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Men’s water polo competes in last home game of the season

Men’s water polo competes in last home game of the season
The Eagles fall to Concordia University Irvine, 11-4.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 27, 2021

On Wednesday afternoon men’s water polo returned home to compete against the Concordia University Irvine Golden Eagles. The Eagles added to their losing streak, as they could not prove to be the better eagles. CUI defeated Biola 11-4 in their last home game of the season. BATTLE OF THE EAGLES Freshman...

Biola announces early admission giveaway

Biola announces early admission giveaway
The university will be handing out three Disneyland passes and one free four-year tuition scholarship to one student who applies early to Biola.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 27, 2021

On Oct. 25, Biola Admissions announced they will be giving away “The Ultimate Biola Experience” for early applicants who apply before Dec. 1. As an incentive, Biola will be selecting one individual for free four-year tuition. The three runner-ups will receive Disneyland Believe Key passes—one for...

Do not miss these fall student concerts

Do not miss these fall student concerts
Here is how, when and where to see student performances this semester.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor October 26, 2021

Due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases earlier in the semester, many of the Conservatory’s concerts were canceled in accordance with new guidelines. Due to a much lower case count, Biola lifted restrictions, meaning that music and theatre students can return to performing again. Here is when and where...

Politics Rundown: Private citizens apply to sponsor Afghan refugees

Politics Rundown: Private citizens apply to sponsor Afghan refugees
Biden lays out plan to link refugee families with communities.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2021

The Biden administration unveiled the new Sponsor Circle Program designed to train Americans who apply to sponsor Afghan refugees. Under this plan, the State Department certifies groups of at least five adults after they successfully pass knowledge and background checks, present a refugee welcome plan...

Volleyball defeats Chaminade in all three sets

Volleyball defeats Chaminade in all three sets
Biola increases its winning streak to three.
Stephanie Guevara, Freelance Writer October 26, 2021

Biola defeated Chaminade University of Honolulu in a three-set sweep (25-20; 27-25; 25-13) on Monday, Oct. 25 at Chase Gymnasium, increasing their winning streak to three games. The Eagles battled with Chaminade throughout the game, but in the third set, Biola completely dominated, ending with a score...

Christians should save their money this Halloween

Christians should save their money this Halloween
Spending money on Halloween fuels an industry that is the antithesis of Christianity.
Caleb Britt, Staff Writer October 25, 2021

The National Retail Federation estimated that the average person spends about $100 on Halloween for costumes, candy, cards and decorations. There are many other unforeseen costs associated with Halloween that can make it one of the more expensive “holidays” of the year. On Halloween, people are...

Student perspectives on extra semesters

Student perspectives on extra semesters
Universities consider extending timeline for student success.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer October 25, 2021

According to a report from the National Center for Education Statistics, 62% of students take longer than four years to graduate. The Biden administration outlined reasons for low graduation rates including overall income, difficult transferable courses and family planning. GRADUATING FROM BIOLA Though...

Men’s water polo competes in the Julian Fraser Memorial Tournament

Men’s water polo competes in the Julian Fraser Memorial Tournament
The Eagles remain defeated as they start to wrap up their very first season.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 25, 2021

On Oct. 23-24 men’s water polo headed to San Jose, California to compete in the Julian Fraser Memorial Tournament. Biola competed against Iona College, Princeton University and San Jose State University. The Eagles fell in all three matches, despite the loss they scored double digits for the fourth...

Volleyball starts a win streak

Volleyball starts a win streak
The Eagles dominate on the court against Fresno Pacific, 3-1.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 24, 2021

On Friday night the Eagles competed against Fresno Pacific University. Biola totaled 65 kills and 122 digs, reigning victorious over the Sunbirds, 3-1. The Eagles won the first set and FPU took the second set. Biola came back winning sets three and four.  Leading the Eagles was redshirt freshman...

Men and women’s cross country finish off the regular season

Men and women’s cross country finish off the regular season
The Eagles finished fifth at the Fullerton Invitational.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2021

On Oct 22, men and women’s cross country finished strong at the Fullerton Invitational in Fullerton, California. The women’s squad earned a fifth place finish but the men did not have enough runners to place as a team.  TOP 5 FINISH The Eagles were led by redshirt sophomore Caroline Stetina who...

Biola film “Incalculable Unknowns” showcases the importance of sisterhood

The cast and crew of "Incalculable Unknowns" gather for a post-production picture.
Biola’s Motion Picture Production class will release two separate films this semester.
Kate Bomar, Photographer October 23, 2021

For the first time, Biola’s Motion Picture Production class will release two films in one semester. This year's group of students have come together to bring their imaginative world to life in the first film, “Incalculable Unknowns.” Director Annabel White and producer Sarah Umhau could not be...

Men’s water polo continue on a lose streak

Men’s water polo continue on a lose streak
The Eagles suffer their 15th loss of the season against No. 8 UC Davis, 22-3.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 22, 2021

On Friday evening, men’s water polo headed north to face off against the No. 8 University of California, Davis Aggies. The Eagles suffered another devastating loss in the pool, as the Aggies won, 22-3. Freshman goalkeeper Mitchell Carpenter continues to add to his college athletic accomplishments,...