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Professional women impart wisdom

Woven Conference addresses relevant topics while emphasizing faith in the workplace.

Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • February 6, 2018

Andrew’s Banquet Hall, immaculately decorated in purple, filled with the scent of coffee and bagels while over 100 women and a few men entered to attend the fourth Woven Conference on Feb. 4, the largest one since it’s beginning. THE SPEAKERS “I think we had about 80 girls last year and we...

Ethical fashion company CEO addresses human trafficking

Krochet Kids, Known Supply CEO and cofounder talks about the positive impacts of knowing one’s clothing.

Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • February 6, 2018

For Kohl Crecelius it all began with a hobby—crocheting—which he did not expect to turn into a ministry and business. ABOUT KROCHET KIDS Crecelius, the CEO and cofounder of Krochet Kids intl., came to campus Jan. 29 for a Fireside Chat hosted by the Entrepreneurship Society to discuss his...

Beyond the bubble: Women across Asia voice their stories of sexual assault

While #MeToo often brings up images of Hollywood, the movement has begun to reach much farther, including into countries where women may risk their lives to demand greater protections. Many women in China have begun to stand up in solidarity, despite opposition from the ruling Communist Party. The government has responded by censoring news sources and monitoring the internet for phrases having to do with anti-sexual harassment and a #MeTooChina, warning the participants they could be labeled as traitors. More and more women have shared their personal stories directly online, however, causing unrest not only within the government, but also among a handful of accused university officials who may lose their jobs. “We’re not brave enough to stand out as one individual. But together, we can be strong,” said Sophia Huang Xuequin, a journalist in southern China, to the New York Times. This trend has continued in Japan as well, where rape and sexual assault are often depicted in pornogaraphic materials used for sex education. While the crime rates appear low on paper compared to the United States, Japanese citizens are reportedly less likely to report an assault, due to a lack of education on topics like date rape, consent and sexual violence. Last month in Pakistan, women fought to unban the movie “Verna,” which depicts the story of a teacher who faces sexual assault, and later takes the matter into her own hands after receiving no help from the authorities. Originally banned for “edgy content,” Pakistani women made a public outcry fueled by social media to get the ban lifted.

As #MeToo continues to grow in the US, it has begun to encourage conversations in several different countries.

Jana Eller, Office Manager • January 25, 2018

Women unapologetically delve into apologetics

At the inaugural Women in Apologetics conference, women give intellectual arguments for the Gospel.

Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) • January 24, 2018

Women of all ages, grandmothers, mothers, daughters, students and a few men gathered to worship together in spirit and in truth in Calvary Chapel. With hands raised and minds open to receiving the Word of God, women gathered to attend the first Women in Apologetics Conference held on campus on Jan....

Head shaving trend and what it means for ideals of femininity

Women with buzz cuts show how radical steps toward confidence pay off.

Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor • January 23, 2018

Bringing in this new year, one of my friends held a head shaving party at her house. We played a board game, and the winner of each round got to cut off a piece of her then shoulder-length hair. At the end of the game, she shaved it all off. I expected an emotional experience—tears brought to her eyes...

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...