GRIT, a resource that seeks to empower women at Biola, launched the first episode of its new podcast, “Did I Talk Too Much?” In partnership with Biola’s KBR: The Torch Radio, GRIT released its first episode titled, “What the Heck is Grit?”  DID I TALK TOO MUCH? “I feel like [the title]...

This past week was Mental Health Awareness Week for Biola students, following the World Health Organization’s day for mental health on Oct. 10. What is the purpose of these holidays, and how do they help students — if at all?  MENTAL HEALTH FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS  For many students, college can...

This Monday, students walking pass the Biola Health Center may have caught the tantalizing smell of fresh popcorn at a Student Government Association booth that introduced Pursue Your Passion week. Although some may have been initially attracted by the popcorn, many students struck up conversations with...

(This story was originally published in print on Apr. 25, 2019). Growing up near California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, my family and I would often venture into the Sierras on camping trips during the summer. After much preparation and packing, we drove along Highway-108, with windows rolled down...

Resident Advisors present a unique hurdle struggling students must overcome to seek help. Rather than presenting a warm, invitational atmosphere meant to comfort the model student-in-need, intimidation often characterizes speaking to an RA—especially in times of additional strife. Biola Residence...