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The Bird House: a new perspective on community living

Biblical studies professor opens up his home for undergraduate discipleship opportunity.

Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) • September 24, 2018

When choosing a housing option for the year, not many students consider living on the same property in a community with their professor. But that is exactly what seven bible students are doing this year. Professor of New Testament Kenneth Berding and his wife Trudi have opened up their home and their...

Global students bridge the cultural gap on campus

The Student Union Building served as the hub of heritage as students were invited into an awareness of Spanish culture.

Eliana Park, Freelance Writer • September 21, 2018

Once every month, global students wake up the rest of Biola’s student body to a morning of culture, community and collaboration. Wednesday Wake-Up is an event hosted by the Global Student Programs and Development bridging events team, a group of students whose aim is to develop a community between...

Hispanic Conference helps pastors impact communities

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • April 16, 2018

Carlos Zuniga woke up at 4 a.m. 30 minutes later, he had begun the four-hour drive from Porterville to La Mirada—a trip he plans to make again next year with some members of his church, Iglesia del Nazareno. But Zuniga did not mind the drive. He wanted to learn more about the Holy Spirit from a man...

Student receives Ruby Award for showing strength in adversity

Eighth awards ceremony highlights women who impact their communities.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • March 28, 2018

As the end of Women’s History Month nears, a student joins two other Biola women in accepting her Ruby Award for exhibiting accomplishments and godly values. A CALL TO EMPOWERMENT This year’s Ruby Awards, held Tuesday afternoon, centered around the slogan “Empowering Each Other.” Keeping...

The year-long journey of an RA

Resident Advisors reflect on their year as an RA, while future RAs envision their upcoming year on the job.

Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice • February 5, 2018

Resident Advisors have the opportunity to impact their dorm community in numerous ways, especially at Biola, where many seek students to ground themselves in faith-based community. Upcoming RAs received acceptance letters this past week, allowing for a time of anticipation for future RAs, and a time...

Christian Clubbing: “Star Wars” club discusses artistic depictions of series

Returning club uses new exhibit to spark conversations and camaraderie.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 31, 2018

The recently reborn "Star Wars" club visited a small art exhibit which integrates 17th and 18th century art styles with characters and iconography from the popular movie series. RETURN OF THE CLUB Club president and alumnus Raymond Mendiola IV took club members to see the Gallery 30 South exhibit,...

Event founder lights tree

Biola hosted the 33rd annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Metzger Lawn.

Nicole Vogt, Freelance Writer • November 30, 2017

Students shone during the annual Christmas Tree Lighting with the option to purchase battery-operated candles as the event’s founder, senior director of advancement Rick Bee, led the ceremony on Wednesday. MAKING CHANGES The main event of the night happened during the lighting of the Christmas...

Halls decked with Haven again

Haven residents look forward to hosting Deck the Haven in a new way.

Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor • November 29, 2017

Students will once again experience the joy of Christmas through Deck the Haven, after an initial decision by Student Development ended both Deck the Haven and Mosaic Masquerade. DECK THE HAVEN REDESIGNED The Student Government Association brought the event back by working with SGA advisor...