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The Student News Site of Biola University

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Bardwell Hall remodel will provide a new environment for art students

The old science building, Bardwell Hall, is going through the remodeling process as it lands a new purpose as the main building for Biola's Department of Art.
The art department will move into its newly renovated home in Fall 2020.
Lacey Patrick, Editor-in-Chief October 31, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, 2019). Bardwell Hall was once full of chemistry labs, microscopes and cadavers, up until the sciences moved to the Alton and Lydia Lim Center for Science, Technology and Health in 2018. As of Oct. 21, renovations on the 60-year-old building...

Office of Financial Aid covers misplaced SGA scholarship funds

SGA's Vice president of finance, human resources and technology Thomas Burgess had to figure out what happened to SGA's missing scholarship funds.
SGA can now work with their full contingency.
Maria Weyne, News Editor October 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, as “SGA’s budget undergoes cuts due to internal miscommunication.” This story was updated at 3:10 p.m. with new information. As senators prepared to begin voting during last week’s senate meeting, vice president of finance, human resources...

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...

Baseball hires third head coach in three years

New manager Jeff Calhoon exchanges smiles with one of his Eagles.
Jeff Calhoon brings a culture centered on blue-collar work ethic and high standards.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor October 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). Biola baseball is no stranger to a revolving coaching staff. The Eagles are adjusting to yet another head coach, Jeff Calhoon, their third coach in three seasons. Calhoon played D-I baseball at Niagara University and coached for the...

Men’s basketball heightens hopes for upcoming season

Sophomore guard Alex Wright looks to advance the ball into the paint.
The Eagles recruited seven new athletes, three of which reach 6’9” and above to the 2019-20 lineup.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). Men’s basketball ended the 2018-19 season in a three-way tie for fifth place in the PacWest Conference, right behind rivals Azusa Pacific University. Unsatisfied with the results, the boys are aiming at to push through the middle of...

“Parasite” invites audiences into laughter and horror

While Bong's international satirical-thriller presents comedic elements, it also takes audiences through a dark journey of difficult socioeconomic differences.
The Korean comedy-thriller is a metaphoric masterpiece that displays a universal dystopia.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 18, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). As the exposure between the poor and the rich remains a common theme in modern films, “Parasite” brings a distinct perspective of the commonly viewed “evil” high-class through a comedic, yet thrilling story of the problematic...

Affirmative action discriminates against minorities in colleges

Asian Americans protest implementing affirmative action processes at Harvard University, as unfair standards discriminate against minorities.
Harvard cannot racially discriminate to end racial disparity.
Marc DeJager, Staff Writer (Fall 2019) October 18, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). One year ago, Harvard University was sued. Students for Fair Admissions, a group representing Asian American college hopefuls, brought the suit in response to discrimination on the part of Harvard against Americans of Asian descent.  According...

Affirmative action encourages diversity in colleges

Protesters fight for affirmative action by demanding equality in employment and admissions "by any means."
Race-conscious admissions allow universities to consider underrepresented minority groups and inform an education that is influenced by diverse perspectives.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor October 18, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). From bribery to unfair admission, the fairness of acceptance and merit of students in the admissions process of universities seems to continuously be under investigation. Most recently, the Student for Fair Admissions—a nonprofit organization...

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...

Alumni showcase musical talents at Torrey Conference

Alumna Arielle Howell and Talbot student Ray Quiñones collaborate to present raw, meaningful folk tracks heavily inspired by nature's beauty.
During last week’s Torrey Conference, former students returned to campus to serenade students in between sessions.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 17, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). Last Wednesday, acoustic reverb and warm vocals flooded the Fireplace Pavilion. While Biolans waited in lines for Torrey sessions and participated in other conference festivities, former students returned to the Eddy stage to showcase...

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...

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...