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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Fire drills kindle mixed feelings

Infographic shows the current and budgeted funds to ugrade fire alert technology. | Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
Students think that the number of fire drills in the dorms during the semester are unnecessary.
Jocelyn Meza, Writer December 4, 2014
Students think that the number of fire drills in the dorms during the semester are unnecessary.

Farewell, Associated Students

Infographic shows the new structure of AS. | Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
In an effort to prioritize student advocacy, AS divides into separate government and event planning organizations.
Torie Hamilton, Writer December 3, 2014
In an effort to prioritize student advocacy, AS divides into separate government and event planning organizations.

Death education rises in popularity

Illustration by Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
Although many assume the idea of death is far from young adults, college students are still enrolling in classes to teach them about what is to come.
Sarah Pineda, Writer December 3, 2014
Although many assume the idea of death is far from young adults, college students are still enrolling in classes to teach them about what is to come.

Yaking with Yik Yak

Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
A representative from the popular app answers questions about it’s usage.
Dayna Drum, Writer December 2, 2014
A representative from the popular app answers questions about it’s usage.

Crime Log: Nov. 18 — Nov. 30

Crime Log: Nov. 18 — Nov. 30
Sexual battery, a hit and run, and possession of alcohol make up this week's crime log.
Torie Hamilton, Writer December 2, 2014
Sexual battery, a hit and run, and possession of alcohol make up this week's crime log.

Run down

Campus Safety Chief John Ojeisekhoba and his crew of officers put on equipment in preparation for the active shooter drill held on Wednesday, August 14. The drill coordinated with SWAT and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department to prepare officers for any situation. The increased security in chapel is part of Ojeisekhoba's plan to make Biola as safe as possible. | Courtesy of Campus Safety
Students chase off-campus trespassers after attempted theft.
Grace Gibney, Writer December 2, 2014
Students chase off-campus trespassers after attempted theft.

Riding solo

The Biola shuttle bus waits for passengers at its pick-up area south of the pool. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Biola responds to students’ shuttle woes, hiring an additional driver to ensure weekend transportation off campus.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer December 1, 2014
Biola responds to students’ shuttle woes, hiring an additional driver to ensure weekend transportation off campus.

Deck the lawn

The crowd welcomes the Christmas season with fake snow and a brightly lit tree.
Students welcome artificial tree and new location on Metzger lawn.
Kiara Ray Bernal, Writer December 1, 2014
Students welcome artificial tree and new location on Metzger lawn.

Christmas concert venue change

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
AS voted on student initiatives from last week’s open proposal meeting.
Dayna Drum, Writer November 24, 2014
AS voted on student initiatives from last week’s open proposal meeting.

Casting open for Biola TV show

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Producer for Biola TV show is hosting student auditions over the weekend, and possibly extending into next week.
Anna Frost, Writer November 22, 2014
Producer for Biola TV show is hosting student auditions over the weekend, and possibly extending into next week.

Rebranding Associated Students

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Associated Students to split into two different branches in the Fall of 2015.
Dayna Drum, Writer November 21, 2014
Associated Students to split into two different branches in the Fall of 2015.

No soup for you

Infographic shows Biola student's opinions regarding the right to refuse service to same-sex couples. | Infographic by Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
Students at Biola support the idea that religious business owners should be able to refuse service to certain individuals, such as homosexuals.
Vivian Torres, Writer November 19, 2014
Students at Biola support the idea that religious business owners should be able to refuse service to certain individuals, such as homosexuals.