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Crime Log ― Oct. 9 — Oct. 15

This week’s Crime Log includes one case of furnishing alcohol to a minor, two thefts and other petty crimes.

Micah Kim, Managing Editor • October 15, 2019

Lot S — Furnishing alcoholic beverages to a minor Reported on Oct. 9, 12:23 p.m., started an investigation on Oct. 10, 5:13 p.m. Three students were found drinking on campus near the parking structure Lot S. It was later revealed that one of the students had supplied alcohol to the others who...

Mental health awareness week brings holistic approach to well-being

Coinciding with Torrey week, mental health awareness week was dedicated to helping students learn more about healthy best practices.

Maria Weyne, News Editor • October 11, 2019

With recent reports of a decline in the student body's mental health, Spiritual Development paired up with Dean of Student Development Lisa Igram and her team to create a week dedicated to holistic wellness. The week occurred during the same week of Torrey Conference and included activities like...

Finance department restructures to alleviate financial burden for students

The recent reorganization allows the university to adapt to long-term changes in student demographics.

Brittany Ung, Web Editor • October 4, 2019

Enrollment is up, higher than last year. However, student morale is down. While Student Development is trying their hand at helping students’ mental health, the finance department is seeing what they can do to alleviate financial stress. An increase in student stress and government reporting has caused...

Student Development addresses rising mental health concerns

High risk and emotional care cases have increased by 103% since 2011, pastoral care reports.

Brittany Ung, Web Editor • October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Hannah Harkness fell in love with Biola as a sophomore in high school. Now a senior English major, she says she felt like God was leading her to come here. After the first day of orientation, she called her mom: “Mom, I can’t stay here,...

Crime Log ― Sept. 17 – Sept. 24

This week’s Crime Log features one threatening phone call, one report of marijuana possession, one case of disturbing the peace and an active case of a stolen bicycle.

Micah Kim, Managing Editor • September 24, 2019

Obscene or Threatening Telephone Calls — Alpha Hall Reported Sept. 17, 11:29 a.m. An individual outside of Biola made a threatening call to a Biola student. Campus Safety worked with the student and banned the individual from campus. Possession of Marijuana — Sigma Hall Reported Sept....

Crime Log ― Sept. 11 – Sept. 17

This week’s Crime Log features a report of marijuana possession and one case of disturbing the peace.

Micah Kim, Managing Editor • September 17, 2019

Possession of Marijuana — Sigma Hall Reported Sept. 11, 10:48 p.m. A student was reported for possessing marijuana on campus. The student has been referred to Student Development. Disturbing the Peace — Lot K Reported Sept. 13, 10:36 p.m. A group of students was playing loud music in the...

Crime Log ― April 23 – April 30

This week’s Crime Log features a vehicle burglary, an obscene social media message, a noise complaint and three trespassing incidents.

Micah Kim, Managing Editor • April 30, 2019

Vehicle Burglary — Off Campus Reported April 23, 12:20 p.m., occurred between April 22, 11 p.m. and April 23, 12 p.m. A student reported a vehicle burglary next to the graduate apartments on Rosecrans Avenue. The vehicle was found with several items missing. The investigation remains active and...

What is making “Generation Z” stressed?

Worries about current events weigh on the minds of young people.

Preet Christian, Freelance Writer • December 3, 2018

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 29, 2018) (Editor’s note: The author is a Resident Advisor in Hope South.) A recent Biola report shows that students, like many other young people, are experiencing stress due to academics, but also that problems with relationships may affect...

Student Development takes closer look at anxiety and depression

With a national increase of mental health issues, the department launches a new committee to support students.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • October 18, 2018

This is part three of a three-part series on mental health. Parts one and two can be found here and here. This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. As the dean of Student Wellness, Lisa Igram sometimes meets with students feeling depressed, anxious or lonely. Many times, she says,...

For the chief of Campus Safety, student mental health is personal

With the memory of his nephew in mind, Chief John Ojeisekhoba announces partnership with the LASD.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2018

This is part two of a three-part series on mental health. Part one can be found here. Part three will be published in print and online on Thursday, Oct. 18. Moses Sambo loved to be around people. He was kind, goofy and enjoyed jokes. Standing just taller than his uncle, Campus Safety Chief John...

Campus Safety and LASD partnership leads to recovery of 22 bicycles

Cross-agency coordination succeeds as La Mirada crime stats mark current decrease in number of reported incidents.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • September 24, 2018

A recent collaborative effort between Biola Campus Safety and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department resulted in the discovery of 22 stolen bicycles, a product of a longtime relationship between the two agencies as La Mirada crime shows some signs of slight downturn. COLLABORATION COMBATS CRIME After...

Senators finish off semester with voting

Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor • April 28, 2018

In the last senate meeting of the semester, the Student Government Association discussed upcoming conferences with the American Student Government Association as well as a student fee audit and a proposal, and voted. SGA senior vice president Ella Corey shared how next year’s SGA vice president...