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The Chimes

Torrey institute reimagining its staff and curriculum

The Torrey Honors Institute, with changes to its staff, come up with innovative ideas for the curriculum.
Timothy Buchanan, Writer March 21, 2013
The Torrey Honors Institute, with changes to its staff, come up with innovative ideas for the curriculum.

Jesus mural conversation continues with release of letter

The Jesus mural, located on the side of Barwell Hall near the Caf, was restored in 2011 and has been at the center of discussion for racial diversity on campus. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
President Corey released a 12-page letter addressing the Jesus mural and racial diversity on Thursday, March 21.
Elizabeth Sallie, Writer March 21, 2013
President Corey released a 12-page letter addressing the Jesus mural and racial diversity on Thursday, March 21.

Biola alum elected to city council after voting mishap

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
After vote tabulation machines broke down on election day, La Mirada City volunteers hand counted votes and declared Biola alum Andrew Sarega winner of the city council seat.
Matt Norman, Writer March 21, 2013
After vote tabulation machines broke down on election day, La Mirada City volunteers hand counted votes and declared Biola alum Andrew Sarega winner of the city council seat.

Biola community partners with La Mirada in clothing drive for LA Dream Center

Biola will be partnering with the city of La Mirada in a clothing drive commemorating National Women’s History Month.
Katie Nelson, Writer March 19, 2013
Biola will be partnering with the city of La Mirada in a clothing drive commemorating National Women’s History Month.

UPDATED: AS plans line dance

The Associated Students spring banquet this year will feature a different theme and includes dancing.
Katie Nelson, Writer March 14, 2013
The Associated Students spring banquet this year will feature a different theme and includes dancing.

Utilities relocation marks beginning of parking structure construction

A fence stands near Alpha blocking off the area for construction workers to build the new parking structure, set to be finished in April of 2014. | John Buchanan/THE CHIMES
The construction of the new parking structure will cause inconveniences in parking for students.
Jason Wheeler, Writer March 14, 2013
The construction of the new parking structure will cause inconveniences in parking for students.

Biola develops transgender policy as Cal Baptist lawsuit appears

To honor the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance, a transgender flag was raised in Harvey Milk Plaza in November for the first time in its history. | Courtesy of torbakhopper [Creative Commons]
After Cal Baptist University was sue by a former transgender student, Biola is developing a transgender policy.
Anna Frost, Writer March 13, 2013
After Cal Baptist University was sue by a former transgender student, Biola is developing a transgender policy.

AS Senate Rundown: March 7, 2013

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
The senate heard three new proposals, denied two and heard five new ones.
Julia Henning, Writer March 12, 2013
The senate heard three new proposals, denied two and heard five new ones.

School of Education to host second annual conference

The Justice, Spirituality, and Education Conference on March 16 seeks to connect the justice movement with education to furthur impact change in the world.
Grace Han, Writer March 12, 2013
The Justice, Spirituality, and Education Conference on March 16 seeks to connect the justice movement with education to furthur impact change in the world.

Changes at Missions conference to include more overflow options

Chase Gymnasium fills to the brim during Wednesday's afternoon session. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Among some of the changes to this year's Missions Conference, twice as many overflow locations will be available.
Jackie Grade, Writer March 12, 2013
Among some of the changes to this year's Missions Conference, twice as many overflow locations will be available.

Ruby Awards serve as centerpiece to Women’s History Month

On Tuesday night, students viewed screening of "It's A Girl," a documentary aout abandoned and trafficked girls, as well as the gendercide that exists in some countries. | Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Biola celebrates Women's History Month in a variety of ways.
Mack Hayden, Writer March 7, 2013
Biola celebrates Women's History Month in a variety of ways.

AS Senate Rundown: Feb. 28, 2013

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
The senate saw eight new proposals and debriefed the AS presidential vote.
Julia Henning, Writer March 7, 2013
The senate saw eight new proposals and debriefed the AS presidential vote.