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Fires continue to rage throughout Los Angeles County

Most of Los Angeles County has been put on an extreme red flag warning through Thursday evening.
The National Weather Service placed LA County on an extreme red flag warning through Thursday evening.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 28, 2019

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme red flag warning for most of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, beginning on 11 p.m. Tuesday through 6 p.m. Thursday. La Mirada, home to Biola’s campus, is one of the cities under the warning. The warning follows hazardous weather conditions brought...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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.

Student Development addresses rising mental health concerns

Biolans reflect on their well-being during Mental Health Awareness Week.
High risk and emotional care cases have increased by 103% since 2011, pastoral care reports.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Hannah Harkness fell in love with Biola as a sophomore in high school. Now a senior English major, she says she felt like God was leading her to come here. After the first day of orientation, she called her mom: “Mom, I can’t stay here,...

Star pitcher drafted to Washington Nationals

Former Eagles left-handed pitcher Troy Stainbrook propels a fireball good enough for a new MLB status.
Troy Stainbrook was drafted by the Nationals over the summer and will play for the team’s minor league affiliate in Spring 2021.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Last spring, left-handed pitcher Troy Stainbrook dominated the mound, catching the eyes of MLB scouts. For the Eagles last season, he struck out 53 batters in 41.1 innings, pitched a 2.18 ERA and only let opposing batters hit .208 against...