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The Chimes

Biola Barkada: A group of friends

Group shot of the rapidly growing Biola Barkada Filipino Club.
Biola Filipino club president invites everyone to a rising community.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

In recent months, the Biola Filipino club, known as Biola Barkada, has had an explosion of activity and membership. The current president of the club, sophomore business major Jacob Cayanan, sheds light on the club’s revival, recent growth and its vision. ORIGINS When Cayanan entered Biola as a freshman,...

Max McLean resurrects C.S. Lewis in “C.S. Lewis Onstage: Further Up & Further In”

Max McLean resurrects C.S. Lewis in “C.S. Lewis Onstage: Further Up & Further In” held in La Mirada Theatre 
on March 12, 2025
The Christian theatre pioneer brings the influential writer to Biolans on behalf of Biola’s Conservatory
Nathan Allee, Freelancer March 18, 2025

On March 12, Biolans, La Miradans and members of the wider community packed the La Mirada Theatre to see their favorite Christian apologist speak in “Further Up & Further In.” The lights dimmed and the beginning of creation was demonstrated through the use of the digital background when C.S....

Come, let us return to the Lord

Congregation sings hymns at an outdoor church service
Four compelling hymns that call for a return to God
Jason Lee, Staff Writer March 15, 2025

The Lenten season is known for many themes, one of which is repentance. Christians who celebrate Lent make a concerted effort to confess their sins to the Lord and to repent from them. Repentance involves deep prayer and meditating on God’s Word, but Christians are also called to “sing psalms,...

“Paddington in Peru” redefines its genre’s bear necessities

Official Paddington in Peru poster
The adored bear’s newest screen appearance does sequels justice while writing a love letter to film
Nathan Allee, Freelancer March 10, 2025

This is a day and age where sequels usually produce a rolling eye or a heavy sigh. Nevertheless, people still watch them to see what journeys their heroes embark on. The hope lies in thinking Hollywood would hit the mark but the shot is often a gamble. I will be honest in saying I was very nervous when...

Trusting in the Music

Students perform another student’s original composition at the Composition Concert, Feb. 19, 2025.
A student composer shares the story and process behind his music.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor February 28, 2025

For some, music is more than just something to play or listen to; it’s a lifeline. “I trust music because it has opened up so many doors with honor bands, college and Biola,” said freshman music education and composition major Andy Magruder. Magruder composed a piece of music for the recent...

Ballet, music, plays and more

La Mirada Theatre located on 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada Ca. is just a short walk from campus. Feb. 24, 2025
Enjoy performances at the La Mirada Theatre
Jason Lee, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

Are you looking for something to do instead of studying? Take a trip to the La Mirada Theatre to enjoy performing arts. The La Mirada Theatre is about a mile away from the Biola. It’s within walking distance, making it a great place to visit for those living on campus. Listed below are several...

Upcoming Movies at Theaters Near You!

Upcoming Movies at Theaters Near You!
Check out the dates of some upcoming, highly-anticipated releases.
Alexis Marion, Staff Writer February 20, 2025

2025 is sure to bring some great new films out of Hollywood and beyond to our theaters, whether this be new additions to superhero universes, remakes of classics or brand new narratives. Check out the dates of some upcoming, highly-anticipated releases. March 7, 2025 - “Mickey 17” is written and...

Nate Norell and Dylan Bradshaw won the Doritos Crash the Super Bowl Contest

Behind-the-scene shots of Nate Norell and Dylan Bradshaw’s extraterrestrial commercial.
The creativity of two young men landed them $1,000,000 and an experience they’ll never forget.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor February 19, 2025

On Feb. 3, Biola announced on their Instagram that alumnus Nate Norell, Dylan Bradshaw and the rest of their team won the Doritos Crash the Super Bowl Contest. Their commercial, titled “Abduction,” aired on live television during the 2025 Super Bowl on Feb. 9. But how did Norell and Bradshaw come...

“She Loves Me:” A whimsical musical where love is clouded by shortsightedness

The main characters Amalia Balash played by Jesenya Rivera-Puls (Left), and George Nowack played by Andrew Ambrose (second from left) in “She loves me” musical.
Cast members describe their thoughts on themes of first impressions and relationships.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

In a collaboration between Biola Music and Theatre, the Biola Conservatory of Music presented the musical “She Loves Me” from Feb. 6 to Feb. 9. This romantic story is full of humor and sweetness but reveals a common problem in human relationships: letting first impressions dictate your opinions of...

“Dog Man” barks up the right tree

Dog Man 2025
The animated adaptation capitalizes on continued cravings for the hyper-stylized aesthetic
Nathan Allee, Freelancer February 13, 2025

The dump months are upon us when the films of January and February contain little effort or appeal. However, this year’s season has been met with the unprecedented exception of “Dog Man.” The film is no Oscar winner, but somehow manages to stand out from the usual assortment of winter releases....

The Archers Behind Parking Lot C

Students taking an archery class shoot at the range. Many of the students in the class are also part of the archery club to further their skills.
Want to learn a new, unique sport? Set your sights on the Biola Archery Club.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer February 8, 2025

Are you looking for a physical activity with low commitment and stamina requirements, but one that still provides a unique challenge? Archery may be a good sport for you to try out. Biola does offer archery classes, but they are known for running out of space quickly during class registration. There...

Between the Pages: On books, faith and learning with Darin Lenz

Between the Pages: On books, faith and learning with Darin Lenz
A Historian’s Favorite Read
Clarissa Jocelyn, Managing Editor February 8, 2025

“Between the Pages” is a Q-and-A series that explores one’s life through books that have shaped and influenced them. Books affect the forming of souls, and together these souls make up our community. Through both ancient and contemporary writings, we unveil the wisdom that underlies our community. Darin...