The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Corey: Dancing policy stays

President Corey, citing the "cumulative consideration of many voices," announced at Monday's chapel that, at least for now, social dancing will still not be allowed on campus.
Michelle Orgill, Writer • May 18, 2010
President Corey, citing the "cumulative consideration of many voices," announced at Monday's chapel that, at least for now, social dancing will still not be allowed on campus.

Illusionist performs at Biola, Thoennes loses his head

Erik Thoennes under the guillotine during André Kole's performance Friday night in Sutherland Auditorium. The show was a fundraisier benefiting the California School Project, a group that evangelizes at high schools around Southern California. | BETH CISSEL / The Chimes
André Kole, who incorporates the Gospel message into his performances, performed Saturday in Sutherland Auditorium for a California School Project fundraiser.
Harmony Wheeler, Writer • May 18, 2010
André Kole, who incorporates the Gospel message into his performances, performed Saturday in Sutherland Auditorium for a California School Project fundraiser.

Facebook is losing its status as a safe social network

Recent changes to Facebook’s privacy policies and new tools connecting users’ information to thousands of websites led four U.S. senators to write a letter of concern.
Harmony Wheeler, Writer • May 18, 2010
Recent changes to Facebook’s privacy policies and new tools connecting users’ information to thousands of websites led four U.S. senators to write a letter of concern.

New Talbot complex will break ground May 20

An architect’s rendering shows the planned Talbot School of Theology complex. A campaign is underway to raise funds for the $55.4 million project. | Courtesy Biola.edu
President Corey dubs this month "the miracle month of May 2010" after Biola raises $6.4 million in 40 days for the Talbot complex.
Amy Ritter, Writer • May 12, 2010
President Corey dubs this month "the miracle month of May 2010" after Biola raises $6.4 million in 40 days for the Talbot complex.

Board appoints new chair and welcomes new member

Stan Jantz, a member of the board since 1999 and the former vice chair, will now serve as chairman.
Bethany Miller, Writer • May 12, 2010
Stan Jantz, a member of the board since 1999 and the former vice chair, will now serve as chairman.

What would Jesus tweet?

With an eye on a generation immersed online, Talbot is offering a social media ministry class this summer.
Harmony Wheeler, Writer • May 11, 2010
With an eye on a generation immersed online, Talbot is offering a social media ministry class this summer.

Biola Google Apps going live Thursday

Starting Thursday, all students, faculty and staff will be able to utilize Biola’s new e-mail provider, Google Apps for Education.
Kelsey Osterman, Writer • May 11, 2010
Starting Thursday, all students, faculty and staff will be able to utilize Biola’s new e-mail provider, Google Apps for Education.

Once hooked, Metzger must reel in prospectives

Prospective students tour campus on Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, during Spring Preview Day. | SIOBHAN STEWART / The Chimes
Unlike the Holy Spirit, a prospective student's Biola deposit doesn't always seal the deal. Enter post-admissions recruiting.
Michelle Orgill, Writer • May 10, 2010
Unlike the Holy Spirit, a prospective student's Biola deposit doesn't always seal the deal. Enter post-admissions recruiting.

Authors defend capitalism from a biblical worldview

Attendees of the book release for "The Virtues of Capitalism" browse the information table on Thursday, May 9. In the book, authors Scott Rae and Austin Hill defend capitalism from a Christian worldview. | AMY RITTER / The Chimes
Authors Austin Hill and Scott Rae speak Thursday in Mayers Auditorium to an audience of about 200 about their new book, "The Virtues of Capitalism: A Moral Case for Free Markets."
Amy Ritter, Writer • May 9, 2010
Authors Austin Hill and Scott Rae speak Thursday in Mayers Auditorium to an audience of about 200 about their new book, "The Virtues of Capitalism: A Moral Case for Free Markets."

Controversy ensues over new Oklahoma abortion law

Oklahoma courts block a law requiring that women seeking an abortion must first receive an ultrasound.
Michelle Orgill, Writer • May 5, 2010
Oklahoma courts block a law requiring that women seeking an abortion must first receive an ultrasound.

Mind the stereotypes

Gender stereotypes are addressed at the Coalition for Social Action's chapel series, "Mind the Gap: The Impact of Gender."
Emily Grimsley, Writer • May 5, 2010
Gender stereotypes are addressed at the Coalition for Social Action's chapel series, "Mind the Gap: The Impact of Gender."

Arizona school tracks students’ attendance with chips in ID cards

Biola uses a type of this system, but doesn't apply it as broadly. Students respond to the idea.
Daniel Getzfred, Writer • May 5, 2010
Biola uses a type of this system, but doesn't apply it as broadly. Students respond to the idea.
  1. Pages:
  3. 1
  4. ...
  5. 214
  6. 215
  7. 216
  8. 217
  9. 218
  10. 219
  11. 220
  12. ...
  13. 271