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Disney D23 expo falls short of expectations

Disney D23 expo falls short of expectations
After three years of waiting, Disney’s famous fan expo returns, but the chance to rebuild an image feels wasted.
Brendan Peters, Staff Writer September 22, 2022

Disney’s biannual fan expo, better known as D23, initially welcomed attendees in Sept. 2009. For 10 years it was a chance for The Walt Disney Company to connect with fans, celebrate its history and make big announcements about the magic to come. However, that all changed when the COVID-19 pandemic...

Biola’s giveaway hopes to diversify and enlarge campus numbers

Biola’s giveaway hopes to diversify and enlarge campus numbers
Following regulation changes Biola offers first-ever incentive program.
Monica Salazar-Jimenez, Opinions Editor November 9, 2021

On Oct. 27, Biola announced a giveaway for prospective students on Instagram. Biola plans to provide the winner with a full four-year tuition scholarship and three runner-ups with two "Believe Key" Disneyland passes. According to Vice President of Enrollment, Marketing and Communications Lee Wilhite,...

Biola announces early admission giveaway

Biola announces early admission giveaway
The university will be handing out three Disneyland passes and one free four-year tuition scholarship to one student who applies early to Biola.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 27, 2021

On Oct. 25, Biola Admissions announced they will be giving away “The Ultimate Biola Experience” for early applicants who apply before Dec. 1. As an incentive, Biola will be selecting one individual for free four-year tuition. The three runner-ups will receive Disneyland Believe Key passes—one for...

California to reopen theme parks and stadiums by April 1

California to reopen theme parks and stadiums by April 1
With a downward trend of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered slow reopening of major outdoor gatherings.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 5, 2021

On March 5, Gov. Gavin Newson officially announced that red tier counties in California will allow the reopening of theme parks and stadiums on April 1.  According to Newsom, since California has been seeing a major downward trend in coronavirus cases, counties reaching the red tier will be able...

Disneyland makes magical renovations

Jessica Goddard and Juliana Hernandez March 28, 2018

Email Print Disneyland makes magical renovations By Jessica Goddard & Julianna Hernandez March 28, 2018   0 Comments Located just 15 minutes away, many Biolans travel to Disneyland  to hangout between classes and on days off school. Students often invest...

Hope continues to rise

Hope continues to rise
In a final battle against the darkness, Hope once again comes out on top.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief September 8, 2017
In a final battle against the darkness, Hope once again comes out on top.

I Find Your Lack of Love Disturbing

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Looking into how “Star Wars” impacts our lives.
Bretton Theune, Writer December 8, 2015
Looking into how “Star Wars” impacts our lives.

Kaleidoscopes of Christmas lights

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Admire these Christmas light displays and parades around different Southern California neighborhoods and parks.
Jehn Kubiak, Writer December 1, 2015
Admire these Christmas light displays and parades around different Southern California neighborhoods and parks.

The more Christmas music, the merrier

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Bretton Theune argues for two months of Christmas cheer starting on Nov. 1.
Bretton Theune, Writer November 17, 2015
Bretton Theune argues for two months of Christmas cheer starting on Nov. 1.

Disneyland raises rates

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In an attempt to limit crowds, Disney increases costs for year long passes.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer October 20, 2015
In an attempt to limit crowds, Disney increases costs for year long passes.

Disney loses its first love

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Pass price increase leaves the middle class behind.
Lisa Quintana, Writer October 20, 2015
Pass price increase leaves the middle class behind.

Measles not likely to reach Biola

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Students continue going to Disneyland after the measles outbreak, but the student health center says that campus is safe.
Alondra Urizar, Writer February 10, 2015
Students continue going to Disneyland after the measles outbreak, but the student health center says that campus is safe.