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Sleep Week: Biolans create rhythms of rest

Sleep Week encourages students to rest and relax.
The Office of Student Wellness hosts Sleep Week.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor February 10, 2023

Biola’s Office of Student Wellness is hosting a campus-wide “Sleep Week” event on Feb. 13–16. This event aims to raise awareness of the importance of rest for students on campus. SCHEDULE The Office of Student Wellness will host several activities to engage students in the four-day commemoration....

Brown noise soothes sleepers

Brown noise soothes sleepers
Deep bass lullaby calms listeners.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 28, 2022

A soundtrack that makes sound sleepers, the quiet rumble of brown noise infiltrated homes across the country after a viral TikTok trend produced a slew of videos about its soothing powers. The deep, rolling sound of brown noise creates a complex calmness that sweeps the sleepy listener into blissful...

Office of Student Wellness hosts annual Sleep Week

Office of Student Wellness hosts annual Sleep Week
Sleep Week returns to campus with events and chapels.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor February 16, 2022

As Biola students enter one of the busiest periods of the semester, the Office of Student Wellness is reminding students to rest. Among the events were chapels, workshops and a sleep fair. TAKE A BREAK Coordinator of Student Wellness Debrianna Debolt said that it is crucial for students to take a break....

In the busyness of the semester, make time to rest

In the busyness of the semester, make time to rest
Here are five ways to set aside time for a sabbath rest.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor September 17, 2021

The semester is off to a running start and students are back in action. Classes are in full swing and homework loads are beginning to grow. Because the busyness of the semester can quickly overwhelm students, it is vital to find rest and relaxation in the midst of it all.  After an exhausting year...

Distance learning is difficult to navigate and can be unhealthy

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It may be necessary, but it should only be temporary.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) September 21, 2020

With the first few weeks of the semester under our belts, distance learning is becoming familiar to students—but not easier. In this new age of technology we are privileged to have accessible education amid a pandemic and we should not take that for granted. However, learning remotely is far from the...

Start neglecting stress and stop neglecting sleep

Start neglecting stress and stop neglecting sleep
University students experience a lack of sleep when they worry about responsibilities, as well as incorrectly manage their time.
Amanda Frese and Maria Weyne February 7, 2020

Sleep is one of the most important aspects of life. In fact, it is so important that Biola has designated this past week as “Sleep Week” to emphasize the importance of sleep in college students’ lives. Getting enough sleep is an important part of making sure your mind and body are performing at...

President Barry Corey reads bedtime story for first-ever Sleep Week

Sleep Week encourages students to rest and relax.
Biola hosts Sleep Week to create healthy sleep patterns for students.
Addi Freheit February 3, 2020

Biola’s Student Health and Wellness Collaborative under Student Development is hosting Sleep Week in order to promote health and encourage students to make space for spiritual rest. The event kicked off yesterday at Singspiration with President Barry Corey’s reading of “Goodnight Moon,” by Margaret...

Yes, it’s possible to get good grades, make money and stay healthy. Here’s how.

Here are some tips stay healthy during the course of the semester.
It is important to take time from the busyness of life for rest and reflection.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor January 17, 2020

The blaring alarm jolts me out of bed. 6:45 a.m. Shower. Class. Breakfast. Chapel. Class. Lunch. Homework. Class. Dinner. Gym. Hangout with friends. Call Mom. Bed. Repeat. As university students, we are constantly busy. We always have more on our plate than merely homework and classes. According to a...

Corey’s Corner: The sleep factor

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President Corey explains sleep does not make you weak, but is meant for the week.
President Barry Corey February 1, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019.  Every year I have a comprehensive physical. This past year, my physician was happy with my health results. If you do not mind my saying so, the bloodwork and the cardio tests and the reflexes and the strength measurements were pretty...

A number of factors play into students not receiving enough sleep

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As finals approach, students find it more difficult to receive the proper amount of sleep.
Corel Eldridge, Freelance Writer April 18, 2018

All students have been sleep-deprived because of school at least once. Ask any person on campus if they have ever lost sleep because of homework and they will all give the same answer. When an individual is sleep deprived, it affects them in many different negative ways apart from just being tired. Sarah...

Thriving through finals week

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Taking care of our physical and emotional health remains the most helpful way to prepare for our final exams.
Catherine Streng, Writer December 9, 2014
Taking care of our physical and emotional health remains the most helpful way to prepare for our final exams.

Get some sleep

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Dr. Corey reflects on his own sleeping habits in college and reminds us all of the importance of getting enough sleep.
President Barry Corey, Writer December 2, 2014
Dr. Corey reflects on his own sleeping habits in college and reminds us all of the importance of getting enough sleep.