease student debt
In light of COVID-19, many financial aid plans are being explored for Americans.
Maria Weyne and Natalie Willis April 5, 2021

As of April 5, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau began pushing to temporarily end home foreclosures until 2022, given the pandemic at hand. President Joe Biden has also begun looking into canceling student debt after pausing loan payments as part of COVID-19 relief, according to USA Today. On...

Biola plans for in-person spring commencement

Biola plans for in-person spring commencement
The commencement ceremony will be held on three separate days to adhere to health and safety protocols.
Bethsabe Camacho, Deputy News Editor April 3, 2021

On April 1, University Events sent an email to graduating seniors informing them that their Spring 2021 Commencement ceremony will be held in person. After the previous semester’s graduation was held via drive thru, the university has found a way to give their students an in-person experience while...

Biola students highlight importance of supporting women

Biola students highlight importance of supporting women
Two Biola students use their platform to explore femininity and share the struggles women go through on a daily basis.
Maria Weyne, News Editor April 1, 2021

Despite women’s history month coming to a close on March 31, junior psychology major Alexandra Artuso and senior cinema and media arts major Bree Mays share the same sentiment toward celebrating minorities beyond their respective months.  MORE THAN JUST A MONTH  “I think it’s really great to...

Women’s History Month: Trusting God’s timing

Women’s History Month: Trusting God’s timing
Associate professor Laureen Mgrdichian discusses running a business and being relentless in the workplace.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief March 31, 2021

Women in the workplace often face obstacles that their male colleagues will likely never encounter, according to associate professor of marketing Laureen Mgrdichian. Raising a family and maintaining a fulfilling career has been challenging for Mgrdichian, but trusting God’s timing has enabled her to...