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Women’s soccer takes tough loss against Hawaii Hilo

Biola Women's Soccer
Eagles lose final game in Hawaii after allowing two first half goals.
October 17, 2018

Biola concluded their three game stint in Hawaii Tuesday with a PacWest matchup against Hawaii Hilo University. The Eagles allowed two first half goals, and despite their best efforts, could not find the back of the net for the entirety of the match as they lost 2-0 to the Vulcans. Read more at Biola...

Men’s soccer takes blowout after offense explodes for four goals

Photo Illustration by Kyle Kohner
Eagles grab a win in their final match in the islands over Hawaii-Hilo.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor October 16, 2018

Men’s soccer played their last of three matches in Hawaii against the Hawaii Hilo University Vulcans Tuesday. In the shadow of the massive Hawaiian volcanoes, it was the Eagles’ offense that erupted. Biola recorded its highest number of goals in a match this season with a 4-0 win. In the first...

You cannot make a movie by yourself

Actress Emma Watson explains equality and community in the film industry. Courtesy
Although the film industry is highly competitive by nature, students in film should constantly be building each other up.
Rachel Gaugler, Freelance Writer October 15, 2018

After speaking to various people in Biola’s Cinema and Media Arts department, it has come to my attention the great gender gap that plagues each classroom. Considering Biola has a large percentage of females as opposed to males, it is an oddity that the film program is dominated by the Y chromosome....

DeMetropolis leads women’s soccer to overtime victory

Biola Women's Soccer
Eagles push past Chaminade in big overtime win on the road.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor October 14, 2018

Biola women’s soccer traveled to take on Chaminade University of Honolulu Saturday night. The Eagles were looking to improve after a 1-1 tie in the rain against Hawaii Pacific University last Thursday night. Chaminade tied up the game 1-1 at the end of the second half, only for Biola to come up big...

Gabe Plendcio earns new record time in men’s 8k race for the Eagles

Junior Gabe Plendcio earns new school record in the 8k event.
Eagles place high in events with the women finishing fourth in 6k open and men finishing 10th in the 8k invite.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor October 13, 2018

Men’s and women’s cross country hit the road for their second to last regular season meet at the Santa Clara University Bronco Invitational in Sunnyvale, Calif. Saturday. Both teams competed in a total of four races which featured about 200 runners in each event. The men earned a new school record...

Azusa reaffirms biblical standard for student couples

people walking past a sign that says azusa pacific
Azusa and Biola have competitive differences but the same deep calling.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor October 13, 2018

Biola’s volleyball victory over Azusa Pacific University during the Oct. 3 Cornerstone Cup rivalry game was an immense cause for celebration. However, two days prior to the game, there was a cause for celebration that seemed to glide under the radar. Amid a report from Zu Media, Azusa Pacific’s...

Volleyball caps Hawaii trip with eighth straight win

Junior libero Kaitlin O'Brien subs in for senior opposite hitter Karly Dantuma in this file photo from Oct. 3, 2018.
Eagles win tough match to go 3-0 in Hawaii after four-set win over Hilo.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 13, 2018

Biola played their third and final game of their Hawaii trip Friday night, taking on Hawaii Hilo University in a PacWest matchup. The Eagles, led by strong overall team play, battled their way to a four-set victory against the Vulcans. A strong Hilo team jumped ahead 10-6 early, but Biola continued...

Biola reaffirms LGBT policy after controversy at Azusa Pacific

Biola reaffirms LGBT policy after controversy at Azusa Pacific
As APU deals with fallout of a landmark rule change and rapid reversal, Biola’s administration responds.
Macie Cummings, Austin Green, and Isabelle Thompson October 12, 2018

As college students across the country prepared to start the fall 2018 semester, one of Biola’s closest peers was rocked by a firestorm of controversy over its handling of LGBT students on its campus. Azusa Pacific University, a school with similar origins and beliefs as Biola—not to mention the...

Women’s soccer ties a rainy contest in Hawaii

Junior forward Annmarie Alvarez, seen here in a file photo, scored the lone Eagles against Hawaii Pacific University on Oct. 11, 2018.
Eagles battle hard in a tough 1-1 draw in double overtime.
Tori Apodaca October 11, 2018

Biola women’s soccer kicked off their first game in Hawaii in the pouring rain against PacWest opponent Hawaii Pacific University on Thursday evening. The Eagles looked to keep their winning streak alive on the road, but the game ended in double overtime in a thrilling 1-1 tie. The Sharks used...

Men’s soccer grabs second straight win

Sophomore forward Jack Cybulski, seen here in a file photo, gave the Eagles a 1-0 win over Hawaii Pacific on Oct. 11 with his goal in the 59th minute.
Eagles start their Hawaii trip on a high note in epic battle.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor October 11, 2018

Men’s soccer kicked off the first of three games in Hawaii with a tough battle against PacWest opponent Hawaii Pacific University. Towards the end of a long game full of shot attempts on goal for both teams, the Eagles pushed through a goal in the second half to earn the 1-0 win. The Eagles focused...

Volleyball sweeps away Sharks

Junior outside hitter Sabrina Winslow goes for a kill in this file photo from Oct. 3, 2018.
Eagles win tight three-set victory over Hawaii Pacific.
October 11, 2018

Biola volleyball was back in action for the second consecutive night, taking on Hawaii Pacific University on Wednesday in a PacWest clash. The Eagles showed great toughness in a sweep of the Sharks to improve to 11-2 in conference play. Read more at Biola Athletics.

Torrey Conference kickoff celebrates ‘Kingdom’

Biola alumnus Andre Murillo shares his testimony during the Wednesday night session of Torrey Conference 2018.
The 2018 Torrey Conference brings discussion on the kingdom of God to campus.
Isabelle Thompson and Lily Journey October 10, 2018

On Oct. 10, sleepy coffee-clutching students lined the streets outside Chase Gymnasium for the first session of the annual fall Torrey Conference. The conference, established in 1936, features well-known Christian bands and prominent speakers centered around a biblical theme. President Barry Corey...