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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Together LA creates catalyst for city engagement

| Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Biola partners with the TogetherLA conference in an effort to reconnect with the city of Los Angeles.
Torie Hamilton, Writer October 22, 2014
Biola partners with the TogetherLA conference in an effort to reconnect with the city of Los Angeles.

Racial tension stems from offensive comments to minorities

Infographic compares the Biola undergraduate population by race or ethnicity. | Infographic by Angelica Abalos/THE CHIMES
Biola strives to eliminate racial tensions on campus creating a multi-ethnic student community.
Jocelyn Meza, Writer October 22, 2014
Biola strives to eliminate racial tensions on campus creating a multi-ethnic student community.

Heritage Cafe will provide new dining option in Library

Drawing depicts what the new Heritage Cafe will look like from the outside of the library. | Photo courtesy of Don Sims and Greg Balsano
A new cafe is set to open in the library next spring.
Luke Taylor, Writer October 22, 2014
A new cafe is set to open in the library next spring.

Punk N’ Pie to showcase diverse acts

This year's Punk 'n' Pie hosts Zac Brisson and Riley Mailman have tailored their jokes so that every member of the audience will have a good laugh. | Photo courtesy of Associated Students
People involved with Punk N' Pie prepare for their upcoming performances in the show.
Sarah Pineda, Writer October 22, 2014
People involved with Punk N' Pie prepare for their upcoming performances in the show.

Great ShakeOut brings awareness through simulation

Graduate student Erin Sullenger pretends to be injured at the Shake Out earthquake drill on Oct. 16. | Jenny Oetzell/THE CHIMES
Last week, Biola hosted the "Great ShakeOut," a simulation intended to raise disaster awareness and preparedness.
Torie Hamilton, Writer October 22, 2014
Last week, Biola hosted the "Great ShakeOut," a simulation intended to raise disaster awareness and preparedness.

Crime Log: Oct. 13 — Oct. 21

Crime Log: Oct. 13 — Oct. 21
Two hit and runs and a grand theft auto make up this week's crime log.
Torie Hamilton, Writer October 22, 2014
Two hit and runs and a grand theft auto make up this week's crime log.

Students fight to keep LA Literature class

Professor Larry Smith teaches during his Los Angeles Literature class. | Laurie Bullock/THE CHIMES
Students petition the English department to reconsider their decision to cancel the Los Angeles Literature class.
Brittney Reynolds, Writer October 21, 2014
Students petition the English department to reconsider their decision to cancel the Los Angeles Literature class.

Torrey Conference 2014: Day Two Storify Roundup

Torrey Conference 2014: Day Two Storify Roundup
Storify Roundup for day two of Torrey Conference 2014.
Kathryn Toombs, Writer October 16, 2014
Storify Roundup for day two of Torrey Conference 2014.

Torrey Conference 2014: Day One Storify Roundup

Torrey Conference 2014: Day One Storify Roundup
Students respond to the first day of Torrey Conference 2014 on Twitter and Instagram.
Kathryn Toombs, Writer October 15, 2014
Students respond to the first day of Torrey Conference 2014 on Twitter and Instagram.

Spiritual Development collaborates with students for Torrey Conference

| Anna Warner/THE CHIMES
In an attempt to better connect with the student audience, spiritual development hired a group of students to assist them during Torrey Conference.
Dayna Drum and Grace Gibney October 15, 2014
In an attempt to better connect with the student audience, spiritual development hired a group of students to assist them during Torrey Conference.

New clubs seeks to increase political awareness on campus

| Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Students involved with Young Americans for Liberty work to raise political awareness and encourage a higher level of political activity on campus.
Jenna Kubiak, Writer October 14, 2014
Students involved with Young Americans for Liberty work to raise political awareness and encourage a higher level of political activity on campus.

Hybrid classes offer options for students

Hybrid classes strive to improve the learning process through the integration of online curriculum and classroom participation.
Jessica McBirney, Writer October 14, 2014
Hybrid classes strive to improve the learning process through the integration of online curriculum and classroom participation.