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Why the NBA’s decision to sit out matters

Biola students share their experiences during a time of racial tension.

Andi Basista, News Editor • September 2, 2020

On Aug. 26, the Milwaukee Bucks were scheduled to compete in game 5 of their playoff matchup between the Orlando Magic inside of the COVID-19 inspired NBA bubble at Walt Disney World in Florida. When the clock hit 4 p.m. EST. and the Bucks were nowhere to be seen for the start of play, an unprecedented...

The magic equality wand will still result in inequality

We must learn to distinguish between inequality birthed by sin and inequality birthed by our free choices.

Thaddeus Williams, Freelance Writer • April 12, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Apr. 11, 2019). Imagine if we could wave a magic wand that erased inequality around the world. This wand is so magical that it can even wipe away all discrimination from the planet. We all wake up in a discrimination-free world with, say, a million...

You cannot make a movie by yourself

Although the film industry is highly competitive by nature, students in film should constantly be building each other up.

Rachel Gaugler, Freelance Writer • October 15, 2018

After speaking to various people in Biola’s Cinema and Media Arts department, it has come to my attention the great gender gap that plagues each classroom. Considering Biola has a large percentage of females as opposed to males, it is an oddity that the film program is dominated by the Y chromosome....

Gender climate assessment to gauge experiences

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • February 20, 2018

The Office of the Provost plans to conduct a gender climate assessment, which will provide administration with data concerning the satisfaction of students, staff and faculty by fall 2019. COMPARING EXPERIENCES The university last held a gender climate assessment in 2008, but only evaluated faculty....

That Time I…joined the women’s march

Marching in solidarity with other women brought to mind thoughts about the church and feminism.

Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • January 23, 2018

I think I have always been a feminist—not the man-hating, bra-burning type, but the equality for all type. Even from my earliest years, I pushed back against those who called me subordinate to men in the eyes of God. I was ambitious, feisty and determined to do something great in my life, despite the...

MLK Day chapel focuses on the topic of love

First Martin Luther King Jr. Day chapel held at Biola encourages students and faculty to step out in love.

Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice • January 22, 2018

Following Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Biola held a special MLK chapel, allowing for a time of reflection and celebration of King’s life and legacy. THE HEART OF LOVE Due to a shortened winter break, the university opened its doors to all students just in time for MLK Day. An entire chapel dedicated...

GRIT hosts impactful holiday event

The leaders of the blog “GRIT” invited Biola’s community to participate in a Christmas party that gives back.

Caitlin Blackmon, Staff Writer • December 6, 2017

GRIT held a Christmas event to create care packages for the homeless women of Los Angeles, and enjoy some holiday cheer with Christmas music, food and a photo booth on Friday. THE MISSION The women of GRIT, including sophomore journalism major and GRIT blogger Jasmyne Bell, felt excited to share...

Survivors speak out

Thousands attend the #MeToo Survivor’s March and rally.

Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • November 14, 2017

“I’m over being polite about rape. It’s been too long now. We have been too understanding. We need it to end now,” actress Frances Fisher’s voice echoed through the microphone into the streets of Hollywood, where thousands of women and men stood wearing shirts, pins, hats or signs reading “Me...