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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Same-sex marriage moves toward nationwide legalization

Fourteen states have legalized same-sex marriage, with three coming to a decision soon. There is estimated to be over 70,000 legal same-sex marriages currently in the United States, according to a June 26, 2013 Pew Research Center report. | Courtesy of wikimedia.org
New Jersey legalized same-sex marriage on Sept. 27.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 28, 2013
New Jersey legalized same-sex marriage on Sept. 27.

Mental illness stigma addressed at panel discussion

Author of "Freefall to Fly," Rebekah Lyons shares about being plagued with anxiety after moving to New York City and how it led to her surrender. Each presenter at the event was given seven minutes to share prior to the panel discussion. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Biola CCT hosted Freefall to Fly event that discussed psychology and Christian spirituality.
Grace Gibney, Writer October 28, 2013
Biola CCT hosted Freefall to Fly event that discussed psychology and Christian spirituality.

Critically acclaimed baritone to perform for concert series

Russian baritone Leonid Smetannikov will be performing at the Biola Conservatory on Nov. 2. In addition to his performance, he will be teaching a master class for a select number of vocal performance students. | Courtesy of wikimedia.org
Russian performer to come to Biola in early November.
Ashleigh Fox, Writer October 28, 2013
Russian performer to come to Biola in early November.

Crime Log: Oct. 31, 2013

Crime Log: Oct. 31, 2013
A stolen purse and a parking structure dance party make up this week's Crime Log.
Anna Frost, Writer October 28, 2013
A stolen purse and a parking structure dance party make up this week's Crime Log.

AS Senate Rundown: Oct. 24, 2013

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Students present many ideas before the Senate on the second open proposal day of the year.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 28, 2013
Students present many ideas before the Senate on the second open proposal day of the year.

Magician wins at packed Punk ‘n Pie

Sophomore Brady Lee marvels at his $500 prize for winning first place with his evangelism magic act. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
Sophomore Brady Lee takes the first place title for this year's Punk 'n Pie event.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 26, 2013
Sophomore Brady Lee takes the first place title for this year's Punk 'n Pie event.

Crowded venues cause AS to pursue new options

Student pack into the bleachers for the Wednesday afternoon session of Torrey Conference. It wasn't uncommon for students to fan themselves throughout the sessions due to the warm conditions. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
The PAC press conference discussed the possibility of building a convocation center on campus.
Katie Nelson, Writer October 23, 2013
The PAC press conference discussed the possibility of building a convocation center on campus.

PAC discusses key issues at press conference

President Barry Corey speaks during the press conference on October 22. During the conference, the President's Administrative Council outlined important issues including the statement on transgenderism and the status of the health care lawsuit. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
This year's PAC conference addressed the topics of transgenderism, lawsuits, fall commencement, and a possible new major.
Anna Frost, Writer October 23, 2013
This year's PAC conference addressed the topics of transgenderism, lawsuits, fall commencement, and a possible new major.

EagleFest debut paves way for Midnight Madness

The famed Biola eagle makes an appearance at Eagle Fest, a pep rally to celebrate the fall sports. Students who attended this first-time event received free "Red Sea" shirts, pom-poms and popcorn. | Karin Jensen/THE CHIMES
A new event sponsored by Associated Students promotes fall athletics.
Augusta McDonnell, Writer October 23, 2013
A new event sponsored by Associated Students promotes fall athletics.

Crime Log: Oct. 24, 2013

Crime Log: Oct. 24, 2013
Disturbing the peace, a stolen bike tire, and a hit and run make up this week's crime log.
Anna Frost, Writer October 22, 2013
Disturbing the peace, a stolen bike tire, and a hit and run make up this week's crime log.

New parking structure will include charging stations for electric vehicles

40 electric car charging stations, similar to ones shown, will be a feature added to the new parking structure. | Creative Commons/wikimedia.org
Due to the CAL Green code requirements the new parking structure will have spaces designated for electric cars.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 20, 2013
Due to the CAL Green code requirements the new parking structure will have spaces designated for electric cars.

Campus crime rate lowest in last decade

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
An increased office presence on campus has lessened the amount of campus crime.
Alex Bell, Writer October 20, 2013
An increased office presence on campus has lessened the amount of campus crime.