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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Crime Log: April 19 — 24

Crime Log: April 19 — 24
A fire and instances of petty theft make up this week's crime log.
Sarah Pineda, Writer April 28, 2015
A fire and instances of petty theft make up this week's crime log.

Funding cap on annual dorm events passed

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The senate heard four proposals and voted on a funding limit on residence hall events.
Dayna Drum, Writer April 26, 2015
The senate heard four proposals and voted on a funding limit on residence hall events.

it’s whatever joins the dark side, wins Mock Rock 2015

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Returning group it’s whatever brings villains to life, winning them a trophy.
Grace Gibney, Sarah Pineda, and Alondra Urizar April 24, 2015
Returning group it’s whatever brings villains to life, winning them a trophy.

Cafe opening kickstarts eatery renovations

Cafe opening kickstarts eatery renovations
While the Heritage Cafe boasts new eating options, Facilities plans to update popular eating areas around campus.
Grace Gibney, Writer April 22, 2015
While the Heritage Cafe boasts new eating options, Facilities plans to update popular eating areas around campus.

Sexual assault off-campus: annual security reports are not the whole story

Cherri Yoon/THE CHIMES
Sexual assault is more likely to occur off-campus, although Biola University is not required to report these incidences to the U.S. Department of the Education.
Nicole Foy, Writer April 22, 2015
Sexual assault is more likely to occur off-campus, although Biola University is not required to report these incidences to the U.S. Department of the Education.

Michael Jace set to go to another pre-trial

Michael Jace set to go to another pre-trial
Almost a year after the death of April Jace, her husband undergoes a series of pre-trials.
Dayna Drum, Writer April 22, 2015
Almost a year after the death of April Jace, her husband undergoes a series of pre-trials.

Terminally ill patients may be granted assisted suicide in California

Terminally ill patients may be granted assisted suicide in California
California’s End of Life Option Act will allow terminally ill patients to choose physician-assisted suicide if passed.
Sarah Pineda, Writer April 22, 2015
California’s End of Life Option Act will allow terminally ill patients to choose physician-assisted suicide if passed.

Biola questions education model

Biola is considering the education model and is currently discussing the implementation of a trimester system, according to Freddy Cardoza, department chair of Christian education. | Quincy Liao/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Since the four-year academic model does not suit all students seeking to earn a degree, Biola considers other options.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer April 21, 2015
Since the four-year academic model does not suit all students seeking to earn a degree, Biola considers other options.

Mock Rock teams ready to perform

Co-hosts Jordan McKinney and Devon Maslyn dance along to a One Direction song on the Wii between performances during last year's Mock Rock. | Natalie Lockard/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Performers and organizers for this years' Mock Rock hint toward an unforgettable show.
Dakota Ball, Writer April 21, 2015
Performers and organizers for this years' Mock Rock hint toward an unforgettable show.

AS gears up for upcoming events

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With Mock Rock and the Ace Hotel concert fast approaching, senators evaluate additional funding proposals from fellow staffers.
Grace Gibney, Writer April 20, 2015
With Mock Rock and the Ace Hotel concert fast approaching, senators evaluate additional funding proposals from fellow staffers.

Indiana religious freedom law sparks discussion

Indiana passes IRFRA amendment that aims to protect churches and non-profit organizations.
Sarah Pineda, Writer April 15, 2015
Indiana passes IRFRA amendment that aims to protect churches and non-profit organizations.

Campus meals lack local touch

Campus meals lack local touch
Bon Appetit falls short of meeting their goal of serving 20 percent of campus food from local growers.
Savannah Melton, Writer April 15, 2015
Bon Appetit falls short of meeting their goal of serving 20 percent of campus food from local growers.