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Everything to know about the 63rd Grammy Awards

Everything to know about the 63rd Grammy Awards
Although the 2021 Grammys left multiple singers upset, female artists dominated the award show.
Kate Bomar, Photographer March 16, 2021

Despite the global pandemic starting off in 2020, artists did not shy away from creating music last year, which led the 2021 Grammy Awards to be a competitive, yet illuminating experience.  THE YEAR FOR WOMEN The large awards such as Album of the Year and Record of the Year all went to women.    Taylor...

COVID-19 update: Biola to vaccinate its frontline workers

COVID-19 update: Biola to vaccinate its frontline workers
Moderna begins testing their vaccine on children and counties loosen their restrictions.
Bethsabe Camacho, Deputy News Editor March 16, 2021

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 111 million COVID-19 vaccines have been administered—now making up 21.7% of the total U.S. population. The U.S. is currently administering over 2.7 million shots a day.  The goal according to President Joe Biden is to have enough vaccines...

Women’s soccer defeats Westmont

Sophomore forward #33 Mason Stansberry making the first goal of the game.
The Eagles go into overtime and win against the Warriors, 2-1.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 16, 2021

Biola women’s soccer redeemed themselves in Monday night's game where they defeated the Westmont College Warriors, 2-1. The Eagles used last week's scrimmage against Azusa Pacific University as motivation to work hard and gain another win before the end of their season. There were many opportunities...

No spectators, no problem

No spectators, no problem
Livestreaming is just not enough, so students and parents get creative.
Gigi Fierro March 16, 2021

After a year marked by a pandemic, Biolans are not surprised by restrictions new or old. Since campus reopened for student-athletes in September, and gradually to Phase 2 and 3 students, spectators need permission to be present at outdoor or indoor events. Livestreaming was a quick fix for friends, family...

American St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are disrespectful

American St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are disrespectful
Getting drunk and partying are not the best ways to honor a saint or an entire culture.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor March 15, 2021

With the month of March comes McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes, green Krispy Kreme doughnuts and leprechaun-themed decorations—all in the name of a British man named St. Patrick. As a result, March has also become Irish-American Heritage Month. While the annual, month-long celebration is used to honor...

Senators Taper and Lo run for SGA president and vice president

Senators Taper and Lo run for SGA president and vice president
Candidates Taper and Lo hope to empower students’ presence on campus.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 15, 2021

Sophomore biological sciences major Zoe Taper and sophomore nursing major Lesanra Lo decided to run for Student Government Association president and senior vice president with the goal to make SGA resources more available to the community.  WHY TAPER AND LO? In their time as senators, Taper and Lo...

Track and field set new personal bests

Two members of Biola's track team run the relay.
The Eagles competed in the Battle for LA hosted by Azusa Pacific University on Saturday afternoon.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 14, 2021

The men’s and women’s track and field teams ventured to Azusa, Calif. on Saturday afternoon to compete in the Battle for LA. Overall, the women finished second out of four teams while the men finished last out of three teams. IMPROVING EAGLES Freshman sprinter Chase Williams ran the 100-meter in...

Softball splits for a second time against CUI

Softball splits for a second time against CUI
Biola had a rough first game (0-6) but gained another victory versus Concordia University Irvine, (3-2).
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 14, 2021

Biola softball played their second doubleheader against the Concordia University Irvine Golden Eagles at home in La Mirada, Calif. on Saturday afternoon. The first game was a blowout leaving Biola in the dust, 0-6. The Eagles barely swung by in the second second game, 3-2. Biola was unable to bring...

BREAKING: Car catches fire in Lot K

BREAKING: Car catches fire in Lot K
Campus Safety and the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department investigate a series of explosions that resulted in an on-campus fire.
Natalie Willis, Lacey Patrick, and Emily Coffey March 14, 2021

This article is being updated as soon as new information comes in. On March 14, a car located in Lot K by Horton Hall caught fire. The incident was reported at 6:04 p.m., and Campus Safety has involved the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s department. Authorities are still assessing the situation to...

Men’s basketball grabs first NCAA win with buzzer-beater

Sophomore Alex Wright dribbles the ball.
Veteran Alex Wright pushes 20 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Eagles to a victory.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor March 13, 2021

Last night, the scoreboard at Fresno Pacific University read good news for Biola a majority of the evening, but it was thanks to the last six minutes of an intense neck-to-neck game that the Eagles were able to breathe a collective sigh of relief as the board read 76-74. This win secured the Eagles’...

Biola swim team secure their final victory of the season

Biola swim team secure their final victory of the season
Both men and women defeated Pepperdine University in their final meet of the season, 105-100.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 13, 2021

Biola’s men and women’s swim teams competed against Pepperdine University in Malibu, Calif. on March 13. They competed against the Waves in a 22-event meet for the Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference. Both the men and women were successful and received a combined team score to beat Pepperdine, 105-100. 10...

Biola tennis shuts down Cal Lutheran

Biola tennis shuts down Cal Lutheran
The men and women’s teams each swept California Lutheran University in 7-0 victories.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 13, 2021

The men’s and women’s tennis teams hosted California Lutheran University at the Biola Tennis Center on Saturday. The odds were heavily placed in Biola’s favor, as both teams defeated Cal Lutheran, 7-0. EAGLES ENGAGED The women began the day with perfection in the doubles matches. Freshmen...