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SGA Rundown: Senators hear from The Dwelling and fund scholarships for students

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A campus group speaks with senators about engaging with students of sexual minorities, and a scholarship proposal passes.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor January 31, 2019

In the third senate meeting of the semester, the Student Government Association heard from leaders of The Dwelling, including Talbot School of Theology graduate student Jacob Keeth, about the importance of being leaders and friends to students who identify as sexual minorities through engaging in conversation...

‘You are still wanted’

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A student shares about how she covered her college bills through GoFundMe during a strenuous time.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor January 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019.  As many students struggle with the financial aspect of enrollment, some have turned to a new way to pay for school—GoFundMe. Senior interdisciplinary studies major Rachel Surgalski and her partner, junior cinema and media arts major...

Teachers strike back

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Teachers and students return to their classrooms after a strike that lasted six school days.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager January 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019. Teachers from the Los Angeles Unified School District secured an agreement on Jan. 22 which promises a six percent salary increase, among other provisions, in what was the first major teacher walkout to occur in the area in the last 30 years,...

$2.5 million donation funds science school’s first endowed chair

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The School of Science, Technology and Health shows growth with generous endowment.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager January 30, 2019

In a major victory for Biola’s STEM programs, the School of Science, Technology and Health has been granted its first fully endowed chair thanks to a $2.5 million private donation. Following the completion of the Alton and Lydia Lim Center for Science, Technology and Health, the school has gained...

Crime Log — Jan. 22 – Jan. 28

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This week’s Crime Log features a couple of unusual entries, including grand theft and obscene or threatening phone calls.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2019

Obscene or Threatening Telephone Calls — On-Campus Reported Jan. 23, 1:18 a.m., occurred Jan. 22, 4 p.m. A student reported receiving unsolicited texts with obscene content. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation, but a report has not been made to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. Petty...

Caf extends dining hours

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The coffee cart's closure helped Bon Appetit grant student requests for later Caf closing times.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor January 28, 2019

In a win for late night snackers and chronic pro-caf-tinators, the Caf has extended its dining hours by a half-hour each night. The Caf now closes at 8 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, and at 7:30 p.m. on Friday through Sunday. STUDENT REQUESTS ARE HEARD Bon Appétit’s general manager Steve Rall...

SGA president adds new positions to executive team

Vice President of Diversity Mindy Kim talks during a Student Government Association meeting in Fall 2018.
McCoy implements large-scale changes to Biola’s student government.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) January 25, 2019

Before Student Government Association president Sierra McCoy leaves office at the end of this semester, she intends to leave a lasting impact on how SGA operates, which includes creating new positions for what she says will produce greater efficiency. Currently, there are five vice president positions...

SGA Rundown: SCORR, scholarships and sharing come to the Senate

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Senators ramp up involvement in BiolaShares and register to attend Biola’s annual racial reconciliation conference.
Amanda Frese and Austin Green January 24, 2019

In their second meeting of 2019, the Student Government Association senate heard a proposal for scholarships offered by SGA, information regarding the upcoming Student Congress on Racial Reconciliation conference and details about this semester’s meal donations through BiolaShares. Vice President...

Alumna shares her ‘Dreamer’ story

Alumna shares her ‘Dreamer’ story
The sociology department hosted an event showcasing DACA recipients and young immigrants.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) January 24, 2019

On Wednesday, the sociology department joined with Voices of Christian Dreamers, an advocacy group for undocumented immigrants, to bring the stories of “Dreamers,” or undocumented immigrants that came to the United States as children, to Biola. The audience heard from a variety of speakers including...

The URB-E scoots on campus

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A student's purchase of the new vehicle generated interesting reactions and a dive into the Risk Management rulebook.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor January 23, 2019

With limited approved options for transportation on Biola’s campus, the URB-E has caught some attention for its unique hybrid of scooter and bike powered by an electric battery. THE URB-E TREND Senior philosophy major Melissa Sugeng brought the URB-E to campus in May of 2017, sharing in a trend that...

Crime Log ― Jan. 15 – Jan. 22

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A hit and run at the gatehouse, petty theft and trespassing make up this week’s crime log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager January 22, 2019

Hit and Run: Property Damage ― Gatehouse #1 Reported Jan. 16, 8:40 p.m. A gate attendant saw a vehicle crash through the gate arm and make a U-turn off campus during last Wednesday’s power outage. The incident was not reported to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. Burglary/Vehicle ―...

Chapel speaker encourages Biola to learn from MLK’s dream

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The first Biola Hour of the spring 2019 semester challenges Biola to develop multi-ethnic bonds.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor January 18, 2019

In preparation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Biola Hour hosted Fellowship Monrovia lead pastor Albert Tate on Friday to discuss King’s impact and the importance of multi-ethnicity in the church. THE DREAM Tate answered questions from Biola Hour host and assistant dean of chapels and worship...