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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

SGA Rundown: Senators reconsider funding New York Times subscriptions

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The senate revisited bringing back the controversial newspaper subscriptions and hosted a presentation on student mental health data.
Austin Green, Managing Editor November 30, 2018

In its first meeting since Thanksgiving break, the Student Government Association senate had several crucial topics on the agenda. Those included a presentation on student mental health from dean of Student Wellness Lisa Igram, diversity training from student leadership advisors and a time to revisit...

Soaring Stories: ‘I am God’s Miracle’

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Music student David Chung shares the miraculous story of his blessings at Biola.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor November 29, 2018

Senior music performance major David Chung says that his college journey, while difficult, has also been miraculous. He states that he has faced obstacles in his visual impairment and financial difficulties, but that he has faced these obstacles not by himself, but with God. He is currently funded through...

Crime Log — Nov. 13 – Nov. 27

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This week’s crime log features a possession of a firearm, as well as multiple trespassing and vandalism incidents.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 27, 2018

Trespassing — Tradewinds Apartments Reported Nov. 19, 2:38 p.m. A resident reported an individual digging through the trash cans behind the apartments. Officers made contact with the individual and asked them to leave the area. The individual left without further incident. Trespassing — University...

First November Career Month considered a success

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The Career Center’s first “November Career Month” offered numerous on-campus events focused on career exploration, experience and connection.
Lily Journey, Freelance Writer November 26, 2018

Students from various majors flocked to numerous events hosted by the Center for Career Development on Nov. 1-16 during Biola’s first Career Month. From the student leadership fair to company tours and recruiter panels, the two-week-long program gave students opportunities to explore career advancement....

Campus Safety, LASD release man suspected of attempting to bring gun onto campus

Los Angeles Sheriff's Department personnel examine evidence after arresting a man suspected of bringing a gun onto campus on Nov. 20, 2018.

UPDATE NOV. 20, 9:30 P.M.: This article was updated with information concerning the individual’s name, age and release from law enforcement custody. A man was arrested by Campus Safety and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department near the La Mirada Boulevard entrance Tuesday night. Ben Coffman was...

Students report troubles with housing rental service

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Students express concern over the company's alleged mistreatment to renters.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) November 20, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 15, 2018. “DO NOT RENT A HOUSE FROM THEM. I don’t want any college students to be affected by them. Spread the word,” the post read in part. 2018 alumna Hannah Curran took to the Facebook group Overheard@Biola on Oct. 18 to express her concerns...

Thousand Oaks shooting devastation hits Biola

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The mass shooting at Borderline bar captures national attention as students from the area grapple with overwhelming loss.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager November 19, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 15, 2018. It was country college night at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks when former U.S. Marine David Long took the lives of 12 individuals in addition to his own in the second mass shooting to occur in the country in under two weeks....

Biola community processes California blazes

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Some students watched in horror as wildfires tore through their neighborhoods back home.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor November 19, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 15, 2018. If your house was on fire, what one thing would you save? For senior business administration major Dominic Ariondo, this question became more than a mere thought experiment. Ariondo is one of 200,000 Southern California residents who have...

ParaBrands aims to impact the world through fashion

ParaBrands aims to impact the world through fashion
Two students launch an awareness project through their new clothing brand.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor November 16, 2018

Two creative students are expressing their ideas through their new clothing brand, ParaBrands. The company, which had a soft launch this fall, aims to bring awareness to both societal issues and Christian perspectives. THE LAUNCHSophomore business administration major Nick Rumer was the one to come up...

SGA Rundown: Senate cuts Biolathon funding

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Senators voted on four proposals and passed all but the final one after expressing concerns about Biolathon’s format and appeal.
Austin Green, Managing Editor November 15, 2018

In the Student Government Association senate’s last meeting before Thanksgiving, senators evaluated the four external proposals submitted last Thursday, passing three of them while denying one—the senate’s first denial of a proposal this school year. Bids to fund the 23rd annual Student Conference...

Watch out for those scooters!

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People on electric scooters have run into a number of injuries in Southern California.
Preet Christian, Freelance Writer November 14, 2018

Lime and Bird electric scooters are popping up around Southern California. These rent-and-go scooters are mostly used around SoCal beaches but have more recently made their way into the city of Los Angeles. Recently, the LA City Council put regulations on Lime and Bird scooters, including a 15 miles...

Crime Log ― Nov. 6 – Nov. 13

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Trespassing, petty theft, burglary and disturbing the peace make up this week’s crime log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager November 13, 2018

Trespassing ― Creek Tunnel - La Mirada Blvd Reported Nov. 6, 1:15 p.m. A Campus Safety officer observed two individuals walking on campus. The officer recognized one of them as being previously banned from campus. The officer made contact and escorted the individuals off campus. Trespassing...