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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Christmas tree lighting partners with festive concert

Senior Tenielle Schroeder, sophomore Rebekah Schlick, and junior Holly Emerson share a laugh underneath the freshly fallen fake snow. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
The annual Christmas tree lighting event will feature a free concert consisting of popular music artists.
Dayna Drum, Writer December 5, 2013
The annual Christmas tree lighting event will feature a free concert consisting of popular music artists.

Suspect nabbed in string of bike thefts

Campus safety is warning drivers and bike riders alike to be more conscious of their belongings. | Lindsey Manus/THE CHIMES
A suspect was discovered by Campus Safety after three bicycles were reported stolen last week.
Katie Nelson, Writer December 5, 2013
A suspect was discovered by Campus Safety after three bicycles were reported stolen last week.

Biola Chorale’s coffee house to showcase music

The Biola chorale hosts coffee house fundraiser for their program.
Carlos Ballesteros, Writer December 3, 2013
The Biola chorale hosts coffee house fundraiser for their program.

Crime Log: Dec. 6, 2013

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
Campus Safety is currently investigating the theft of three bicycles this week.
Anna Frost, Writer December 3, 2013
Campus Safety is currently investigating the theft of three bicycles this week.

AS Senate Rundown: Nov. 21, 2013

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
The Senate passed an amendment that will change the structure of AS and announced election information night.
Dayna Drum, Writer December 2, 2013
The Senate passed an amendment that will change the structure of AS and announced election information night.

Shuttle still lacking locations, passengers

The Biola shuttle bus waits for passengers at its pick-up area south of the pool. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Students are still concerned about the shuttle's limited resources.
Katie Nelson, Writer December 2, 2013
Students are still concerned about the shuttle's limited resources.

Bookstore construction to finish by end of the week

Instead of being located in the center of the room, the checkout counter is now against the northwest wall. | Natalie Lockard/THE CHIMES
Follett Corporation overhauls the bookstore with a convenient store and expanded reading areas.
Aimee Nelson, Writer November 20, 2013
Follett Corporation overhauls the bookstore with a convenient store and expanded reading areas.

Biola simplifies financial aid process

Kalli Thommen/THE CHIMES
Biola makes helpful changes to the financial aid system to make the process more efficient for students.
Kathryn Toombs, Writer November 20, 2013
Biola makes helpful changes to the financial aid system to make the process more efficient for students.

Crime Log: Nov. 21, 2013

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
Two counts of disturbing the peace makes up this week's crime log.
Anna Frost, Writer November 19, 2013
Two counts of disturbing the peace makes up this week's crime log.

Vinyl record sales thrive, thanks to students

Senior Clarke Andros peeks inside a sleeve at his vinyl record. Andros, like several other Biola students, still purchase vinyl records despite being submerged in the digital age. | Courtesy of Ky Sisson
Student collectors contribute to keeping record stores in business.
Ky Sisson, Writer November 18, 2013
Student collectors contribute to keeping record stores in business.

Tunnel, stoplight under consideration to fix traffic jams

In hopes to aid in the traffic jams, both vehicular and pedestrian, Campus Safety officer Archie Mendoza serves as crossing guard to control the build-up after chapel on Monday and Wednesdays. | Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Campus Safety and administration are partnering to find a solution to traffic problems on campus.
Elissa Buckles, Writer November 18, 2013
Campus Safety and administration are partnering to find a solution to traffic problems on campus.

Library archives mold free and open to students

Mold was found in the library archives on September 23. To help determine why the mold started growing, Healthy Buildings has installed data loggers in the archive room to get hourly readings on the temperature and moisture in the room, Beth Cain, assistant director of facilities management said. | Photo courtesy of Matt Johnson
Students are now able to use the library archives after being closed for nearly two months.
Dayna Drum, Writer November 18, 2013
Students are now able to use the library archives after being closed for nearly two months.