At a private Christian institution like Biola, there are certain restrictions on artistic freedom as the university recommends that creative projects align with Biola’s code of conduct. Students within the Department of Art are not allowed to draw fully nude models as a part of adhering to Biola’s...

At a private Christian institution like Biola University, there are expected restrictions on artistic freedom as the university recommends that creative projects align with Biola’s code of conduct. In the Cinema and Media Arts program at Biola, artistic censorship is a topic widely debated amongst...

This past week was Mental Health Awareness Week for Biola students, following the World Health Organization’s day for mental health on Oct. 10. What is the purpose of these holidays, and how do they help students — if at all?  MENTAL HEALTH FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS  For many students, college can...

Over the past few weeks, Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill sparked debates across the nation. The bill was labeled the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics who claim the law will cause harm to children who identify as transgender or gay. The bill aims to “prohibit schools from discussing...

“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere,” James 3:17 says. Everyone wants wisdom—the ability to make informed decisions and live freely without regret.  However, the pathway...

There is something special about encouragement. Whether one gives encouragement or receives it, encouragements brighten even the darkest day. Genuine encouragement is underrated in today’s society. Often, flippant comments are used in everyday language. However, without intention behind encouragement,...

Scrolling through TikTok during the tense political climate of 2020 became a primary outlet for political information. Schools shut down because of COVID-19. Human interaction became limited to family members. Everyone’s screen time skyrocketed because there was nothing else to do.  A few months...

Ninety-eight. Ninety-nine. One hundred. I finally reached one hundred likes on my latest post. OK, now my next goal is 170. I think my record of likes on a single Instagram post is 160. I cannot compete with college students who maintain over one thousand followers, constantly comparing their posts to...

A new buzzword has entered the lives of college students: self-care. Essentially, self-care is prioritizing your own wellbeing, physically, mentally and emotionally. It means taking the time to care for yourself amid a busy schedule.  From Instagram advertisements to TikToks, the self-care movement...

One of the biggest issues surrounding young people is the issue of mental health. College students often suffer from depression, anxiety and loneliness. On Feb. 17, Boston University reported that these difficulties are only increasing, as 83% of college students in the nation have either depression...

The semester is off to a running start and students are back in action. Classes are in full swing and homework loads are beginning to grow. Because the busyness of the semester can quickly overwhelm students, it is vital to find rest and relaxation in the midst of it all.  After an exhausting year...

College students are often easy targets for hackers and scammers. With cybersecurity awareness month upon us, here are eight helpful tips for students to stay safe.  Keep all of your devices updated with the latest software in order to avoid viruses, malware and potential hackers. According to...