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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Ministry of the Week: Apologia serves to equip students intellectually

Jason Oakes, a biblical studies professor, speaks on worldviews at the Apologia luncheon on Wednesday. | Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
The Apologia ministry seeks to teach students apologetics in order to preach the gospel in American culture.
Jason Wheeler, Writer October 10, 2012
The Apologia ministry seeks to teach students apologetics in order to preach the gospel in American culture.

1,000 USC students exposed to gospel through Launchfest

The festival featured a number of Christian bands who used their performances as a platform to preach the gospel. | Courtesy of Emily Lewis
Launchfest, a four-day music festival that Biola's Revive ministry was also involved in, exposed more than 1,000 USC students to the gospel.
Rachelle Cihonski, Writer October 10, 2012
Launchfest, a four-day music festival that Biola's Revive ministry was also involved in, exposed more than 1,000 USC students to the gospel.

8 things to do with your parents on Biola Weekend

Café Veronese offers a variety of coffees and teas, as well as desserts ranging from cakes to crépes, all served in a garden environment. | Emily Arnold/THE CHIMES
When at Biola, do as the Biolans do. Go with your parents and check out one — or all! — of the places on this fun list!
Dylan Pruchnic, Writer October 5, 2012
When at Biola, do as the Biolans do. Go with your parents and check out one — or all! — of the places on this fun list!

Local Arab-American community reacts to anti-Muslim film

Arab-Americans of all ages protest the Assad regime and the violence taking place in Syria at the Arab-American Festival Saturday, Sept. 29 in Garden Grove. | Julia Henning/THE CHIMES
Local Muslims react to a violent anti-Muslim video that went viral on YouTube.
Lena Smith, Writer October 4, 2012
Local Muslims react to a violent anti-Muslim video that went viral on YouTube.

International students adapt to American culture and Biola lifestyle

Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
International students discuss what it was like adapting to life in America and how God has transformed them through it.
Danielle De Phillips, Writer October 3, 2012
International students discuss what it was like adapting to life in America and how God has transformed them through it.

Club of the Week: Rugby team grows in community and size

Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
The Biola rugby team has grown from a low-key group to a competitive team while still maintaining the desire to strengthen community.
Jason Wheeler and Jason Wheeler October 1, 2012
The Biola rugby team has grown from a low-key group to a competitive team while still maintaining the desire to strengthen community.

Trendriquez: Back to basics for a polished look

Sarah Enriquez provides style tips for the new fall season.
Sarah Enriquez and Sarah Enriquez September 28, 2012
Sarah Enriquez provides style tips for the new fall season.

Audience to choose Punk ‘n’ Pie winner for the first time

Staying positive throughout the 5 hours of auditions, senior Social Events Coordinator Michelle Orgill encourages students as they try out for Punk 'n' Pie. | Emily Arnold/THE CHIMES
Changes will be made with Punk 'n' Pie's voting procedures this year.
Tyler Davis and Tyler Davis September 27, 2012
Changes will be made with Punk 'n' Pie's voting procedures this year.

Ministry of the Week: Social Justice Ministry seeks to reflect God’s heart of justice and mercy

Katelyn Seitz, Michelle Van Camp, Eleanor Poltorak, and Aimee Nelson participate in a Californians Against Sexual Exploitation walk on Saturday, Sept. 15. | Courtesy of Amanda Andrews
Biola's on-campus Social Justice Ministry seeks to reflect God's justice and mercy to people from all walks of life.
Nicole Foy and Nicole Foy September 26, 2012
Biola's on-campus Social Justice Ministry seeks to reflect God's justice and mercy to people from all walks of life.

BMX rider Terry Adams shares his love for extreme sports with Biola students

Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
BMX rider Terry Adams, who impressed Biola students with a performance on Friday, talks about how he got into the sport.
Rachelle Cihonski and Rachelle Cihonski September 23, 2012
BMX rider Terry Adams, who impressed Biola students with a performance on Friday, talks about how he got into the sport.

Evangelism-centered Cafe 109 to open in Fullerton

Emily Arnold/THE CHIMES
Biola professor Scott Moffatt will be opening Cafe 109, a coffee shop with a Christ-centered vision, in Fullerton.
Danielle De Phillips and Danielle De Phillips September 20, 2012
Biola professor Scott Moffatt will be opening Cafe 109, a coffee shop with a Christ-centered vision, in Fullerton.

Poet’s Pad: The Dying Light

Emily Arnold/THE CHIMES
Brandon Hurlbert shares his poem, "The Dying Light."
Brandon Hurlbert and Brandon Hurlbert September 18, 2012
Brandon Hurlbert shares his poem, "The Dying Light."