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The Chimes

Proposals pass in total amount of $6,440

The Student Government Association logo
Senators voted on five proposals and heard two internal proposals.
Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor March 27, 2018

The Student Government Association shared highlights from Missions Conference, had two internal proposals, voted on proposals from last week, wrote SGA memories and voted Hope senator Chris Sandino as this semester’s parliamentarian. Sigma senator Makayla Smith also shared how BiolaShares will...

It is the great trophy, Charlie Brown

With a Charlie Brown theme, APEX won Mock Rock for the second year in a row.
APEX invited the audience to revisit their childhoods and teenage angst.
Jana Eller and Rebecca Mitchell March 23, 2018

Tugging on the heartstrings of many student’s high school playlist, APEX has taken the Mock Rock trophy for the second year in a row. WIN ROUND TWO “I can’t believe we won two years in a row. We knew that we put in a lot of work, but our ultimate goal was just to have a blast,” said Timothy...

Psychologist stresses importance of resolving social conflict

A photo of Jonathan Haidt
Jonathan Haidt gives inspiring lecture about resolving social conflict on college campuses.
John Kay, Freelance Writer March 22, 2018

As Jonathan Haidt, a prominent social psychologist, walked towards the stage to discuss his newest book, “The Coddling of the American Mind,” the packed crowd seated in Sutherland Auditorium felt a sense of uncertainty. This event gave new ground for both Haidt and Biola in seeking to understand...

Campus Safety adjusts active shooter procedures for tabletop exercise

Students standing in the Caf during the lockdown
In the aftermath of recent school shootings, Campus Safety tests emergency preparedness.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 21, 2018

The active shooter simulation exercise started with a prayer. It ended with 22 confirmed dead. Campus Safety regularly holds tabletop exercises and campus-wide lockdowns to keep students, faculty and staff prepared to respond to an active shooter threat. This spring’s exercise, which occurred Wednesday...

Beyond the Bubble: Five bombs go off in Austin

A photoillustration of a student popping a bubble.
Authorities remain uncertain as to bomber’s motive for the attacks.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 21, 2018

After planting a number of devices which have killed two people and injured four, a serial bomber suspect in Austin detonated an explosive and died as police fired shots on Wednesday. EXPLOSIONS SHAKE AUSTIN Authorities have identified the suspect as 23-year-old Mark Anthony Conditt, and believe...

Crime Log ― March 13 – March 20

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace make up this week's Crime Log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 21, 2018

PETTY THEFT ― LOT S Reported March 13, 1:26 p.m., occurred between March 12, 2:20 p.m. and March 13, 1:20 p.m. A staff member reported an exit sign stolen from the parking structure. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation. DISTURBING THE PEACE ― HOPE HALL Reported March 15, 12:52 a.m. A...

Fallen panel causes middle campus closure

Wooden tunnels lead into Eagles' Nest
Facilities management remains unsure why the panel shifted, but plans to secure every one.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 21, 2018

Working to increase safety after a clip malfunction over a month ago,facilities management will reinstall the panels under the canopy by Eagles’ Nest and Common Grounds within three weeks. A SLIPPED CLIP Originally installed in spring 2016, the panels did not have support screws present as in...

eyond the Bubble: North Korea opens denuclearization discussion

A photoillustration of a student popping a bubble.
After months of high tensions with Kim Jong-un, President Trump will meet with him in May.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2018

East Asia is holding its breath after President Donald Trump announced he would participate in the first meeting between sitting leaders of the United States and North Korea. AN UNEASY PEACE South Korean officials announced North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has offered to cease nuclear and missile...

Crime Log ― March 6 – March 13

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Hit & Run, Petty Theft, Disturbing the Peace and Disorderly Conduct make up this week's Crime Log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2018

HIT AND RUN ― LOT E Reported March 8, 2:29 p.m. A student reported a vehicle scraping another when pulling out of a parking space. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation, but the case was not reported to the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. PETTY THEFT ― BLACKSTONE HALL Reported March...

“Mother Teresa of Cairo” receives award at Missions Conference

President Barry Corey praying with "Mama Maggie" Groban.
Students learn about God’s power of the darkness in Egypt and around the world.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2018

As “Mama Maggie” Groban delivered her acceptance speech for the 2018 Charles W. Colson Conviction and Courage Award, a sound broke through the still air of Chase Gymnasium—a baby’s cry. Gobran, often called the “Mother Teresa of Cairo” for her work with the orphans and impoverished families...

Music students express disappointment with university recognition

The Music in Worship building
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2018

When junior music education major Evan Williams heard administration was requesting music students to perform during the dedication ceremony of the Alton and Lydia Lym Center for Science, Technology and Health, it felt like a slap in the face. “That was hard for a lot of us, because the science...

Speech and debate phase-out paused

Members of the forensics team post with awards
Quinn Gorham, Freelance Writer March 13, 2018

Amidst the speech and debate team’s success and growth, administration has paused the phase-out process for the team  to further assess the possibility of allowing the program to continue. In pausing the process, administration has allowed the speech and debate team, also known as the Forensics...