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Punk ‘n’ Pie 2019: a passion for Jackson

Gavin Susantio, aka Moonwalker, took first place out of the nine performing teams with his Michael Jackson impression.
Lacey Patrick and Maria Weyne October 25, 2019

Lights illuminated the stage with orange and red hues as students and their families huddled together on Metzger Lawn with blankets and pillows, eager to watch the performances of the annual Punk ‘n’ Pie talent show. Students of many talents entered the contest bright-eyed and hopeful, ready for...

SGA Rundown: Budget cuts and voting

SGA Rundown: Budget cuts and voting
Senators voted on proposals while juggling new financial challenges as their budget was cut by roughly $11,000.
Maria Weyne, News Editor October 24, 2019

This week, Student Government Association Vice President of Finance, Information Technology and Human Resources Thomas Burgess informed the senate that their budget had suffered an unexpected cut. The budget for this year originally sat at $30,000 but has dropped to $16,000 due to a misunderstanding...

Crime Log ― Oct. 16 – Oct. 23

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This week’s Crime Log features one disturbance of the peace.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 23, 2019

Stewart Hall — Disturbing the peace Reported on Oct. 19, 12:54 a.m. A student reported a noise complaint of loud music and yelling between Stewart and Hope Hall. The individuals left prior to Campus Safety’s arrival.

Career Center hosts 70 employers for Career Expo

Students look at a variety of booths for jobs and internships at the 2019 Biola Career Expo.
The Expo is part of Career Month, a series of events aimed at professional development.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 22, 2019

The Career Center transformed the fountain parking lot into a real-life LinkedIn on Tuesday, inviting students to shake hands with the 70 employers at the Career Expo.  Recruiters from organizations like In-N-Out, the Internal Revenue Service and Samaritan’s Purse set up tables in a giant tent...

Fire watch in place for Southern California cities

National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard issues a Fire Weather Watch.
As the dry Santa Ana winds pick up speed, multiple cities throughout Los Angeles County have been placed on a fire watch––including La Mirada.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 21, 2019

The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued a Fire Weather Watch for most of Los Angeles County, which will go into effect late Wednesday through Friday evening. This includes La Mirada, where Biola’s campus is.  A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions...

Information Security promotes cybersecurity amid rising digital threats

Biola's information security creates strategies to fend off digital threats.
In light of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Information Security encourages students and faculty to be responsible with their online presence.
Sophia Silvester, Staff Writer October 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). With cybersecurity threats on the rise, colleges and universities around the country have seen an increase in data breaches. An attack at the university level could result in massive data loss, which corresponds to massive financial...

SGA Rundown: Open proposals, voting and Midnight Madness

SGA Rundown: Open proposals, voting and Midnight Madness
Senators voted on the career center partnership proposal and opened the floor to new proposals.
Maria Weyne, News Editor October 18, 2019

After having a break for Torrey Conference, senators returned to the Student Government Association conference room to vote on the Career Center partnership proposal and to host a time for open proposals. MIDNIGHT MADNESS  With Midnight Madness approaching, Enrollment, Marketing and Communications...

Biola hosts the 2019 Southern California Great Shakeout

Biola hosts the 2019 Southern California Great Shakeout
Federal, state and local officials all came out for the earthquake simulation hosted by Campus Safety.
Micah Kim, Brittany Ung, and Pierce Singgih October 17, 2019

After a loud rumble came out of the speakers of the library, green vested emergency responders rushed down the stairs to the bottom floor. As flashlights were shone into the darkness, injured victims were found screaming and crying for help in the foggy basement of the library. On Thursday, Biola...

SOS and SPA merge to become Campus Engagement Office

Administration hopes to continue the success of both SOS and SPA through the Campus Engagement Office.
The change drastically overhauls SOS, upsetting many former leaders.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 17, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). During the first weekend of October, several Student Orientation Services leaders gathered at The Reef restaurant in Long Beach for the annual SOS end-of-year banquet. The event is an annual tradition to celebrate the end of another year...

Following recent financial audit, student fee remains the same

Following recent financial audit, student fee remains the same
After a two-year-long auditing process, SGA has decided to table the suggested increase in the student fee.
Maria Weyne, News Editor October 17, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). Student fee dollars fund seven on-campus organizations: Student Government Association, Student Missionary Union, Student Programming and Activities, the Student Media Board, Global Student Development & Services, Student Enrichment...

Crime Log ― Oct. 9 — Oct. 15

Crime Log ― Oct. 9 — Oct. 15
This week’s Crime Log includes one case of furnishing alcohol to a minor, two thefts and other petty crimes.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 15, 2019

Lot S — Furnishing alcoholic beverages to a minor Reported on Oct. 9, 12:23 p.m., started an investigation on Oct. 10, 5:13 p.m.  Three students were found drinking on campus near the parking structure Lot S. It was later revealed that one of the students had supplied alcohol to the others who...

La Habra student arrested for bringing gun onto high school campus

(Google Maps)
Just 15 minutes from campus, the high school's lockdown was lifted earlier this morning.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) October 15, 2019

A male La Habra High School student was arrested Monday morning for bringing a firearm onto campus, the Orange County Register reported. The school was placed on lockdown at approximately 9:35 a.m. after someone reported the firearm. The high school is just five miles northeast of campus, a 15-minute...