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Design class behind last semester’s swings returns

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A design class draws inspiration from an internet music genre to create a new hammock experience.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor November 2, 2018

Last semester, the art department let the people swing. This semester, art students are redefining nap time. The area that was occupied by swings last spring 2018 has returned this fall, with hammocks. Students can take a study break or a nap on the new hammock pop-up on the south side of campus thanks...

14 bicycles stolen from Biola

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After multiple petty theft incidents, Campus Safety offers free locks to students.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 1, 2018. Daisy Krigbaum has had her bike stolen. Twice. The most recent theft occurred on Sept. 30 in the middle of the day. The junior philosophy major says that although she had a U-lock for her Schwinn mountain bike, she was late to a meeting...

Chimes Weekly News Update on KBR The Torch (Nov. 2, 2018)

November 2, 2018

Every week, the Chimes partners with Biola’s student-run radio, KBR The Torch, to give an update on weekly news. This week’s podcast features host and Chimes Arts & Entertainment Editor Pierce Singgih and Chimes News Editor Isabelle Thompson, includes updates about bike thefts, Candyland, Torrey...

SGA Rundown: Proposal for mailbox passes

The new SGA logo
After finishing their discussion on SGA mailboxes, senators consider past and future events.
Rebecca Mitchell, Freelance Writer November 1, 2018

In returning to the discussion on Student Government Association mailboxes, senators passed the proposal in full after a discussion that took 30-40 minutes. The senate also debriefed various topics, such as the recent Gospel and social justice Duologue and the possibility of hosting an “adulting”...

The Candyland tradition enters its second decade, serving over 1,200

Photo by Amber Chen / THE CHIMES
Candyland’s 20th anniversary sticks with its roots to serve local children.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor November 1, 2018

With the help of several volunteers, a temporarily transformed Alpha Hall welcomed 1200-1300 members of the local community to this year’s Candyland. For the event's 20th anniversary, families once again chose Biola as a safe and caring option for trick-or-treating. STEPPING INTO CANDYLAND This year’s...

Pittsburgh shooting leaves devastation

Tree of life synagogue
A mass shooting occurred in Pittsburgh on Oct. 27, leaving 11 people dead in a Jewish synagogue.
Brooke Torres, Freelance Writer November 1, 2018

An elderly Jewish congregation was attending their usual Saturday morning service on Oct. 27 when the shooter, identified as 46-year-old Robert D. Bowers, opened fire with an AR-15-style assault rifle. 11 people inside of the synagogue were shot and killed. Bowers then exited the synagogue, where he...

Crime Log ― Oct. 23 – Oct. 31

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Petty theft, disturbing the peace, property damage and vandalism make up this week’s crime log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 31, 2018

Petty Theft ― Library Reported Oct. 23, 10:59 p.m., occurred between 10:40 p.m. and 10:57 p.m. A student reported their unlocked scooter stolen. The case was not referred to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department but remains active. Disturbing the Peace ― Hope Hall Reported Oct. 23, 11:31...

Lyft nightmare instills fear in students looking for rides

Lyft nightmare instills fear in students looking for rides
A Lyft driver was arrested on sexual assault charges in LA on Oct. 2.
Melissa Fuentes, Freelance Writer October 29, 2018

The Los Angeles Police Department arrested a Lyft driver on suspicion of rape on Oct. 2. 37-year-old Octavio Gomez was arrested after allegedly raping a woman he drove home from a Van Nuys pub. Police said the women ordered Gomez’s Lyft after leaving a bar around 10 p.m. on Oct. 2, and when he dropped...

Punk ‘n’ Pie 2018: let’s taco bout it

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“Daniel, Connor and the Taco Boys” took first place for their second year in a row at the 2018 annual Punk ‘n’ Pie event.
Isabelle Thompson and Micah Kim October 26, 2018

Students and parents gathered for a special treat on Metzger Lawn as the 2018 Punk ‘n’ Pie talent show kicked off family weekend on Friday. “Daniel, Connor and the Taco Boys” claimed Punk ‘n’ Pie victory for the second straight year with taco-related themes in their band music. The...

3-year-old wandering street near campus returned to mother

Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies from the La Mirada substation return a 3-year-old girl to her mother on Oct. 26, 2018.
A “good Samaritan” saw the toddler alone and called 911, the LASD says.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 26, 2018

Just after 10 a.m. Friday morning, a 3-year-old girl was found wandering alone alongside La Mirada Boulevard near the Tacuba Drive intersection one block from Biola’s campus, according to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. A woman who the LASD calls a “good Samaritan” saw the toddler and...

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths
Students learn about internships and possible job opportunities at the semi-annual event.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 25, 2018

The event tent by Flour Fountain buzzed with activity as students wound their way through the maze of business representatives who showed up for the Career Expo on Wednesday. Returning for its third consecutive year, Biola’s Fall Career Expo gave students the opportunity to learn more about internships...

SGA Rundown: Mailbox, FirstGen initiatives spark debate

The new SGA logo
Two extended discussions on proposals highlighted senate’s post-SGA Chapel meeting.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 25, 2018

For the first time during the current school year, the Student Government Association senate could not reach a consensus on a proposal, instead moving to table an initiative from president Sierra McCoy and vice president of community relations Katy Hendricks for next week’s meeting. The senate also...