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Day two of ‘Kingdom’ proves just as full as the first

Photo by Yehju Park / THE CHIMES
The final full day of Torrey Conference inspires students to see and live out the kingdom differently.
Macie Cummings and Micah Kim October 12, 2018

Amidst the pressure of finishing all five Torrey Conference credits, students were awakened by producer Dj Efechto and dance crew, Team Millenia during Thursday’s first session. As the ground-shaking bass rattled the audience, students welcomed the second day of Torrey Conference 2018 with wild anticipation....

Torrey Conference kickoff celebrates ‘Kingdom’

Biola alumnus Andre Murillo shares his testimony during the Wednesday night session of Torrey Conference 2018.
The 2018 Torrey Conference brings discussion on the kingdom of God to campus.
Isabelle Thompson and Lily Journey October 11, 2018

On Oct. 10, sleepy coffee-clutching students lined the streets outside Chase Gymnasium for the first session of the annual fall Torrey Conference. The conference, established in 1936, features well-known Christian bands and prominent speakers centered around a biblical theme. President Barry Corey...

Crime Log — Oct. 2 – Oct. 9

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Even more bike thefts dominate this week’s Crime Log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 9, 2018

Petty Theft — Rosecrans Apartments #1 Reported Oct. 2, 6:41 a.m., occurred 6:41 a.m. A student reported an individual had just attempted to steal their locked bike, and that its lock had been cut. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation, but a report has not been filed with the Los Angeles...

Chimes Weekly News Update on KBR The Torch (Oct. 5, 2018)

Biola university weekly news update
This Weekly News Update features Fiesta Latina, Torrey Solidarity and the Crime Log.
October 9, 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 Caleb Aguilera and Chimes Editor-in-chief Christian Leonard, and includes updates about the recent Fiesta Latina event, changes to the Torrey Solidarity program...

Women rise up in student leadership across Biola

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From SGA to SMU, female students are taking charge and representing their peers.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) October 9, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 4, 2018. Women across campus are stepping into various leadership positions, and several of them hope to empower other women to do the same. Senior business administration major Sierra McCoy, senior accounting major Mason Van Aken and sophomore...

Fiesta Latina illuminates Hispanic culture

Fiesta Latina illuminates Hispanic culture
Biola fosters programs to welcome Hispanic community within and outside the institution.
Jocelyn Meza, Freelance Writer October 9, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 4, 2018. The Unidos club hosted its annual “Fiesta Latina” on Sept. 28 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, contributing to the Hispanic Serving Institution discussion at Biola. Students, along with staff, ate different Latin American...

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel
Faculty members attempt to model healthy disagreements for students.
Jessica Brest, Freelance Writer October 8, 2018

Sociology professor Brad Christerson and biblical and theological studies professor Thaddeus Williams publicly discussed their differing viewpoints on how Christians should approach social justice in light of the Gospel on Oct. 3. President Barry Corey started these Duologues in the spring semester...

Torrey students participate in a new community outreach program

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Biola’s honors program builds relationships with local neighborhoods through mentorship.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 8, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 4, 2018. A program that allowed Torrey Honors Institute students to volunteer to work with underprivileged kids and young adults is facing downsizing, causing coordinators to look for other opportunities to help the community. Torrey has partnered...

Global students stir the melting pot

Global students stir the melting pot
GSPD hosted a cooking event to promote greater cultural awareness and community.
Eliana Park, Freelance Writer October 8, 2018

On Oct. 6, Andrews Banquet Room transformed into a small-scale globe as local and global students mingled over pupusas and rice dishes from El Salvador, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chile and the Philippines. Meet the Neighbors is an annual Global Student Programs and Development event where...

Campus Safety brings earthquake simulator to Biola

Campus Safety brings earthquake simulator to Biola
Earthquake simulator prepares students for Southern California earthquakes.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor October 5, 2018

Campus Safety brought an earthquake simulator to Fluor Fountain on Oct. 2 to better prepare students who were unaccustomed to earthquake-prone Southern California. All students were welcome to participate in the 18-second simulation of a 6.7 magnitude earthquake. Big Shaker Enterprises, which supplied...

SGA Rundown: Athletics, commuters and the SUB highlight last meeting before Torrey weekend

The new SGA logo
The senate hosted a passionate presentation from Commuter Life and passed two proposals from SGA President Sierra McCoy.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 4, 2018

The Student Government Association senate set out Thursday to take care of some familiar business in an unfamiliar place. The senate moved its meeting to the Lehman Board Conference room in Metzger Hall as their normal space in the Student Union Building was temporarily transformed into a backstage area...

Campus Safety alerts students after ‘transient activity’ at Biola

Campus Safety alerts students after ‘transient activity’ at Biola
Students are advised through email to exercise caution around La Mirada.
Macie Cummings and Isabelle Thompson October 4, 2018

On Oct. 4, Campus Safety sent a mass email to Biola students informing them of potential danger posed by “transient individuals.” Students were advised to act cautiously around parking lots and shopping centers near Rosecrans and Valley View where the individuals have been known to congregate. This...