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CAPS and ResLife host discussion "Restoring Real Connection: How porn effects the brain and relationships"
CAPS and ResLife host discussion “Restoring Real Connection: How porn effects the brain and relationships”
Adriana Gomez Monroy, News Editor • December 2, 2025

“This event is for everyone, whether or not you have been impacted by porn,” said Vintsy Medel, Resident Director for Clark Halls at Westmont. On Thursday,...

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Amanda Marie Sparkman releases “Neighbors with Fur,” continues California Wild Neighbors series
Adriana Gomez Monroy, News Editor • November 18, 2025

  Amanda Marie Sparkman, Professor of Biology at Westmont, and Director of the Environmental Studies Department at the college, has released her...

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Westmont set to open new tennis court complex February 2026
Westmont set to open new tennis court complex February 2026
Adriana Gomez Monroy, News Editor • November 11, 2025

A new building complex for the tennis department is in the works at Westmont. Funded by alumni with a passion for tennis, the department’s new project...

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Westmont hosts prayer nights
Westmont hosts prayer nights
Joshua Lin, Staff Writer • December 9, 2025

When talking to Christians about how God speaks today, the two most common things that come up are through the Bible and prayer. Often described as “Talking...

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An Open Mic Night by The Phoenix
Joshua Lin, Staff Writer • December 9, 2025

I was thinking talent show. Like, a middle school talent show, with juggling and corny jokes. Although I dabbled and on occasion stepped foot into the...

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The Death of Precious Art
Ezekiel Choi, Guest Writer • October 30, 2025

Lucca Rodiguez and Asher Hammer are two men who pull no punches. This past Sunday saw the duo debut an all-original play “DOG DREAM”, written by Rodriguez...

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Grace Crowell as Antigone/ courtesy of the Westmont College Festival Theater
Westmont Theater’s Antigonick
Asher Hammer, Staff Writer • October 30, 2025

  Westmont’s own Theater Arts Department opened their season this past Friday with Antigonick, a new translation from Canadian poet and essayist...

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Westmont hosts prayer nights
Westmont hosts prayer nights
Joshua Lin, Staff Writer • December 9, 2025

When talking to Christians about how God speaks today, the two most common things that come up are through the Bible and prayer. Often described as “Talking...

From Turkey to Westmont
Avery Inman, Features Writer • April 17, 2024

It's rare to find a first-generation college student in America who comes to Westmont from a different country. However, there are a few of these students...

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Broadway at the ‘mont
Avery Inman, Features Writer • April 17, 2024

The Santa Barbara Bowl erupted with singing, dancing and performing by the world's most favorite celebrities, Westmont students. Families and curious Santa...

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Editor’s Note: Goodbye, Horizon
Editor’s Note: Goodbye, Horizon
Katherine Bouma, Editor-in-Chief • December 12, 2025

Since I first began working for The Horizon, our athletics have grown immensely. From NAIA Division III to NCAA Division II, several conference championships,...

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Willie the Warrior
Weston Ash, Staff Writer • December 5, 2025

Sure, you’ve seen the Westmont Warrior on sports jerseys, or heard the quote “It’s a great day to be a Warrior!” But do you know the history behind...

Westmont women’s soccer shows growth despite narrowly missing playoffs
Westmont women’s soccer shows growth despite narrowly missing playoffs
Weston Ash, Staff Writer • November 21, 2025

As the year wraps up for the PacWest Women’s soccer season, the Westmont Warriors women’s team barely missed the conference tournament playoffs with...

Senior spotlight: Christian Jimenez
Senior spotlight: Christian Jimenez
Weston Ash, Staff Writer • November 14, 2025

Christian is a 6’2” senior defender out of Santa Maria, California. Entering his fourth year with the Westmont Men’s Soccer Team, he has been a part...

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A look back on this year
Emily Peterson, Capstone Editor • April 19, 2021
Remember when Henri Nouwen climbed the Pickle Tree and the Fire Department had to be called to get him down?