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Biola’s active clubs

Biola’s active clubs
How to get involved with a smaller community on campus through a club.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor March 18, 2024

Biola University offers a variety of clubs that provide students the opportunity to find community while learning new things. Here is a look at some of the clubs that are currently active on campus. UNICYCLE CLUB In the Unicycle Club, students can learn about encouragement, perseverance and balance....

Coffee Lovers club brews new plans for the semester

The Coffee Lovers Club meets in Kim Dining Hall.
Coffee is a drink best enjoyed with others.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer January 31, 2024

While some begrudgingly drink coffee to survive, others have acquired an appreciation for its taste and intricate brewing process. According to a study by the National Library of Medicine, 92% of college students regularly drink coffee every day. It is no surprise that coffee is a drink that many students...

Coffee, questions, and worship

Gospel Choir leading Singspiration and celebrating Gospel Fest.
Biola Admissions hosts prospective students for a time at Singspiration along with free coffee.
Olivia Kam, News Editor January 31, 2024

On Jan. 28, Biola Admissions for undergraduate students hosted an event called Coffee & Singspiration where prospective students were able to come with their questions to Heritage Café for a free coffee before heading over to Singspiration, one of Biola’s weekly chapels. Singspiration is an hour-long...

SGA Rundown: Campus events and diversity training

SGA Rundown: Campus events and diversity training
Senators discuss involvement opportunities and support on campus.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief October 14, 2021

The Student Government Association discussed holding campus events and encouraging involvement in student government. This week, senators considered how to engage students through university-wide events. OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCLUSIVITY Senators floated the idea of a Mr. Biola pageant and suggested inviting...

Hidden food gems on campus

A vegan poke bowl from the Caf, which includes sushi rice, vegan crab meat, coconut meat and other toppings and sauces.
The best meals and beverages students can find at Biola.
Kate Bomar, Photographer September 11, 2021

After a year of absence, students may find it difficult to find their way around campus food options, as some places like Blackstone Cafe are temporarily closed. Here is a brief insight into the available Biola eateries and their culinary gems.  FIND YOURSELF A FULL MEAL While food regulars at the...

Access to the patio encourages study group gatherings

The re-opened patio adjacent to Eagle's Nest
Students regain access to a popular study location just in time for exam season.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice April 25, 2018

The patio area outside the doors of Common Grounds and Eagles’ Nestdoubles as a popular spot for students wanting to study outdoors, but construction got in the way of this frequented study spot and students had to find new places throughout campus to do their homework. REMINISCENT OF OLD Whether...

Sanctification need not stop at Lent

Sanctification need not stop at Lent
Becoming like Jesus begins today.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor April 3, 2018

“Fasting,” writes Gary Rohrmayer “is more about longing for the power and presence of Jesus than restricting our appetites.” This year for Lent I decided to fast from coffee. The motivation behind this was not my mass consumption of it—although I do drink a lot of coffee. I fasted from coffee...

Veronese Cafe stands above other bland cafes

Veronese Cafe stands above other bland cafes
Look no further than Veronese for a charming nature-filled experience.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer March 22, 2018

There comes a point in every college student’s academic career where they long for a change of scenery, whether through different housing situations or a new hot spot for studying. This generation evolves quickly, and with that apparent characteristic residing within millennials comes a need for the...

Caffeine consumption increases as life becomes busier

Common Grounds interior
Coffee aids students who need an immediate energy source to study and perform various daily tasks.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice March 21, 2018

Coffee rules the college game, as students trudge along with bags under their eyes and books in their hands, ready to take on a new day—as long as it means they get a chai bomb. CAFFEINE CONTENDERS Late nights spent at the library with assignments still left unfinished hits close to home for freshman...

Cozy cafe captivates

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When Commons does not cut it, take flight to Fullerton.
Jana Eller, Office Manager October 10, 2017
When Commons does not cut it, take flight to Fullerton.

Coffee for Christ

Photo courtesy of True Tamplin
A new ministry organization seeks to form bonds with non-believers over brewed drinks and conversation.
Brittni Coffeen, Writer April 13, 2016
A new ministry organization seeks to form bonds with non-believers over brewed drinks and conversation.

Dripp Café brews tasteful success

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Delicious coffee and snacks simply drip from Fullerton.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer March 15, 2016
Delicious coffee and snacks simply drip from Fullerton.