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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Trustees approve tuition hike, additional financial aid

Biola trustees signed the "Articles of Faith," a historic book signed by such dignitaries as T.C. Horton and Charles Fuller, on Jan. 9. The public ceremony took place during the board's two-day meeting. Photo by Biola Web site
Next year’s tuition rise will be proportionally the smallest in nearly a decade, and an extra $1 million will be added to Biola’s financial aid fund. The good news for students came when the board of trustees’ approved in early January a two-pronged proposal from President Barry Corey and top Metzger administrators, who sought to alleviate the extra burden on students struggling financially.
January 20, 2009
Next year’s tuition rise will be proportionally the smallest in nearly a decade, and an extra $1 million will be added to Biola’s financial aid fund. The good news for students came when the board of trustees’ approved in early January a two-pronged proposal from President Barry Corey and top Metzger administrators, who sought to alleviate the extra burden on students struggling financially.

Women triumph, men fall to APU

Josh Miller evades an APU defender in Tuesday night's game. Photo by Christina Schantz
The Eagles' women's basketball team trounced their arch-rival in a 61-56 upset win over No. 5 Azusa Pacific on Tuesday night at Chase Gymnasium. The Eagles improve to 9-3 on the season and to 2-2 in GSAC play. They also move to 4-1 in games against ranked teams this season. The Cougars drop to 11 ...
January 9, 2009
The Eagles' women's basketball team trounced their arch-rival in a 61-56 upset win over No. 5 Azusa Pacific on Tuesday night at Chase Gymnasium. The Eagles improve to 9-3 on the season and to 2-2 in GSAC play. They also move to 4-1 in games against ranked teams this season. The Cougars drop to 11 ...

Team South Africa hopes to spread God’s glory, shine as lights

Eight Biola students head to South Africa on Dec. 31 and will return to the U.S. on Jan. 20.
Six missions teams are taking trips across the globe during Interterm 2009 and will be updating The Chimes Online about their work in various countries. Here’s a short “pre-trip” summary from Team South Africa, sharing the expectations and hopes from Katherine Burnett, one of the team leaders.
January 5, 2009
Six missions teams are taking trips across the globe during Interterm 2009 and will be updating The Chimes Online about their work in various countries. Here’s a short “pre-trip” summary from Team South Africa, sharing the expectations and hopes from Katherine Burnett, one of the team leaders.

For Talbot, an unexpected Christmas gift

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. Photo by Courtesy | Biola.edu
The Talbot School of Theology got a pleasant surprise when a donor informed President Barry Corey earlier this month of a $3 million commitment toward the seminary’s building project. Announced via e-mail to faculty and staff, the gift came in just after Corey spoke in chapel Dec. 5 about the university’s financial belt-tightening.
December 27, 2008
The Talbot School of Theology got a pleasant surprise when a donor informed President Barry Corey earlier this month of a $3 million commitment toward the seminary’s building project. Announced via e-mail to faculty and staff, the gift came in just after Corey spoke in chapel Dec. 5 about the university’s financial belt-tightening.

Christmas Chocolate Guide

A box of truffles is a perfect Christmas gift to satisfy any chocolate-lover.
What makes a perfect chocolate? Staff members at RealSimple.com dish on their favorite chocolate brands, based on taste, appearance and accessibility (easy to order).
December 21, 2008
What makes a perfect chocolate? Staff members at RealSimple.com dish on their favorite chocolate brands, based on taste, appearance and accessibility (easy to order).

Stress-Free Baking Tips

Baking Christmas cookies can be a stress-free activity if you simply follow the recipe and keep your kitchen clean.
While decorating is the fun part of baking, the preparation and clean up can be messy. Here are some ways to remain stress-free while doing your Christmas baking.
December 21, 2008
While decorating is the fun part of baking, the preparation and clean up can be messy. Here are some ways to remain stress-free while doing your Christmas baking.

Holiday Eating Habits, Part II

By choosing your indulgences wisely during the holiday season, you can avoid weight gain.
Here are more tips to help you avoid binging and splurging during the holiday season.
December 21, 2008
Here are more tips to help you avoid binging and splurging during the holiday season.

Strobel highlights fall commencement ceremony

Author and Christian apologist Lee Strobel addresses graduates at the fall commencement exercises on Friday, Dec. 19. Photo by Michelle Rindels
Some 175 students left Chase Gymnasium with baccalaureate degrees Friday night after fall commencement ceremonies. Lee Strobel delivered the keynote address, telling the story of his pastor, Bill Hybels, and the humble beginnings of Willow Creek Community Church. A high school teacher had influenced Hybels to start a church, which ultimately became one of the largest evangelical congregations in America.
December 20, 2008
Some 175 students left Chase Gymnasium with baccalaureate degrees Friday night after fall commencement ceremonies. Lee Strobel delivered the keynote address, telling the story of his pastor, Bill Hybels, and the humble beginnings of Willow Creek Community Church. A high school teacher had influenced Hybels to start a church, which ultimately became one of the largest evangelical congregations in America.

Holiday Eating Habits, Part I

It can be easy to indulge in sweets, such as eggnog or cookies, during the party-filled holiday season.
With all the parties and formal Christmas dinners, it can be easy to gain weight during this time of the year. If you keep some of these healthy eating habits in mind, you can fight the food frenzy during the holiday season.
December 20, 2008
With all the parties and formal Christmas dinners, it can be easy to gain weight during this time of the year. If you keep some of these healthy eating habits in mind, you can fight the food frenzy during the holiday season.

Outage: Failed transformer to be rebuilt; estimated cost is $35,000

On Tuesday Dec. 16, Jim Reeves, Biola University Data Center Manager, supervised the temporary power generator which sent power to the networks until the main generator for Metzger was powered. Photo by Kelsey Heng
A blown transformer caused the electrical panel failure that shut down power in Metzger Hall and cut off internet access this morning, according to Brian Phillips, director of facilities services. A backup generator arrived at 11:10 a.m., and by 1:25 p.m., students were notified via voicemail that the power had been restored.
December 16, 2008
A blown transformer caused the electrical panel failure that shut down power in Metzger Hall and cut off internet access this morning, according to Brian Phillips, director of facilities services. A backup generator arrived at 11:10 a.m., and by 1:25 p.m., students were notified via voicemail that the power had been restored.

Volleyball finishes third in U.S.

The women’s volleyball team shows off the plaques they brought home after taking 3rd place in the NAIA national championships in Sioux City, Iowa last week. This is the team’s second consecutive showing at the national tournament. Photo by Courtesy: Jeff Hoffman
The Eagles’ volleyball team had its championship aspirations shattered on Friday, falling victim to No. 3-ranked Concordia in the semifinal round. The Eagles split the season series with Concordia, with each team protecting their home courts. With the loss, the Eagles fell to 31-4 on the season, still their best record in team history.
December 12, 2008
The Eagles’ volleyball team had its championship aspirations shattered on Friday, falling victim to No. 3-ranked Concordia in the semifinal round. The Eagles split the season series with Concordia, with each team protecting their home courts. With the loss, the Eagles fell to 31-4 on the season, still their best record in team history.

SMU Nigeria trip moved to summer

People walk past destroyed cars following two days of deathly rioting in Jos, Nigeria, Monday, Dec. 1. Daily life began returning to normal Monday in the city after two days of election-related violence, which is reported to have killed more than 300 people. Photo by Courtesy: AP
Violent political conflict in Jos, Nigeria has led the interterm mission team to postpone their trip until the summer. The eight remaining teams have raised their minimum funds and will be leaving as scheduled, said senior Adam Payton, president of SMU.
December 12, 2008
Violent political conflict in Jos, Nigeria has led the interterm mission team to postpone their trip until the summer. The eight remaining teams have raised their minimum funds and will be leaving as scheduled, said senior Adam Payton, president of SMU.
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