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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Dear Abbey

Abbey Bennett answers submitted questions once a month in her "Dear Abbey" column. | Katie Juranek/THE CHIMES
The Chimes introduces a new feature and asks for your questions.
Abbey Bennett, Writer February 7, 2012
The Chimes introduces a new feature and asks for your questions.

Graduating seniors share experiences from Biola

Graduating senior, Arek O’Connell is already a full time associate youth pastor. He says that the Biola community has helped to pull him through the struggles in his life. | Jessica Lindner/THE CHIMES
Two December graduates share their experiences at Biola and post-graduation plans.
Tonika Reed, Writer December 8, 2011
Two December graduates share their experiences at Biola and post-graduation plans.

Fact of the Week: “Silent Night” originally written as poem

The song, "Silent Night" was originally written as a poem and translated from German into English in 1863. 'Tis the season to reflect on the dark, quite night that Christ was born. | Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
Joseph Mohr wrote "Silent Night" after meditating on the night Christ was born.
Abbey Bennett, Writer December 7, 2011
Joseph Mohr wrote "Silent Night" after meditating on the night Christ was born.

Sacred Space: reasons why attending church is important

It is beneficial and necessary to attend church for many reasons, such as the body of Christ and personal and spiritual growth. | Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
Regularly attending church is important because it encourages community and helps Christians grow.
Carson Leith, Writer December 6, 2011
Regularly attending church is important because it encourages community and helps Christians grow.

Biola Chorale uses Amazon to fundraise for spring tour

The Biola Chorale is raising funds through Amazon for their trip to Germany next semester.
Jessica Schildt, Writer December 6, 2011
The Biola Chorale is raising funds through Amazon for their trip to Germany next semester.

Cooking Column: bake bread this holiday season

Various breads, such as croissants are a delicious and easily made addition to breakfast, lunch, or dinner. | Photo courtesy of Bethany Linnenkohl
Bethany Linnenkohl shares how to make sweet dinner rolls and rosemary garlic rolls perfect for the holidays.
Bethany Linnenkohl, Writer December 1, 2011
Bethany Linnenkohl shares how to make sweet dinner rolls and rosemary garlic rolls perfect for the holidays.

Special Olympics welcomes volunteers

Despite rain, the Special Olympic Fall Games continued to offer athletes a chance to show off their skills.
Lindsay Hottendorf, Writer December 1, 2011
Despite rain, the Special Olympic Fall Games continued to offer athletes a chance to show off their skills.

Fact of the Week: discover popular parks near campus

The La Mirada Regional Park is within walking distance of Biola and is well known for it's massive size, pond, "world famous" Frisbee golf course, and many other recreational outlets.  | Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
With over 10 parks close to campus, there are three nearby that are student favorites.
Abbey Bennett, Writer November 30, 2011
With over 10 parks close to campus, there are three nearby that are student favorites.

Five Stories Up showcases talent at Biola

Juniors Christopher Yim and Samuel Smith create series featuring artists on campus.
Cassandra Gonzales, Writer November 30, 2011
Juniors Christopher Yim and Samuel Smith create series featuring artists on campus.

World AIDS Day and the power of a biblical response

World AIDS day is December 1, 2011. Today, more than 34 million people are HIV positive. | Ashley Jones/THE CHIMES
World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 is meant to remind people of those affected by the virus and the power of a biblical response.
Lena Smith, Writer November 29, 2011
World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 is meant to remind people of those affected by the virus and the power of a biblical response.

“While Women Weep” documents hope and strength in Kenya

Loyola film student Nikole Lim starts Freely in Hope, a non-profit organization, after recording womens' stories in Kenya.
Lena Smith, Writer November 26, 2011
Loyola film student Nikole Lim starts Freely in Hope, a non-profit organization, after recording womens' stories in Kenya.

Students win Housing competition

Housing's first "Rate My Space" competition offered prizes to students in many different categories, but seniors Elizabeth Jade Martinez and Rachel Cooper won the top prize — a meal with DBC.
Natalie Bautista, Writer November 23, 2011
Housing's first "Rate My Space" competition offered prizes to students in many different categories, but seniors Elizabeth Jade Martinez and Rachel Cooper won the top prize — a meal with DBC.