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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Does she really like you?

**Q**: “Hey Axel, how can I tell if some girl likes me?” **A**: The main thing you have to look for to find what she thinks about you is her nonverbal communication. If you’re talking at school or out on a date, look for these signs.
March 2, 2009
**Q**: “Hey Axel, how can I tell if some girl likes me?” **A**: The main thing you have to look for to find what she thinks about you is her nonverbal communication. If you’re talking at school or out on a date, look for these signs.

A free lunch

I can’t count the number of times I have been told that there is no such thing as a free lunch, but this week I want to ask you a question in response. And that question is, “really?”
March 2, 2009
I can’t count the number of times I have been told that there is no such thing as a free lunch, but this week I want to ask you a question in response. And that question is, “really?”

Speakers acknowledge Schaeffer’s impact during seminar

Os Guinness, renowned author, was one of the speakers at the Apologetics Conference in Mayers Auditorium Friday, Feb. 13 held in acknowledgment of the impact of Francis Schaeffer's life.  Photo by Christina Schantz
Two hundred people Friday night and 140 Saturday morning assembled in Mayers Auditorium to acknowledge the impact of Francis Schaeffer’s life and teachings on today’s culture.
February 26, 2009
Two hundred people Friday night and 140 Saturday morning assembled in Mayers Auditorium to acknowledge the impact of Francis Schaeffer’s life and teachings on today’s culture.

Home sweet Homecoming (VIDEO)

Bob and Sharon Hilts received the Global Service Award, Ted and Karey Yeats and Rick and Debbie Yorgey received Clyde Cook Missions Awards, and Jared White received the Young Alumni Award at the Alumni Homecoming Chapel on Friday, Feb. 20.  Photo by Kelsey Heng
In hopes of creating an interactive atmosphere for both current students and alumni, Alumni Relations decided to host Homecoming Weekend, an expanded version of the Alumni Weekend that usually takes place this time of year. Some of the weekend's highlights included a Golden Eagles Luncheon for those who graduated in 1959 or earlier, a Sweethearts Banquet for couples who met at Biola, and the Apologetics Conference.
February 26, 2009
In hopes of creating an interactive atmosphere for both current students and alumni, Alumni Relations decided to host Homecoming Weekend, an expanded version of the Alumni Weekend that usually takes place this time of year. Some of the weekend's highlights included a Golden Eagles Luncheon for those who graduated in 1959 or earlier, a Sweethearts Banquet for couples who met at Biola, and the Apologetics Conference.

Track and field team exhibits impressive performance at last chance qualifier

Danielle Gomes competes at Biola's first-ever home meet on Jan. 31.  Photo by Mike Villa
This week the red hot Biola track and field team returned to action at the Azusa Pacific Last Chance Qualifier on Friday and Saturday. For some it was just that – a final opportunity to qualify for the upcoming NAIA Indoor Championships. For some, it was merely a tune-up. Regardless, the Eagles still put forth an impressive showing.
February 25, 2009
This week the red hot Biola track and field team returned to action at the Azusa Pacific Last Chance Qualifier on Friday and Saturday. For some it was just that – a final opportunity to qualify for the upcoming NAIA Indoor Championships. For some, it was merely a tune-up. Regardless, the Eagles still put forth an impressive showing.

The right to discuss contract

The only thing barring my way from this Friday night relaxation is Biola’s community standards, known more commonly as “The Contract.”
February 23, 2009
The only thing barring my way from this Friday night relaxation is Biola’s community standards, known more commonly as “The Contract.”

Boyfriend material

If there’s one thing I’ve always known about myself, it’s that I don’t make for great boyfriend material.
February 23, 2009
If there’s one thing I’ve always known about myself, it’s that I don’t make for great boyfriend material.

YouTube Clip of the week: Kittens inspired by kittens

Enjoy this week's top video pick.
A young girl gives a guided tour through a kitten picture book.
February 23, 2009
A young girl gives a guided tour through a kitten picture book.

Homecoming kicks off with Sweethearts Banquet (VIDEO)

Biola hosted a Sweethearts Dinner Friday night to celebrate all alumni who ended up with their "ring by spring" while attending here. Eagle Vision interviews some of the couples at the event, which is a part of homecoming weekend festivities.
February 21, 2009
Biola hosted a Sweethearts Dinner Friday night to celebrate all alumni who ended up with their "ring by spring" while attending here. Eagle Vision interviews some of the couples at the event, which is a part of homecoming weekend festivities.

Say Yes! responds to need for Christian community development in skid row (Video)

Biola student Haley Rocha uses the class time at the S.A.Y.  Yes! tutoring center to read a story to Richard, who is one of many elementary-aged children involved in the daily program. S.A.Y. stands for Saving America’s Youth. Photo by Kelsey Heng
Launching in 1994, Say Yes! has grown exponentially over the years in response to the need for Christian community development on skid row.
February 19, 2009
Launching in 1994, Say Yes! has grown exponentially over the years in response to the need for Christian community development on skid row.

Spanish major no longer offered

The Spanish major will no longer be offered at Biola due to credential shortcomings within the modern language department.
February 19, 2009
The Spanish major will no longer be offered at Biola due to credential shortcomings within the modern language department.

The joy of owning a cat

There are many joys in owning an animal, but there are far many more joys in watching that animal find itself in embarrassing and confusing situations and then watch it try to free itself. I think it's safe to say that I have learned more from Stiggy than he has ever learned from me, and although all that really means is that Stiggy is one incredibly stupid animal, it also means that I have learned from that stupidity and am now a better person because of it.
February 17, 2009
There are many joys in owning an animal, but there are far many more joys in watching that animal find itself in embarrassing and confusing situations and then watch it try to free itself. I think it's safe to say that I have learned more from Stiggy than he has ever learned from me, and although all that really means is that Stiggy is one incredibly stupid animal, it also means that I have learned from that stupidity and am now a better person because of it.