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The Chimes

University taking steps to reduce overcrowding

Although a large amount of construction is happening on campus, Biola is continuing to take steps to help reduce overcrowding.
Jackie Grade, Writer April 17, 2013
Although a large amount of construction is happening on campus, Biola is continuing to take steps to help reduce overcrowding.

AS Senate Rundown: April 11, 2013

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
The senate passed five proposals and denied one.
Julia Henning, Writer April 16, 2013
The senate passed five proposals and denied one.

Cultural center opening creates hope of continued diversity conversations

Rachel Adams/THE CHIMES
The Mosaic Cultural Center in Rose Hall opened on April 15.
Katie Nelson, Writer April 16, 2013
The Mosaic Cultural Center in Rose Hall opened on April 15.

Wickham brothers to head first Heart of Worship Conference

Phil Wickham shares about how his new song, "When My Heart is Torn," explores the hope that we have in Jesus Christ, no matter what we are facing. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Phil and Evan Wickham will be performing at the first Heart of Worship Conference hosted by Associated Students.
Austin Champion, Writer April 11, 2013
Phil and Evan Wickham will be performing at the first Heart of Worship Conference hosted by Associated Students.

Biola students awarded for volunteer work

LASD honored Justin Von Konsky and Robert Carlson with appreciation awards for their volunteer work with at-risk teens.
Jackie Grade, Writer April 10, 2013
LASD honored Justin Von Konsky and Robert Carlson with appreciation awards for their volunteer work with at-risk teens.

Forgiveness Awareness Week sees a variety of perspectives

Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
This year's Forgiveness Awareness Week has speakers from around the country answering the question of why we should forgive.
Lauren Cline, Writer April 9, 2013
This year's Forgiveness Awareness Week has speakers from around the country answering the question of why we should forgive.

Biola students hesitate to accept gun bill

Students respond to the gun bill that will be brought to the Senate.
Anna Frost, Writer April 8, 2013
Students respond to the gun bill that will be brought to the Senate.

Senate bill may reduce public college crowding

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Massive online credit courses may become an option for California public schools.
Sarah Seman and Jared Dobbs March 28, 2013
Massive online credit courses may become an option for California public schools.

Man arrested on campus for suspected stolen property

A man was arrested on campus due to possession of a possibly stolen medallion on Wednesday night.
Anna Frost, Writer March 28, 2013
A man was arrested on campus due to possession of a possibly stolen medallion on Wednesday night.

Students involved in on-campus DUI

Students were found driving under the influence in a Lower Campus parking lot.
Anna Frost, Writer March 28, 2013
Students were found driving under the influence in a Lower Campus parking lot.

New ski safety bill results in mixed reactions

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California proposes stricter safety laws for ski resorts.
Danielle De Phillips, Writer March 28, 2013
California proposes stricter safety laws for ski resorts.

Study shows benefits of beards as sun protection

Junior Clark Andros | John Buchanan/THE CHIMES
A recent study shows that there might be more benefits to beards besides being trendy.
Rachel Rohm, Writer March 28, 2013
A recent study shows that there might be more benefits to beards besides being trendy.