Parent Weekly Newsletter 11/09Fall 2007, Issue #10 |
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Biola
University, Office of Parent Relations, 13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA
90639 / (800) 99-BIOLA / (562) 906-4535
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Greeting |
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This year Biola is implementing a mass notification system that will facilitate communication and response in the case of an emergency on campus. One of the people who has been integral in setting up this system for Biola, is Deputy Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba. Below is a message from the Deputy Chief explaining the system in more detail. As a special note, on November 9, 2007 a test message was sent out from the system asking for a response to confirm that the message was received. Once again, this was only a test. Please encourage your students to provide their full and accurate information (cell phone and email address) each semester as they register for classes, so that the system can function as effectively as possible. Blessings, Mallory
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3N Mass Communication System |
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Biola's 3N Mass Notification System
To the Biola Community: Over the summer, Campus Safety completed several projects that will further strengthen the University’s ability to effectively manage emergencies on campus. One such project is the 3n Mass Notification System. 3n is a comprehensive emergency communication system that enables colleges and universities to effectively communicate within minutes to students, faculty, and staff through their cell phones, blackberry devices, email, and instant messaging. The ability to send messages via several means increases the likelihood that messages will be delivered and understood by those located on-campus and off-campus at any hour of the day or night. It will alert the community to the emergency situation as well as ask each person to respond with the nature of their individual situation. The 3n system, also recently implemented by Virginia Tech, will assist Campus Safety in assembling and coordinating campus security and crisis response teams, convening immediate briefings with campus security and university officials, notifying students, faculty and staff in minutes, and reaching each student on popular devices with voice and text simultaneously. The system requires all participants to provide a cell phone number during the initial registration. At the beginning of each semester or session, the system will be updated with current names and cell phone numbers. Currently, approximately 6,200 students, faculty, and staff have signed up since its inception. A test of the 3n system will take place on Friday, November 9.
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Presidential Inauguration |
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If you were unable to join us last weekend for the Presidential Inauguration we would invite you to read President Corey's address entitled "A Glorious Belief" online, as well as to watch portions of the event. [ return to top ] |
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Upcoming Events |
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Webreg Phase 1 (Course Selection) for Interterm 2008 and Spring 2008NOV 15 – DEC 7, 2007 November 29 – December 7, 2007 - OPEN COURSE SELECTION FOR Spring & ADD/DROPS ________________________________________________________________________
A Midsummer Night's Dream- November 1 - 17Biola's Communication Studies Department announces ticket sales for our 25th anniversary production of William Shakespeare's classic comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Forrest Robinson, running in Biola Theatre 21 from Nov. 1 through 17th (Thursdays to Saturday nights @ 8 PM; new matinee time of 4 PM on Sundays). (No Thursday show on Nov. 15 and no Sunday show on Nov. 18.) Melodie Narramore Yocum directed the first Biola production of DREAM in 1982 and we dedicate this version of the play to her memory.The special ticket rate for Biola staff, students, faculty, and alumni is $8 per ticket. All others pay $10 per ticket. You may purchase tickets by emailing theatre.tickets@biola.edu. Due to the Elizabethean English, the play is probably appropriate for children 12 and over. Featuring one of the largest casts ever in a Biola show (27), DREAM features students, alumni, and even a parent of a Biola student in the cast. Biola Theatre 21 has only 95 seats so you will want to order your tickets early to assure a seat for this classic theatre experience. Biola Theatre 21 is located on the McNally campus and anyone coming from off campus should park in the adjacent Parking Lot C. ____________________________________________________________________
Conservatory of MusicMusic at
Noon Biola Symphony Orchestra ________________________________________________________________ Athletics
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Biola Lingo |
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Midnight MadnessNext to Mock Rock, Midnight Madness is easily the loudest Biola tradition. Students welcome the basketball season with this adrenaline-filled rally featuring skits, dance performances, three-point and dunk competitions, and lots of red. This year's midnight madness will be held Sunday November 11th at 11:30 in the gymnasium. [ return to top ] |
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Yearbook Senior Ads |
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Biolan- Deadline December 1st This year, Biola's Centennial year, the Biolan staff would like to offer you the opportunity to celebrate your child’s graduation by dedicating a personal ad to him or her in the yearbook. Just send us your message and pictures and we will design the rest. Please send replies and questions to: The Biolan 13800 Biola Ave. Box # 13 La Mirada, CA 90639 Phone: 562.944.0351 ext. 5917 In your reply please indicate the size ad you would like, your name, your child’s name, and phone number at which you can be reached. $300....full page: up to 8 photos, 200 words $200....half page: up to 5 photos, 125 words $125.....quarter page: up to 2 photos, 75 words Please submit items postmarked by Dec. 1st. Make Checks payable to “ The Biolan”. Thank you for allowing us the privilege participating in and celebrating your graduate's accomplishment! Alex Elmore Editor in Chief, Biolan |
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Chapel |
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Chapel Theme for Fall 2007: “United in Gratitude –Bonded in Love” (Col. 3: 1 – 17) |
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Parent's Corner |
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Student Survival SacksWe here in the Parent Relations Department wanted to make you aware of an opportunity to encourage your student and support the Spiritual Life Department (formerly known as Student Ministries) here on campus. The purpose of the Spiritual Life Department is to give students tangible experiences in discipleship and evangelism. Through Spiritual Life you will have the opportunity to purchase a "Survival Sack" for your student which will be delivered the Friday before finals week. This service is separate from our year round Hugs from Home services, and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. Dear Biola Parent: Can you imagine the pressure and stress a typical student faces during finals week? Many students are in survival mode. Imagine them receiving a gift from home during this exhaustive time, to help them through their week. With your generous, tax-deductible gift to Spiritual Life*, we have the opportunity to deliver “Survival Sacks” to your son/daughter’s residence hall room the weekend before final exams begin. This Survival Sack will contain a plentiful assortment of fresh fruit, popcorn, sugarless gum, granola bars and various snacks and candy. Your personal note of encouragement will be attached. This service to parents and students is the primary way we raise support for our ministry efforts. It helps us in developing your students as ministers through our discipleship, evangelism, and outreach ministries. It also helps support our mission teams, both locally and abroad. Our focus is to develop students as disciples of Christ and healthy ministers of the gospel. You can encourage and bless your son or daughter during this intensive time of finals week and have a part in fulfilling this important vision through participating in our Survival Sack project. The packages and encouragement notes will be delivered on Friday, December 7th. We would love to hear from you before Wednesday, December 5th. A self-addressed envelope is enclosed for your convenience. Thanks again for sending us your student. It is a great privilege to have a part in cultivating disciples of Christ to grow in truth, transformation, and testimony! Serving Christ Together, Barbara Miller Director of Spiritual Life If you have questions, please call (562) 903-4754. *A small amount ($5) will be deducted from the donation receipt to offset costs. To place an order: Call 562.903.4754 or e-mail spiritual.life@biola.edu Provide: * credit card # (we take Mastercard, Visa, & Discover) * expiration date of credit card * amount of donation ($5 is taken off this amount for the cost of each bag ordered) $100 $50 $25 $Other * billing address of the credit card * name of person on the credit card. * phone number of parent on the credit card * student(s) name(s), * dorm/room # or students phone # if they do not live on campus or in the campus apartments. * a little note of encouragement to your student(s) [ return to top ] |
