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California voters pass Prop 50

California voters pass Prop 50
The measure allows state legislators to redraw congressional-districts ahead of regular schedule.
Lucas Brown, News & Politics Editor November 5, 2025

Last night Californians voted to approve Proposition 50, a measure backed by Governor Gavin Newsom to allow for partisan redistricting across the state of California. The win for Californian Democrats arrived alongside a wave of victories across the country for the party, including New York city’s...

Redefining bravery with Daniel Nayeri

Author Daniel Nayeri taught a lecture on bravery in Calvary Chapel on Oct. 21st.
Author Daniel Nayeri teaches students to see bravery as wisdom in action in everything that they do.
Isaac Mancilla, Staff Writer November 3, 2025

On Tuesday evening, Oct. 21, the Torrey Honors College hosted author Daniel Nayeri, who focused his lecture on the core concept of bravery—its meaning, daily application, and his personal journey as an immigrant in the United States.  Nayeri, an Iranian-born immigrant, arrived in the U.S. with...

Honoring a legacy at the Fool’s Errand Symposium

Honoring a legacy at the Fool’s Errand Symposium
The Department of Fine Arts and Communication honors Dan Callis with their recent galleries “Fool’s Errand: Still” and “Fool’s Errand: Wonder”.
Isaac Mancilla, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

On Saturday, Oct. 19, the School of Fine Arts and Communication hosted “Fool’s Errand: Reflections on the Art and Teaching Career of Daniel Callis”. Along with the Center for Christianity, Culture, and the Arts, they came together to celebrate the work Callis has done for Biola and students as...

Not just another indie worship band: Marra redefines the sound of Torrey

Not just another indie worship band: Marra redefines the sound of Torrey
Born out of friendship and a call from God, Marra blends indie-inspired lyricism with heartfelt worship as they invite students into intimacy with God through their music.
Lucas Brown, News & Politics Editor October 10, 2025

Alongside a myriad of guest speakers, breakout sessions, and activities, this year’s Torrey Memorial Bible Conference features music from Marra, a worship band made up of Biola alumni. In line with the conference’s 2025 theme–”Childlike”–Marra hopes to elevate the Torrey conference experience...

Biola University receives $40 million towards advancing tech education

Biola University receives $40 million towards advancing tech education
Biola University received an anonymous $40 million donation that will be dedicated to expanding tech and engineering programs.
Thomas Rahkola, Editor-in-Chief October 8, 2025

Biola University received a $40 million donation made possible by a Silicon Valley executive to advance tech education programs. The funds will go towards building two new engineering garages and laboratories, establishing endowed professorships and student scholarships, equipment, research partnerships...

Tips for Torrey Conference

Tips for Torrey Conference
Students share past experiences of the annual Torrey Conference at Biola.
Ella Flowers, Staff Writer October 8, 2025

Torrey Conference 2025 is quickly approaching campus, with banners hanging across campus and a daily countdown outside of the Student Union Building. It's not difficult to sense the excitement that Biola has for this annual event. However, new students may wonder, what exactly should they expect to gain...

Departments of Sociology and Modern Languages hosts “Living Undocumented” screening and panel discussion

Departments of Sociology and Modern Languages hosts “Living Undocumented” screening and panel discussion
Students and community members were invited to a documentary and a panel discussion on topics regarding faith, immigration, and family.
Isaac Mancilla and Lucas Brown October 7, 2025

On Oct. 2, the Departments of Sociology and Modern Languages held a screening of the first episode of “Living Undocumented,” a Netflix series about families facing the challenges of the American immigration system. The documentary aimed to bring light to the situations of the undocumented, and to...

Between passports and piñatas, Fiesta Latina brings Latin culture to life

Between passports and piñatas, Fiesta Latina brings Latin culture to life
The annual festival was led by students with country-themed booths, a community Loterìa game, and an opportunity to learn bachata.
Isaac Mancilla, Staff Writer September 30, 2025

On Sep. 25, the music of the mariachi band filled the air surrounding Metzger Lawn as students arrived with event books in hand, ready to experience what Fiesta Latina had to offer for this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month. With colorful booths emitting smells of Hispanic cuisine, fun trivia opportunities,...

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk killed, campus grieves

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk killed, campus grieves
Students remember the life and impact of Conservative Christian activist Charlie Kirk, following his death in a tragic incident of political violence.
Lucas Brown, News & Politics Editor September 30, 2025

Charlie Kirk built a career by debating. Whether he was sparring with students on college campuses under a tent with his trademarked “prove me wrong” slogan or rallying young conservatives into a national movement to elect the president, Kirk thrived on political confrontation and the spotlight it...

Planned for removal, the mural still stands

Planned for removal, the mural still stands
After a student petition was presented to the Dean of the School of Fine Arts and Communication, the administration retracted their decision to remove the student mural beside the library, allowing it to remain until the end of the academic year.
Alivia Woolard, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

The Committee of Art in Public Spaces (CAPS) along with the Dean of the School of Fine Arts and Communication (SoFAC), have decided to reverse their decision regarding the student-made mural beside the library. From the start, the piece was intended to be a temporary installation. Now, rather than having...

Biola University commemorates the life and legacy of Chief John “Chief O” Ojeisekhoba

A memorial was held for Chief John "Chief O" Ojeisekhoba on Metzger Lawn on Saturday, September 13th.
Students, faculty, friends, family and esteemed officers of campus safety gathered to remember the profound impact that Chief O had on Biola University.
Kelly Van Duine, Managing Editor September 16, 2025

On Sep. 13th, Biola University’s faculty, staff and students commemorated the life of Biola’s associate vice president and chief of campus safety, John “Chief O” Ojeisekhoba, who passed away at the age of 54 from cardiac arrest on Aug. 31st, 2025.  John Ojeisekhoba’s casket, adorned with...

Nationball 2025: A game for Chief O

Hart Hall poses with their trophy and the Biola Egg.
Dorms join in Nationball to honor one of Biola’s most beloved campus leaders
Connor Do, Staff Writer September 10, 2025

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the Office of Campus Engagement (OCE) hosted Nationball 2025, where students of Biola joined in camaraderie with their respective dorms to face off against one another in a dodgeball tournament.  As each dorm gathered in front of Chase Gym, students donned black wristbands worn...