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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

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“Does God exist?” Craig, Hitchens address issue in front of sold-out crowd

William Lane Craig directly addresses a question given by Christopher Hitchens in the 'Does God Exist Debate' held at Biola University on April 4, 2009. *Photographer: Kelsey Heng*
Things were anything but dull as the acclaimed William Lane Craig and Christopher Hitchens debated the question of God's existence in front of 10,000 people across 30 states and four countries Saturday night.
April 5, 2009
Things were anything but dull as the acclaimed William Lane Craig and Christopher Hitchens debated the question of God's existence in front of 10,000 people across 30 states and four countries Saturday night.

Provost resigns after 13 years in senior administration

Provost Gary Miller, far right, is pictured with the President's Administrative Council. After a decade as the school's chief academic officer, Miller will resign in June. *Photographer: Courtesy: Biola Web site*
Gary Miller, Biola’s provost, has submitted his resignation effective June 30, 2009, according to an announcement today from President Barry Corey. No specific reason was named, but the resignation will be a major transition for the school, especially since Miller has served in senior administration for the past 13 years.
April 3, 2009
Gary Miller, Biola’s provost, has submitted his resignation effective June 30, 2009, according to an announcement today from President Barry Corey. No specific reason was named, but the resignation will be a major transition for the school, especially since Miller has served in senior administration for the past 13 years.

“Richard III” cast hopes to increase audience’s appreciation for theater (Video)

Perhaps the Torrey Theater program is on the rebound, or maybe it’s in the winter of its discontent. This weekend’s performance, Shakespeare’s “Richard III” angles a sharp contrast with last semester’s “Peter Pan” and will be sans the pirates, fairy dust and even a stage. The hour-long adaptation of the “Richard III” tragedy will debut in the Collegium’s smaller, intimate setting as the first of Shakespeare’s histories to ever be produced as a Torrey production Director Kat Zilka, a senior, says she feels the new venue will add to the perspective on Shakespearian theater that she hopes to inspire.
April 3, 2009
Perhaps the Torrey Theater program is on the rebound, or maybe it’s in the winter of its discontent. This weekend’s performance, Shakespeare’s “Richard III” angles a sharp contrast with last semester’s “Peter Pan” and will be sans the pirates, fairy dust and even a stage. The hour-long adaptation of the “Richard III” tragedy will debut in the Collegium’s smaller, intimate setting as the first of Shakespeare’s histories to ever be produced as a Torrey production Director Kat Zilka, a senior, says she feels the new venue will add to the perspective on Shakespearian theater that she hopes to inspire.

Christian survey reveals American apathy toward religion

More and more Americans are finding religion to be a simple issue to resolve; they want nothing to do with it. The American Religious Identification Survey by Trinity College has found that fewer Americans call themselves Christians today than at any point in the last 20 years. All the while, more people than ever say they have no religion.
April 1, 2009
More and more Americans are finding religion to be a simple issue to resolve; they want nothing to do with it. The American Religious Identification Survey by Trinity College has found that fewer Americans call themselves Christians today than at any point in the last 20 years. All the while, more people than ever say they have no religion.

Heath-DeVesta win AS elections with 53 percent of vote (VIDEO)

Justin DeVesta, AS VP candidate, and Mark Heath, AS presidential candidate, celebrated their victory on Tuesday night after the elections. *Photographer: Michelle Rindels*
AS President Eric Weaver announced the results of today's AS elections, and the winners are presidential candidate Mark Heath and vice presidential candidate Justin DeVesta. ...
March 31, 2009
AS President Eric Weaver announced the results of today's AS elections, and the winners are presidential candidate Mark Heath and vice presidential candidate Justin DeVesta. ...

Polls close in AS elections; results expected at 10 p.m.

At the AS Presidential Debate, candidate Cameron Spencer listens to opponent Mark Health answer the question given to him regarding Biola's choice to host the Hitchens Apologetic Debate. *Photographer: Kelsey Heng*
Polls closed at 7 p.m. today after the student body voiced its verdict on next year's Associated Student government (AS) leaders. Ballots are still being counted in the contest between presidential candidate Cameron Spencer and running mate Shannon Tierney, and presidential candidate Mark Heath and running mate Justin DeVesta.
March 31, 2009
Polls closed at 7 p.m. today after the student body voiced its verdict on next year's Associated Student government (AS) leaders. Ballots are still being counted in the contest between presidential candidate Cameron Spencer and running mate Shannon Tierney, and presidential candidate Mark Heath and running mate Justin DeVesta.

SMU candidates voice their vision, await results

Polls closed this evening as students placed their votes for the Student Missionary Union president. This year, the race was between candidates Kyle Shanebeck, co-director of Missions Conference, and Chris Reeder, co-director of team development. The SMU president's role overall is to fulfill SMU’s mission statement: to motivate and mobilize students to align their lives to the completion of the Great Commission, said current SMU President Adam Payton.
March 31, 2009
Polls closed this evening as students placed their votes for the Student Missionary Union president. This year, the race was between candidates Kyle Shanebeck, co-director of Missions Conference, and Chris Reeder, co-director of team development. The SMU president's role overall is to fulfill SMU’s mission statement: to motivate and mobilize students to align their lives to the completion of the Great Commission, said current SMU President Adam Payton.

Is there a divine reason for everything: Response on suffering and God’s sovereignty

In reading T. K. Jaros’ article “Is there a (divine) reason for everything?” several items stood out as erroneous. In light of solid scriptural evidence we hope to refute Jaros’ position through the examples of Jesus and Joseph. Among the issues are false views on suffering and the sovereignty of God.
March 31, 2009
In reading T. K. Jaros’ article “Is there a (divine) reason for everything?” several items stood out as erroneous. In light of solid scriptural evidence we hope to refute Jaros’ position through the examples of Jesus and Joseph. Among the issues are false views on suffering and the sovereignty of God.

YouTube Clip of the Week: Grand Central Freeze

YouTube Clip of the Week: Grand Central Freeze 207 people at Grand Central Station freeze in place in various positions. **Best Part**: guy freaking out and asking how long this has been going on.
March 31, 2009
YouTube Clip of the Week: Grand Central Freeze 207 people at Grand Central Station freeze in place in various positions. **Best Part**: guy freaking out and asking how long this has been going on.

Highlights of the March 26 AS Presidential Debate

At the AS Presidential Debate, candidate Cameron Spencer listens to opponent Mark Health answer the question given to him regarding Biola's choice to host the Hitchens Apologetic Debate. *Photographer: Kelsey Heng*
AS presidential candidates Mark Heath and Cameron Spencer had a duel of words Thursday at the AS presidential debate. Moderating the discussion was Peter Van Elswyk, president of Biola’s debate team. He questioned the candidates based on their responses to a form they filled out before the debate. The form asked several questions about how they would lead AS as president.
March 28, 2009
AS presidential candidates Mark Heath and Cameron Spencer had a duel of words Thursday at the AS presidential debate. Moderating the discussion was Peter Van Elswyk, president of Biola’s debate team. He questioned the candidates based on their responses to a form they filled out before the debate. The form asked several questions about how they would lead AS as president.

Mockrock crowns Men of Honor as this year’s winner (VIDEO)

Marina Fernandez, junior, and John Enns, junior, participate in Men and Women of Honor, first place winners of this year's Mockrock Dance Competition. *Photographer: Bethany Cissel*
Biola's yearly event of dance, music, and entertainment gave crowds a show to be remembered. First place was taken by the group Men and Women of Honor, the runners-up to the win last year. Second place was given to XOPOC, last year's victor. Third place went to SOS and their many men in tights. Take a look at the videos for a recap of the winning performances.
March 28, 2009
Biola's yearly event of dance, music, and entertainment gave crowds a show to be remembered. First place was taken by the group Men and Women of Honor, the runners-up to the win last year. Second place was given to XOPOC, last year's victor. Third place went to SOS and their many men in tights. Take a look at the videos for a recap of the winning performances.

Mustache Movement Submissions

Marty Myers, Math Department secretary
Biola students and faculty submit their photos using The Chimes' mustache cut-out. Be sure to submit yours! Take a look at the gallery to see who has joined the movement so far.
March 27, 2009
Biola students and faculty submit their photos using The Chimes' mustache cut-out. Be sure to submit yours! Take a look at the gallery to see who has joined the movement so far.
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