The dangers of sleep deprivation
Most people, especially students, regularly operate in a state of sleep deprivation. Sleep is usually the first thing to be sacrificed in the context of daily life. Who has time to sleep when there are things to be done? The amount of sleep a person needs is based on the individual. Depending on age, lifestyle, sleep homeostasis and circadian rhythms, everyone requires different amounts.
Women’s volleyball continues to prevail over rival teams
It was a busy week for Biola volleyball, as they kicked off their regular season against three GSAC opponents. After a dominating preseason against non-conference competition, the Eagles battled Vanguard, rival Westmont, and San Diego Christian. Biola started the week with a ten-game win streak, the product of two preseason tournaments and matches against NCAA Division II opponents, and hoped to carry over their strong play into their first real test of the season, played last Thursday against 13th ranked Vanguard University.
Getting to know your transfer athletes
Josh Miller is a transfer student from Chino Hills, Calif. He has transferred from the University of San Diego where he played basketball. Kennedy Chongo is a transfer student from Lusaka, Zambia. He transferred from Trinity International University and is now on Biola’s men’s soccer team.
Biola alum Solomon Mercado tears up the Filipino courts
The 2007 Biola graduate who once dominated Biola’s Chase Gymnasium was drafted into the Philippine Basketball Association as the fifth overall pick during the annual draft held on Aug. 31, 2008 at Market! Market! in Taguig, Philippines. Originally nabbed by the Philippine Alaska Aces (formerly known as Welcoat), Mercado explained the predetermined trade that sent him almost immediately to his new team, Rain or Shine, allowing him to play alongside top rookie pick, Gabe Norwood.
The importance of eating protein
We have heard it said that proteins are the building blocks of our bodies. This is the truth. In fact, every cell in the human body contains protein. It is found in our tissues, organs and even in our blood stream. Hundreds of the body’s proteins can be broken down into basic units that are known as the 22 amino acids.
Sports programs expand as new year begins
Biola University is growing at a rapid pace; this incoming class of students is the largest in the school’s history. Among them are over 100 new athletes who have joined the Biola athletic arena. Biola has expanded its athletic department to 17 varsity sports and nearly 250 athletes - that doesn't even include the club sports.
Freshmen athletes give insight into their personal lives
With each new sports season comes new student athletes. Since getting to know a bit about each athlete makes watching a game that much more fun, I decided to interview two new freshmen athletes, Marco Ruvalcaba of men’s soccer and Kim Russell of women’s volleyball.
Women’s volleyball starts season in fourth place nationally
The Biola women’s volleyball team kicks off its 2008 campaign ranked fourth after making it to the semifinals of last year’s national championship. They look to build on that effort in the hyper-competitive GSAC after returning all of their starters, while coach Aaron Seltzer has also brought in five freshman recruits.
