As the 25th anniversary of the Student Congress of Racial Reconciliation approaches, junior journalism major Lailah Walker remarks that this year's "Heritage" theme celebrates people from all backgrounds. HERITAGE Growing up, Walker did not see people in the mainstream media that represented her Black...

As senators joined for their bi-weekly Thursday meeting, the team discussed the initiatives to inform students about COVID-19 safety measures.  KEEPING THE NEST SAFE  As Biolans return to campus, the Student Government Association was reminded of the content fatigue they may be facing. With COVID-19...

The impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began Feb. 10 with 16 hours allotted to each side to present their arguments over the course of two days. A two-thirds majority is required to convict Trump in the 100-seat Senate.  As the trial takes place, President Joe Biden says he will not...

“Beautiful” is the word senior psychology major Debra Mlambo used to describe Black History Month. She explained that even with the conflict and tension surrounding the Black community, the month is still filled with peace.  FROM HER ROOTS Mlambo was born in Zimbabwe, where she lived until she...

After the holiday season surge in cases, declines were seen throughout California, leading Gov. Gavin Newsom to lift California’s stay at home order on Jan. 26. Despite the downward trend, Los Angeles County health officials advised residents to be careful with both the Super Bowl LV and Valentine’s...

As Black History Month begins, students at Biola share their experiences and heritage with the community around them. One way students are able to do this is through Student Enrichment and Intercultural Development Affinity Groups. Senior communication sciences and disorders major Kiarra Edwards works...

Last fall, President Barry Corey and a number of other universities sent a letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, pressing them to allow schools to reopen in phases. The request was never fully passed, leaving each of those seven schools to decide whether or not reopening was the safest...

The Division of Diversity and Inclusion hosted Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2021 to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and work via Zoom sessions. This year’s theme, “Why We Can’t Wait,” is based on King’s book and Hebrews 10:23-25.  AUDIENCE In prior years, students, staff, faculty...

On Jan. 29, President Barry Corey addressed the Phase 3 repopulation strategy in an email following the announcement of a COVID-19 outbreak on campus. Students in this phase are expected to return in March.   PHASED MOVE IN  According to the email, government restrictions currently prevent in-person...

The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc across the U.S., causing both a public health crisis and economic hardship for many Americans. In the midst of turmoil, its leaders have provided action plans to move forward in the months to come. UPDATE ON DATA Currently, the United States is averaging 151,038...

On Jan. 29, students received an email from Director of Student Health Sarah Templeton informing them Biola has had at least three or more positive cases of COVID-19. Per county guidelines, a cluster of three or more cases that have an epidemiological link implies an outbreak.  Biola immediately...

On Dec. 10, President Barry Corey announced that students would finally begin moving back onto campus in an email. Corey listed three phases in which students would be able to move into on-campus housing. PHASED RETURN Phase one allows NCAA athletes and pre-approved students to move back onto campus...