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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Voice of conviction and credibility

Christian apologist Ravi Zacharias encourages students to remain undaunted by the challenges they face as they set out to shape culture. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Christian apologist Ravi Zacharias encourages students to remain undaunted by the challenges they face as they set out to shape culture.
Lena Smith, Writer February 26, 2014
Christian apologist Ravi Zacharias encourages students to remain undaunted by the challenges they face as they set out to shape culture.

Joining Biola House of Prayer’s dedicated participants for a full night of worship

Sophomores intercultural studies major Megan Carlson and elementary education major Kate Abel lead the BHOP worship session in the Talbot East prayer room, a cross-campus change from their former location in the AS conference room. | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
BHOP meets in Talbot East from midnight to 8 a.m. every night from Sunday to Friday.
Jenna Schmidt, Writer February 26, 2014
BHOP meets in Talbot East from midnight to 8 a.m. every night from Sunday to Friday.

Biola Alumna starts nonprofit for teen moms in Southern California

Junior Jessica Dagen, left, discusses the best ways to bond with newborns during Generation Her's "Bonding with Baby" class at the organization's Fountain Valley site. The nonprofit for teen moms was founded by Biola alumna Dianna Smiley in 2009. | Amber Amaya/THE CHIMES
Dianna Smiley dedicates her life to working with teen moms by starting her own non-profit.
Amber Amaya, Writer February 26, 2014
Dianna Smiley dedicates her life to working with teen moms by starting her own non-profit.

Razor’s Edge conference examines art, culture and the little stories that make up daily life

David Gungor, lead singer of the band, The Brilliance, performs with guitar in hand earlier this year. The Brilliance will be playing for the Razor's Edge conference being held on Biola's campus from Feb. 27 - March 1. | Courtesy of qaumc.org
Razor's Edge conference aims to spur conversation on how micro-narratives fit into history.
Heather Leith, Writer February 26, 2014
Razor's Edge conference aims to spur conversation on how micro-narratives fit into history.

Artist Kathleen Wilson shares vision of diversity and beauty through library exhibit

The colorful artwork displayed throughout the university’s library presents more than a creative contribution to the Biola community. Los Angeles-based artist Kathleen Wilson contends that her work offers a vision of diversity and beauty for all people. | Kalli Thommen/THE CHIMES
Library art exhibit by Kathleen Wilson focuses on diversity and identity.
Lena Smith, Writer February 19, 2014
Library art exhibit by Kathleen Wilson focuses on diversity and identity.

2014 SCORR Conference aims for peace through diversity

A graffiti artist puts the finishing touches on his piece, "Kingdom Proclamation," outside Sutherland Auditorium on Friday night. | Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
SCORR Conference aims to educate students on diversity and racial reconciliation.
Jenna Schmidt, Writer February 19, 2014
SCORR Conference aims to educate students on diversity and racial reconciliation.

Determined students pursue internships in their field of study

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An interview with students who are getting a head start on their career.
Grace Hansen, Writer February 18, 2014
An interview with students who are getting a head start on their career.

Art faculty navigate administrative shifts in wake of department’s loss

John Calley, adjunct professor of art, instructs his 3-D Design class. As the art faculty adjusted to the loss of chair and professor Loren Baker, full-time and adjunct professors helped to meet new needs in the department. | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
After the sudden loss of Loren Baker, art department faculty take on additional roles.
Lena Smith, Writer February 12, 2014
After the sudden loss of Loren Baker, art department faculty take on additional roles.

Could ‘the one’ be online?

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Grace Hansen explores how online dating and the Christian walk intersect.
Grace Hansen, Writer February 11, 2014
Grace Hansen explores how online dating and the Christian walk intersect.

Ask the Goons

Juniors Shaefer Bagwell and Anders Corey, better known as "The Goons", answer all social, romantic and general life queries in their premiere column. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Two average guys pretending they know how to fix your problems.
Anders Corey and Shaefer Bagwell February 11, 2014
Two average guys pretending they know how to fix your problems.

SMU short-term mission teams recount experiences at Pix and Pizza

Freshmen Kelsey Nyce and Abby Conrad and sophomore Laura Bernard enjoy their pizza while waiting for the SMU Interterm trip presentations. | Kalli Thommen/THE CHIMES
SMU's Interterm trips share their memories with photos and pizza.
Chelsea Wiersma, Writer February 5, 2014
SMU's Interterm trips share their memories with photos and pizza.

Roofs 4 Mamas: Rebuilding hope for widows in East Africa

Phil Rizkalla, junior, raised over $19,000 -- nearly twice his goal -- to fund Roofs 4 Mamas, a project he founded in Nov. 2013 to extend physical and spiritual restoration to the livlihoods of widows in East Africa. | Lena Smith/THE CHIMES
Biola business major raises money online for roofs in East Africa.
Lena Smith, Writer February 5, 2014
Biola business major raises money online for roofs in East Africa.