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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Student Development addresses rising mental health concerns

Biolans reflect on their well-being during Mental Health Awareness Week.
High risk and emotional care cases have increased by 103% since 2011, pastoral care reports.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Hannah Harkness fell in love with Biola as a sophomore in high school. Now a senior English major, she says she felt like God was leading her to come here. After the first day of orientation, she called her mom: “Mom, I can’t stay here,...

Star pitcher drafted to Washington Nationals

Former Eagles left-handed pitcher Troy Stainbrook propels a fireball good enough for a new MLB status.
Troy Stainbrook was drafted by the Nationals over the summer and will play for the team’s minor league affiliate in Spring 2021.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Last spring, left-handed pitcher Troy Stainbrook dominated the mound, catching the eyes of MLB scouts. For the Eagles last season, he struck out 53 batters in 41.1 innings, pitched a 2.18 ERA and only let opposing batters hit .208 against...

An unexpected loss for anthropology majors

Diminishing enrollment in anthropology program led to closure.
The anthropology department closed over the summer due to financial restraints and low enrollment.
Kaylee Galvez and Brittany Ung October 3, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). Over the summer, anthropology majors were surprised that the Department of Anthropology had shut down. Due to budget cuts, the President’s Cabinet made the decision to phase out a number of academic programs. After the cabinet found the...

Hong Kong protests hit home for Biola community

Hong Kong citizens protest against the injustice in their city.
7,250 miles away, Hong Kong’s political unrest stirs up fears for global students.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor September 21, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). Kelly Pun, a junior communication sciences and disorders student, sat in a Hong Kong restaurant with her family. As they ate, a man walked by with a long bamboo stick––like the scaffolding that holds up construction projects. Her...

Speech and debate team settles on closure

The former Biola debate team discussing their strategy for upcoming competitions.
Biola’s forensics team officially comes to an end after a five-year examination.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor September 21, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). Biola’s speech and debate team has officially been shut down, dean for the School of Fine Arts and Communication Todd Guy announced over the summer. After five years of fighting to keep its place at the university, the Biola’s debate...

Eagles step into official NCAA Division II membership

Biola students celebrate during the 2018 Biola v.s. Azusa Pacific game.
The Eagles are now eligible for Division II postseason play.
Andi Basista, News Editor September 21, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). After two years of provisional NCAA Division II membership, Biola Athletics officially became a full and active DII school over the summer. The Eagles entered provisional DII membership during the summer of 2016 after 52 years in the...

Immigration restriction creates unnecessary difficulties

Immigration restriction creates unnecessary difficulties
After recent immigration reforms enacted by Trump, we need to change the way we discuss immigration.
Maria Weyne, News Editor September 20, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). Immigration has been a hot topic during Donald Trump's presidency as many of his reforms seek to prevent illegal immigration and tighten the Southern border. This causes Americans to shift their focus toward two types of immigrants:...

Mass immigration destabilizes nations

Mass immigration destabilizes nations
In addressing the massive flow of asylum seekers, the U.S. must focus on stabilizing regions.
Marc DeJager, Staff Writer (Fall 2019) September 20, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). The crisis of refugees arriving at the U.S. southern border cannot be ignored. According to the Center for Immigration Studies, in recent decades the majority of migrants arriving at the southern border were adult men seeking work, but...

Music Therapy degree program set to come to Biola

Music Therapy degree program set to come to Biola
Biola aims to add a Music Therapy degree option to its Conservatory of Music.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor September 20, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). With music on the rise as a powerful, unique method of therapy, the growing interest is being met by the communications and music departments. MUSIC THERAPY MEETS BIOLA Biola plans to implement a music therapy degree option into its...

Biola cuts the ribbon on new Veteran Center

Biola cuts the ribbon on new Veteran Center
The new Veteran Center hopes to foster community for military associated students.
Maria Weyne, News Editor September 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). Outside the Student Union Building students, veterans, alumni and family packed black foldable chairs propped on the SUB lawn. They sat in front of the podium where President Barry Corey, state Sen. Bob Archuleta, state Assembly Majority...

Tennis Center gets a facelift

Biola Tennis Center opens up their newly renovated courts.
The renovations come after over a decade of fundraising and will improve the recruiting process and efficiency during matches.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor September 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). Biola hosted the grand opening ceremony of the new Tennis Center last Saturday morning. Fans, local supporters and honored guest Michael Chang, the 1989 French Open Champion arrived for a short ceremony and even played on the courts for...

Rich Kids Comedy offers comic relief

Psychology major Carissa Tereba, communications studies major Landon Hawley, and engineering physics major Josh Bernstein perform their comedy act in Mayers Auditorium on September 13, 2019.
Witty club members pack out Mayers Auditorium to entertain with improv.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 19, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). From finalizing school schedules to setting up new dorm rooms, settling back into the routine of school can be exhausting. With the stress that can come in the first couple weeks of the semester, some Biolans may need nothing more than...