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The Chimes

Calvary Chapel renovations connect abstract art and worship

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The new vision for Calvary Chapel focuses on creating a sacred space of worship through art.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 25, 2018

As students returned to campus to begin the new semester, one of Biola’s landmarks entered a new golden age—literally. With the Calvary Chapel renovations complete, students can now witness abstract art created by Danish artists Peter Brandes and his wife Maja Lisa Engelhardt, who used their...

Campus Safety and LASD partnership leads to recovery of 22 bicycles

Chief John Ojeisekhoba looks at a computer screen.
Cross-agency coordination succeeds as La Mirada crime stats mark current decrease in number of reported incidents.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief September 24, 2018

A recent collaborative effort between Biola Campus Safety and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department resulted in the discovery of 22 stolen bicycles, a product of a longtime relationship between the two agencies as La Mirada crime shows some signs of slight downturn. COLLABORATION COMBATS CRIME After...

The Bird House: a new perspective on community living

The Bird House: a new perspective on community living
Biblical studies professor opens up his home for undergraduate discipleship opportunity.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 24, 2018

When choosing a housing option for the year, not many students consider living on the same property in a community with their professor. But that is exactly what seven bible students are doing this year. Professor of New Testament Kenneth Berding and his wife Trudi have opened up their home and their...

Global students bridge the cultural gap on campus

Photos & Collage by Thecla Li / THE CHIMES
The Student Union Building served as the hub of heritage as students were invited into an awareness of Spanish culture.
Eliana Park, Freelance Writer September 21, 2018

Once every month, global students wake up the rest of Biola’s student body to a morning of culture, community and collaboration. Wednesday Wake-Up is an event hosted by the Global Student Programs and Development bridging events team, a group of students whose aim is to develop a community between...

SGA Rundown: proposals lay groundwork to bring back campus traditions

The new SGA logo
Discussion about Alpha’s Candyland and Deck the Haven along with a visit from Chief Ojeisekhoba highlight the senate’s first open proposal day.
Austin Green, Managing Editor September 20, 2018

The Student Government Association senate had its first open proposal day of the 2018-19 school year Thursday. Representatives of three well-known campus communities took advantage of the opportunity, and SGA president Sierra McCoy added an internal proposal formed in conjunction with Biola Athletics....

Brit Gilmore inspires at the startup competition commencement

Brit Gilmore talks with a attendee during Crowell School of Business's startup competition kickoff on Sept. 17, 2018. Hannah Clark/THE CHIMES
Crowell School of Business hosts Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree to kick off the event.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager September 19, 2018

On Monday, Crowell School of Business hosted the fourth annual Startup Competition Kickoff. For a number of students, this event marked the beginning of their first ever entrepreneurial endeavor. With speaker and CEO of The Giving Keys Brit Gilmore in attendance, aspiring businessmen and businesswomen...

Crime Log — Sept. 11 – 18

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Property damage and trespassing make up this week’s Crime Log, including a case of bike theft.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2018

Hit and Run: Property Damage — Lot C Reported Sept. 12, 3 p.m., occurred 1:08 p.m. A student reported a collision between two vehicles. The affiliations of the involved parties have not yet been released by Campus Safety. A report was not made to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department, but Campus...

Take a day off from schoolwork at the LA County Fair

Take a day off from schoolwork at the LA County Fair
Recapture that wondrous summer bliss by attending the local fair this weekend.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) September 17, 2018

Long summer nights, summer romances and spontaneous trips are all but over as pumpkin spice, colored leaves and midterms arrive with fall. As we transition further into high-stress work mode, any lingering feelings of carefree summer bliss should fizzle out, but there may be one last event to help these...

Study Abroad Fair showcases a different Biola experience

Photo by Thecla Li / THE CHIMES
Booths filled with information about various locations allowed students to explore new opportunities during the Study Abroad Fair.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 14, 2018

The study abroad fair took to Sutherland Way by the fountain on Sept. 13, providing information and resources to students interested in taking a semester abroad. Senior sociology major Elena Jones studied abroad in Ecuador last spring. This program is offered both fall and spring semesters, according...

SGA Rundown: Changes coming to SGA Hour

The new SGA logo
Pingpong polling and changes to OCC’s approach headline this week’s senate meeting.
Austin Green, Managing Editor September 13, 2018

The Student Government Association senate voted on its first internal proposal of the year during Thursday’s meeting while discussing several changes to SGA hour. These changes include a new polling system, some changes to location and table setups and a revamped approach for the off campus communities....

$165,000 Hart wall to be complete by October, facilities management says

$165,000 Hart wall to be complete by October, facilities management says
Campus Safety implements plans for a higher wall in hope of increasing security.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager September 12, 2018

While Biola is officially considered a private campus, the 6-foot tall wall behind Hart Hall has done little to prevent individuals with criminal intent from trespassing. Due to recommendations from Campus Safety last summer, construction for an enhanced wall is currently underway in order to increase...

Crime Log — Sept. 4 – 11

Crime Log — Sept. 4 - 11
Petty theft and trespassing are up this week's Crime Log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager September 11, 2018

Trespassing — La Mirada Apartments Reported Sept. 5, 12:30 a.m. An officer reported an individual digging through the dumpster near the apartment. Officers made contact with the individual and asked them to leave. They left without further incident. Petty Theft — Horton Hall Reported Sept....