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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Biola Counseling Center seeks to continue serving students

Biola Counseling Center seeks to continue serving students
As Biola continues its transition into a remote format, the BCC hopes to continue serving students in any way it can.
Maria Weyne, News Editor • September 22, 2020

On March 17, President Barry Corey sent out an email asking students to vacate Biola’s campus and Biola-owned housing, following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s stay-at-home order. This transition caused a spike in mental health issues among young adults, requiring the Biola Counseling Center to quickly transition...

The emotional impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak need to be discussed

The emotional impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak need to be discussed
Unexpected goodbyes and isolation have taken a toll on college students.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer • April 4, 2020

There is no question that COVID-19 has had an impact on people’s health. While the coronavirus affects the physical body, it has also taken a toll on the mental health of our society. The Kaiser Family Foundation conducted a poll from March 25–30 and found that around 45% of adults in the United...