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Eagles take on the Golden Eagles

Redshirt junior goalkeeper JD Gunn sets up to launch the ball downfield.
Biola ties Concordia 2-2.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer October 18, 2022

Men’s soccer tied the Concordia Golden Eagles in a thrilling and foul-filled game 2-2 last Saturday and brought Biola’s record to (4-3-5) and Concordia’s to (3-7-2). The game tested Biola early on as less than seven minutes into the game, Concordia’s Miguel Pena scored his first goal of the...

Men’s soccer decimates Dominican

Junior forward Kristian Colaci jukes around the defender.
Eagles defeat Penguins 3-2.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer October 10, 2022

The Biola University men's soccer team picked up a significant win at Kennelly Field when they played against Dominican, winning 3-2, increasing their record among the PacWest conference to 3-0. This win now has Biola poised as the team to beat in the PacWest and are riding a three-game winning streak...

SGA Rundown: Senators discuss diversity and deliberate proposal

SGA Rundown: Senators discuss diversity and deliberate proposal
Horton senator Liz Kim proposes a ping pong table and Chief Ojeisekhoba announces new safety practices.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor September 29, 2022

This week’s meeting for the Student Government Association opened with a presentation from diversity coordinator Isaiah Swasey about interacting with students from diverse cultures.  “About 30% of Biola’s population are students from diverse backgrounds,” Swasey said. “Knowing how to interact...

Women’s volleyball loses to Chaminade

Sophomore right side Anna Aubele jumps to spike the ball.
The Swords defeat the Eagles 1-3 in an error-riddled game.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 27, 2022

Unable to keep their at-home win streak, women’s volleyball lost to Chaminade University 1-3 at home on Sept. 26. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 47 kills, 2 aces, 2 blocks and 50 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele continues to lead offense with 15 kills followed by senior outside...

Biola celebrates its US News ranking despite ongoing report concerns

Biola celebrates its US News ranking despite ongoing report concerns
With the integrity of university placements still being investigated, Biola has chosen to promote its recently earned ranking.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor September 23, 2022

Over the span of the past four months, schools have opted out of or been dismissed from the U.S. News & World Report rankings, most notably including Ivy League school Columbia University. Despite consistently securing a place amongst the top 5 colleges, Columbia math professor Michael Thaddeus brought...

SGA Rundown: Students discuss diversity efforts

SGA Rundown: Students discuss diversity efforts
Senators emphasize the importance of developing and strengthening inclusivity.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor September 22, 2022

Opening the session this week at the Student Government Association, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator Isaiah Swasey defined what it means to be a Hispanic or Latino student. He addressed specific challenges they might face and listed resources available to them. Noting that Biola’s current population...

Colaci leads Eagles to win over rival

Freshman defender Mayrhonn Serefio takes the ball downfield.
Eagles shut out Cougars 3-0.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 22, 2022

On Wednesday night fans packed the stands at Al Barbour Field to watch the Biola men’s soccer team take on PacWest rival Azusa Pacific. The Eagles channeled their frustration from a difficult start to the season, shutting out the Cougars 3-0. With Wednesday’s victory over Azusa, the Eagles captured...

Volleyball dominates against Holy Names University and Dominican University

Sophomore right side Anna Aubele jumps to block and senior outside hitter Emily Smith crouches to defend as Dominican sets the ball.
The Eagles crush the Hawks 3-1 and the Penguins 3-0.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 19, 2022

On Sept. 16, women’s volleyball played against Holy Names University and won 3-1. The following day, they decimated Dominican University 3-0. A TIGHT GAME The Eagles totaled 54 kills, 3 aces, 11 blocks and 71 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 15 kills followed by redshirt junior...

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game
The Eagles fall to the Sunbirds 1-3.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 10, 2022

On Sept. 10, women’s volleyball played against Fresno Pacific University and lost 1-3. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 54 kills, 7 aces, 3 blocks and 55 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 17 kills followed by redshirt freshman middle blocker Gracie Guy with...

Biola clinches victory in first game against APU

Biola clinches victory in first game against APU
The Eagles defeated the Cougars 3-2.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 10, 2022

On Sept. 7, women’s volleyball played their first home game against Azusa Pacific University and won 3-2 after a hard-fought battle. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 61 kills, 12 aces, 14 blocks and 61 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 20 kills followed by senior...

Biola community attends sold-out RestoreNate documentary premier

The Lewis family greeted attendees at the RestoreNate documentary premier.
Biola alumnus tells the story of Biola student Nathan Lewis and his family's journey of finding faith and joy amidst trials.
Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 4, 2022

In February 2020, Biola freshman Nathan Lewis suffered a severe traumatic brain injury after a skateboarding accident off-campus in the surrounding La Mirada area. While Nathan is still recovering from his injury, his family's story of faith continues to inspire many. Biola alumnus Josiah Daniel Solis...

Remarkable Rechin rallies women’s soccer to victory

Remarkable Rechin rallies women’s soccer to victory
The Eagles defeat the Coyotes 3-2.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 2, 2022

Freshman forward Marjie Rechin’s first two collegiate goals resulted in an Eagles victory with a packed crowd in attendance at Al Barbour Field Wed. night. Biola’s defense held strong in the final minutes of the second half to defeat Cal State San Bernardino 3-2.  OFFENSE OPENS WITH SCORE Biola...