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Nursing students to graduate a semester late due to novel coronavirus

This photo was previously used for the Southern California 2019 Great ShakeOut.
Students petition nursing board to soften restrictions as hospitals close their doors to clinicals.
Lacey Patrick, Editor-in-Chief March 26, 2020

Nursing students throughout California are struggling to graduate as the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps through the state. On March 20, Biola’s nursing students were notified that their graduation will be delayed by at least one semester due to hospitals closing their doors to medical students. WHY THE...

How to practice self-care during quarantine

Here's how to practice self-care during time in quarantine.
It’s time for you to pay attention to you.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer March 25, 2020

Within a few months, the coronavirus pandemic has impacted countries all over the world, including the United States. Our typical lifestyles have been put on hold as we undergo a massive quarantine. Our favorite fast food restaurants like In-N-Out and Chick-fil-A are only open for takeout, our gyms are...

Senior athletes saddened by sports suspension

After the suspension of all Biola Athletics competition, athletes are left stunned.
Biola Athletics canceled the remainder of the spring season, leaving seniors unable to complete their collegiate careers.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 23, 2020

The sudden spike of COVID-19 cases in the US has not only shut down our nation's schools and businesses, but it has also put a hold on the sports world, where teams of all levels are on a hiatus. The NBA, NHL, MLB and NFL have all pushed their seasons back with hopes of beating the virus. With professional...

How to stay productive during quarantine

How to stay productive during quarantine
Working from home doesn’t have to feel like dragging your feet.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) March 23, 2020

Your bed is warm and cozy, your parents are cooking your dinner and classes seem like a distant memory. It feels like Christmas break is back already—minus the large family gatherings and the fully stocked fridge. In reality, it’s more like you’re back in high school again and you have to do homework...

Biola to vacate housing, close campus to visitors

Biola to vacate housing, close campus to visitors
The City of La Mirada reported two confirmed cases of COVID-19, neither linked to Biola.
Brittany Ung and Lacey Patrick March 17, 2020

Biola will vacate residence halls and university-apartments starting March 22, President Barry Corey announced in a campus-wide email today. At that time, the campus will be closed to visitors, with exceptions for certain vendors and contractors. The Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee made the...

Coronavirus fears are blown out of proportion

Coronavirus fears are blown out of proportion
COVID-19 has propelled Americans into a frenzy.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) March 13, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). With the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, Americans treat it like the second coming of the Black Plague in the U.S. Although COVID-19’s deadliness is widespread in other countries, it threatens Americans as much as Ebola did—minimally....

Coronavirus outbreak can’t be ignored

Coronavirus outbreak can’t be ignored
Unconcerned students increase the threat of epidemic.
Addi Freiheit, Freelance Writer March 13, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). Even as surrounding schools such as USC, UC San Diego and Pepperdine University shut down in-person classes to move studies online, some students still regard the coronavirus with an attitude of detachment. Many believe that the virus...

In-person classes and Missions Conference canceled

In-person classes and Missions Conference canceled
In the midst of COVID-19 outbreak, the university transfers all classes online.
Lacey Patrick, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2020

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person classes will be transferred online for the remainder of the semester, effective March 23, Provost Deborah Taylor announced tonight via email.  The email came right after Azusa Pacific University announced it is transferring to all online courses. Biola...

Biola suspends all spring sports competition

Biola suspends all spring sports competition
Due to the spread of COVID-19, all sporting events will be canceled until March 30.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 12, 2020

The PacWest Conference has officially suspended all sporting events through March 30 over concerns of the novel coronavirus. All 16 Biola Athletics programs will cancel their conference and non-conference games effective immediately. A reassessment will be made at the end of the month. NCAA President...

Biola takes precautions against the coronavirus

Biola takes precautions against the coronavirus
Fears of COVID-19 loom over universities across California.
Lacey Patrick, Ashley Grams, and Micah Kim March 12, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). Megan Catey flew home to Seattle for spring break, a trip she’s taken many times before. But this time, the junior kinesiology major's flight home was different. Alaska Airlines Flight 465 from Los Angeles to Seattle was bare. Empty...

Azusa Pacific University halts in-person classes

Azusa Pacific University halts in-person classes
Despite zero cases of COVID-19 on campus, APU moves to online instruction.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor March 12, 2020

Azusa Pacific University announced the cancellation of in-person classes on Thursday, March 12 as a precaution against the novel coronavirus. The university will move to online courses starting March 16 and continuing through the remainder of the semester. “Our strategies align with public health...

Coronavirus Updates

Coronavirus Updates
March 11, 2020

See below for the list of stories on updates of the Coronavirus. This list will be updated with news as it occurs.  Full Articles: President Corey releases university response to COVID-19 Coronavirus concerns prompt chapel changes Azusa Pacific University halts in-person classes Biola takes...