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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...

PAK7 presentation urges film students to reach Pakistan through media

Andrew Hart, CEO of PAK7 speaks to the Biola community about his company's opportunity.
The ministry uses stories to share God's love in Pakistan.
Jodie Stock October 14, 2019

PAK7 challenged traditional views of media ministry at a Cinema and Media Arts presentation on Monday night. Founded in 2018, PAK7 is an emerging television ministry that seeks to empower the marginalized church in Pakistan through producing quality TV shows, movies and video workshops.  WHY PAKISTAN? Founding...

Mental health awareness week brings holistic approach to well-being

Students participate in the Wellness Walk by attending the puppy patch at Torrey Conference.
Coinciding with Torrey week, mental health awareness week was dedicated to helping students learn more about healthy best practices.
Maria Weyne, News Editor October 11, 2019

With recent reports of a decline in the student body's mental health, Spiritual Development paired up with Dean of Student Development Lisa Igram and her team to create a week dedicated to holistic wellness.  The week occurred during the same week of Torrey Conference and included activities like...

Torrey Conference day two delves deeper into “Incarnate” theme

The penultimate day of Torrey Conference showed students what it means to live life "Incarnate."

As students trudged through the long lines of Torrey Conference day two, gospel choir director Aja Grant welcomed the tired crowd into enthusiastic worship in the Chase Gymnasium. APPRECIATING DIFFERENT WORSHIP EXPRESSIONS  Grant began the session with a visual and interactive reminder of the diversity...

Torrey Conference 2019: Incarnate

October 10, 2019

  See below for the list of stories, session recaps and media for the 2019 Torrey Conference! This list will be updated periodically throughout the day. Full Articles: Day 1 Recap: Torrey Conference takes off with exploration of “Incarnate”  Day 2 Recap: Torrey Conference day...

Torrey Conference takes off with exploration of “Incarnate”

On the first day of Torrey Conference, students and speakers examined the meaning of "Incarnation," applying this theology to daily life.
Kaylee Galvez, Maria Weyne, and Brittany Ung October 9, 2019

To kick off this year’s Torrey Conference, students gathered in the Chase Gymnasium to explore the theme “Incarnate” as a noun, adjective and verb. Filling the bleachers and gym floor, the Biola community beamed with anticipation for what the first session had in store.  DANCE AND WORSHIP The...

Torrey Conference 2019: Gallery

Marlena Lang, Visual Editor October 9, 2019

For more information on Torrey Conference 2019, click here.

Crime Log ― Oct. 2 – Oct. 8

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This week’s Crime Log features two cases of trespassing and petty theft.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 8, 2019

Petty Theft — Track and Field Reported Oct. 3, occurred Oct. 1, between 8 p.m. and 8:20 p.m. A student initially reported a missing wallet around the track. Later on, the student reported his wallet as stolen. This case is still active. Petty Theft — Facilities Management Reported Oct. 4, 9...

GSPD’s “Meet the Neighbors” event brings students together through cuisine

Students receive a variety of ethnic foods at GSPD's meet the neighbor event.
The weekend event represented global students, their culture and ushered community.
Lacey Patrick, Editor-in-Chief October 7, 2019

Flags, both familiar and international, lined the Cafeteria Banquet Room. Students from every background gathered together in a place filled with a heavenly aroma—an aroma that carried the history of nations and cultures. Students were given the opportunity to bond over diverse cuisine at “Meet the...

Salam outreach builds peace between Christians and local Muslims

The outreach community helps Biola students appreciate and embrace Islamic culture through attending local events and creating relationships with local Muslims.
Student-led group focuses on raising Islamic awareness through educational sessions and community outreach opportunities.
Sophia Silvester, Staff Writer October 5, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). For followers of the world’s two largest religions, student-led outreach club Salam has one goal: peace. Salam, which means peace in Arabic, aims to foster relationships between Christian and Muslim communities. THEIR OUTREACH Salam...