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The Chimes

A New Identity for Political Science

Students have a discussion in their international relations class taught by Professor Tom Copeland. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
For the first time in Biola history, the Political Science major branches off and becomes its own department.
Victoria Leigh Ward, Writer September 16, 2014
For the first time in Biola history, the Political Science major branches off and becomes its own department.

Crime Log: Sept. 9 — Sept. 16

Crime Log: Sept. 9 — Sept. 16
Incidents of theft, fire and underage alcohol consumption occurred this week on campus.
Torie Hamilton, Writer September 16, 2014
Incidents of theft, fire and underage alcohol consumption occurred this week on campus.

West Nile virus strikes in lower Orange County

The West Nile virus continues to raise questions due to the its concerning risk factor. This infographic from the Orange County Vector Control District shows where the West Nile Virus has affected people in the Orange County area in 2014. | ocvcd.org
The West Nile virus continues to raise questions due to the its concerning risk factor.
Torie Hamilton, Writer September 16, 2014
The West Nile virus continues to raise questions due to the its concerning risk factor.

Cinema and media arts upgrades to the professional level

Cinema and media arts upgrades to the professional level
The Cinema and Media Arts Department receives valuable new equipment for the Production Center.
Sarah Giovannini, Writer September 15, 2014
The Cinema and Media Arts Department receives valuable new equipment for the Production Center.

Biola responds to Ebola outbreak

Nursing students Jin Lee and Eunice Lee practice taking each others blood pressure. Students involved in the nursing program are now preparing to serve overseas. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
Biola's intercultural studies and nursing programs prepare their students for serving overseas.
Joel Smith, Writer September 14, 2014
Biola's intercultural studies and nursing programs prepare their students for serving overseas.

AS Senate Rundown: Sep. 11

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
A update regarding partnership with the PAC and discussion of the first open proposal day of the semester make up this week's senate rundown.
Dayna Drum, Writer September 12, 2014
A update regarding partnership with the PAC and discussion of the first open proposal day of the semester make up this week's senate rundown.

Nationball 2014 Roundup

Nationball 2014 Roundup
This year's Nationball tournament featured Emerson's last performance and on-campus residents teaming up to take on the OCC.
Kathryn Toombs, Writer September 12, 2014
This year's Nationball tournament featured Emerson's last performance and on-campus residents teaming up to take on the OCC.

Surprise support spurs Emerson to Nationball win

Sophomore Joey LeSuer and his fellow Emerson Hall residents link arms to protect the women of Alpha for the last time in history at Nationball 2014. | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Emerson claims victory in a surprise turn of events during this year's Nationball.
Grace Gibney and Torie Hamilton September 12, 2014
Emerson claims victory in a surprise turn of events during this year's Nationball.

Student silence allows insects to spread unhindered

A swarm of ants attacks a french fry outside the Biola Café. | Jenny Oetzell/THE CHIMES
The presence of unwanted critters causes a variety of problems for on-campus residents.
Dayna Drum, Writer September 10, 2014
The presence of unwanted critters causes a variety of problems for on-campus residents.

Sparks fly in South Horton room

A small fire occurred in South Horton Sept. 10 around 3:20pm.
Dayna Drum, Writer September 10, 2014
A small fire occurred in South Horton Sept. 10 around 3:20pm.

Wake Up Call: Remembering Sept. 11

Students from Biola and other universities undergo ROTC training at Cal State Fullerton, which teaches them the foundation of military drills. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
As September 11 approaches, readers are reminded of the importance of the American military.
Peter Rothermel VI, Writer September 10, 2014
As September 11 approaches, readers are reminded of the importance of the American military.

Crime Log: September 2 — September 7

Crime Log: September 2 — September 7
Several instances of students playing basketball after hours make up this week's crime log.
Torie Hamilton, Writer September 10, 2014
Several instances of students playing basketball after hours make up this week's crime log.