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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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.

Torrey Conference: There’s an app for that

Torrey Conference: There’s an app for that
The first-ever Torrey app premiered during Torrey conference due to a determined junior’s initiative.
Jared Dobbs, Writer October 20, 2013
The first-ever Torrey app premiered during Torrey conference due to a determined junior’s initiative.

Second day of Torrey Conference Twitter roundup

Director of the film "Praying the Hours" Lauralee Farrer answers questions that were tweeted in by the crowd. One of these inquiries was about the hour of None that was represented in the movie, to which she explained that the hour of None, which is the 3 p.m. hour of the day, is one of melancholy and joy. | Kalli Thommen/THE CHIMES
Another day of witty and thought-provoking tweets from students about Torrey Conference.
Katie Nelson and Anna Frost October 17, 2013
Another day of witty and thought-provoking tweets from students about Torrey Conference.

First day of Torrey Conference Twitter roundup

Phil Vischer explains the importance of letting go by asking the question, "What are the burdens you are carrying?" | Tomber Su/THE CHIMES
Students share their thoughts and opinions regarding Torrey Conference over social media.
Katie Nelson and Anna Frost October 16, 2013
Students share their thoughts and opinions regarding Torrey Conference over social media.

Biola Weekend showcases the “best of Biola”

Kathleen Brown/THE CHIMES
This year's Biola Weekend will feature an intramural rally, food trucks and a photo exhibit.
Augusta McDonnell, Writer October 15, 2013
This year's Biola Weekend will feature an intramural rally, food trucks and a photo exhibit.

Shutdown ends, Biola unaffected

Kathleen Brown/THE CHIMES
The government shutdown barely affects Biola students.
Keri Lusk, Writer October 15, 2013
The government shutdown barely affects Biola students.

Punk ‘n Pie offers backwards breakfast, stand-up comedy and gluten-free pie

Junior Jordan Weaver leads the crowd in singing "so, come on," of Fun.'s "Some Nights" with the group Hau Fun. | John Buchanan/THE CHIMES
Punk 'n Pie event will kick off Biola Weekend on Friday, Oct. 25 in Chase Gymnasium.
Rachelle Cihonski, Writer October 15, 2013
Punk 'n Pie event will kick off Biola Weekend on Friday, Oct. 25 in Chase Gymnasium.