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The Chimes

SGA Rundown: final preparations made for SGA Chapel

The new SGA logo
The new-look SGA chapel will take place during AfterDark and focus on mental health.
Austin Green and Rebecca Mitchell October 19, 2018

Before Thursday’s Student Government Association senate meeting got underway, senior vice president Katherine Davis broke the senators into groups so they could pray for each other and help each other discern what burdens to give to God at the halfway point of the semester. It would set the tone...

Student Development takes closer look at anxiety and depression

Photoillustration by Rafik Abousoliman / THE CHIMES
With a national increase of mental health issues, the department launches a new committee to support students.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 18, 2018

This is part three of a three-part series on mental health. Parts one and two can be found here and here. This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. As the dean of Student Wellness, Lisa Igram sometimes meets with students feeling depressed, anxious or lonely. Many times, she says,...

Walk for Freedom seeks to bring awareness to human trafficking

Abolish slavery everywhere, forever; walk for freedom
This modern slavery protest brings a voice to the voiceless.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) October 17, 2018

A21 is an Australian non-profit organization that focuses on ending modern slavery. This Saturday, it is hosting the Walk For Freedom in Santa Ana, California, as part of worldwide protest to spread awareness for human trafficking and to let those caught in slavery know that people stand with them in...

Chimes Weekly News Update on KBR The Torch (Oct. 12, 2018)

This Weekly News Update features Fiesta Latina, Torrey Solidarity and the Crime Log.
October 17, 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 Editor-in-chief Christian Leonard, and includes updates about Torrey Conference, athletic...

Crime Log ― Oct. 9 – Oct.17

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Threatening phone calls, trespassing and petty theft make up this week’s Crime Log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 17, 2018

Obscene or Threatening Phone Calls ― Emerson Hall Reported Oct. 9, 3:30 p.m., occurred between 3:20 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. A student worker received and reported threatening phone calls. Campus Safety made contact with the student to make sure they were safe before writing up a report. A report was...

For the chief of Campus Safety, student mental health is personal

Campus Safety Chief John Ojeisekhoba stands next to his late nephew, Moses Sambo
With the memory of his nephew in mind, Chief John Ojeisekhoba announces partnership with the LASD.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 16, 2018

This is part two of a three-part series on mental health. Part one can be found here. Part three will be published in print and online on Thursday, Oct. 18. Moses Sambo loved to be around people. He was kind, goofy and enjoyed jokes. Standing just taller than his uncle, Campus Safety Chief John...

Norwalk sheriff’s station faces increasing mental illness reports

Capt. James Tatreau of the Norwalk patrol station helps coordinate deputies who respond to calls involving individuals who may have a mental illness.  His department, like many others, has seen a significant increase in mental illness reports.
LASD looks at adding more mental health professionals to assist with de-escalation.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2018

This is part one of a three-part series on mental health. Part two will be published online on Oct. 15. Part three will be published in print on Thursday, Oct. 18 and will go online in the days following. On the afternoon of Sept. 25, Los Angeles Sheriff's Department officers received a report of...

Biola reaffirms LGBT policy after controversy at Azusa Pacific

Biola reaffirms LGBT policy after controversy at Azusa Pacific
As APU deals with fallout of a landmark rule change and rapid reversal, Biola’s administration responds.
Macie Cummings, Austin Green, and Isabelle Thompson October 12, 2018

As college students across the country prepared to start the fall 2018 semester, one of Biola’s closest peers was rocked by a firestorm of controversy over its handling of LGBT students on its campus. Azusa Pacific University, a school with similar origins and beliefs as Biola—not to mention the...

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...