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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Technological multitasking fosters dopamine addiction

Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
Multitasking with electronic devices impairs efficiency and alters brain function.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 3, 2015
Multitasking with electronic devices impairs efficiency and alters brain function.

Associated Students optimistic about senate elections

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Despite the past lack of interest in senate positions, Associated Students feels certain that the changes made to the election timing will help attract more students.
Hannah McCauley, Writer March 3, 2015
Despite the past lack of interest in senate positions, Associated Students feels certain that the changes made to the election timing will help attract more students.

New Virginia legislation pushes for improved student care

Two bills passed in Virginia to help identify and address students with suicidal tendencies and mental health issues, which have already been in place at Biola.
Sarah Pineda, Writer March 3, 2015
Two bills passed in Virginia to help identify and address students with suicidal tendencies and mental health issues, which have already been in place at Biola.

Crime Log: Feb. 22-26

Crime Log: Feb. 22-26
Instances of a hit and run and possession of marijuana make up this week's crime log.
Sarah Pineda, Writer March 3, 2015
Instances of a hit and run and possession of marijuana make up this week's crime log.

Senators allot funding for basketball tickets

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Senators prepare for the possibility of hosting this year’s GSAC Women’s basketball semi-finals.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 2, 2015
Senators prepare for the possibility of hosting this year’s GSAC Women’s basketball semi-finals.

Q&A with SGA’s first presidential team

Juniors Taylor Stribbling and Drew Mattocks join their victory party while receiving the election results from AS president Tyler Hormel. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES [file photo]
The new Student Government Association’s first president and senior vice-president share in-depth goals for their newly acquired positions.
Dayna Drum, Writer February 25, 2015
The new Student Government Association’s first president and senior vice-president share in-depth goals for their newly acquired positions.

Marijuana possession rises on campus

Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Crime statistics show an increase in drug violations at Biola as well as other Christian universities.
Sarah Pineda, Writer February 25, 2015
Crime statistics show an increase in drug violations at Biola as well as other Christian universities.

Starbucks, Chick-fil-A receive warm welcomes

Biola and Bon Appetit have agreed to welcome outside vendors such as Chick-fil-A and Starbucks to serve products on campus in an effort to cater to popular student demands. | commons.wikimedia.org
Biola and Bon Appetit have agreed to welcome outside vendors such as Chick-fil-A and Starbucks to serve products on campus in an effort to cater to popular student demands.
Dakota Ball, Writer February 25, 2015
Biola and Bon Appetit have agreed to welcome outside vendors such as Chick-fil-A and Starbucks to serve products on campus in an effort to cater to popular student demands.

North Hall opens for student visitors

A room is set up in the new North Hall dorm for students to tour, giving viewers an idea of what the completed rooms will look like in the fall.  |  Marika Adamopoulos/THE CHIMES
With housing selection approaching in March, students tour North Hall rooms.
Grace Gibney, Writer February 24, 2015
With housing selection approaching in March, students tour North Hall rooms.

A drought of awareness in California

Infographic by Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
Biola addresses California’s persistent drought issues through various campus adjustments.
Alondra Urizar, Writer February 24, 2015
Biola addresses California’s persistent drought issues through various campus adjustments.

Crime Log Feb. 16-23

Crime Log Feb. 16-23
Sexual battery and vehicle burglary make up this week's crime log.
Sarah Pineda, Writer February 24, 2015
Sexual battery and vehicle burglary make up this week's crime log.

Senators limit funding for Horton festivity

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
After debating funding for Mosaic Masquerade, senators place cap at $5,000
Grace Gibney, Writer February 24, 2015
After debating funding for Mosaic Masquerade, senators place cap at $5,000