Stephen King created a demonic force that feeds on the deepest fears and insecurities of its prey every 27 years in his 1986 horror novel “IT”. bit.ly/31z6Np0

The new professors that joined the PLNU community this fall come from an array of backgrounds and expertise. bit.ly/31J2XtH

Zita Molnar talks about her summer training routine for the track and cross-country teams. bit.ly/31A3vBJ

Point Loma Nazarene University bleeds green and gold, but Alice Walker bleeds the color purple. The 75-year-old author is coming to PLNU in early 2020. bit.ly/306UtyO

Our news editor Marlee Drake reports about the recent death at #sunsetcliffs. "While jumping from Sunset Cliffs is a common student activity, it is prohibited, and those caught jumping can be cited and fined for doing so." #thepoint #SDFD bit.ly/2maWTui

Our opinion editor Abby Williams reports on the implications of the flavored e-cig ban. "Teenagers and young adults are influenced by the media and the vape culture surrounding them." #thepoint #ecigban #plnu bit.ly/2m9tbWv

As a Point Loma Nazarene University alumnus transforms into an award-winning director, Destin Daniel Cretton continues to rock social boundaries with his upcoming film “Just Mercy." #thepoint #plnu #justmercyfilm bit.ly/2lr9IQG

Clothing companies like Forever 21, H&M and online stores such as Shein and Zaful are all guilty of participating in fast fashion, selling unethically made clothes for affordable prices, writes Tori Michaelian. #thepoint #plnu #fastfashion bit.ly/2nH87XR

Thank you for being patient with us as our website undergoes construction. In the meantime, be on the lookout for our 4th edition coming on Wednesday! #plnu #thepoint

Hey Loma! Hope you are staying safe and healthy out there. Even though we won't be printing physical newspapers for the rest of the semester, we are still producing news at lomabeat.com! Follow us to stay updated!

BREAKING: The City of San Diego just closed all beaches, bays, parks, trails and boardwalks. Story to come.

Need something to look forward to? Dr. Karl Martin to teach “LIT4090: Rock and Roll and American Culture" in fall 2020, the first course ever offered at PLNU on rock ‘n’ roll. bit.ly/3aceRAi

Our music writer Tony Le Calvez reviews Lauv's new album: “~how i’m feeling~” bit.ly/2y8Fvfv

Read about this year's Driftwood Awards Party: Quarantine Style bit.ly/2xxMQ7S

Our news editor Marlee Drake reviews the game many people are playing during quarantine: “Animal Crossing: New Horizons.” "It’s getting me through cabin fever." bit.ly/2UrYw4Y

Coronavirus, Cadavers, Catholicism: Not the Film Event you Expected bit.ly/3bxjqFI

Wellness Center counselors at Point Loma Nazarene University answer questions about how to care for yourself and others during this time of social distancing. #plnu #mentalhealth #SocialDistancing bit.ly/2R2ngi5

Students and faculty might not be on campus for the rest of the semester, but the Center for Justice and Reconciliation is still working hard to engage the people of Point Loma Nazarene University in their annual Wear Justice Week. #plnu #wearjustice bit.ly/2R3tMVS

Ever wondered which Enneagram type each of the Point Loma Nazarene University residence halls are? Check out how we typed them! #plnu #enneagram #plnureslife bit.ly/2X5nZ6i

PLNU student Makayla Renner responds to the question: "How LGBTQ friendly is Point Loma Nazarene University ?" #plnu bit.ly/38tXInB