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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Obama administration’s stance on marriage act unconstitutional

The Obama administration's recent decision not to enforce the Defense of Marriage Act oversteps their constitutional bounds and shows a lack of understanding of their role in government.
Albert Cheng, Writer March 8, 2011
The Obama administration's recent decision not to enforce the Defense of Marriage Act oversteps their constitutional bounds and shows a lack of understanding of their role in government.

Pell Grant funding decrease strengthens call for stewardship

Pell Grant funding was cut last month, making college less affordable, but students are still called to stewardship.
March 3, 2011
Pell Grant funding was cut last month, making college less affordable, but students are still called to stewardship.

Expensive gas a small price for free Mid-East

Focus on higher gas prices distracts from concern for Middle East.
March 3, 2011
Focus on higher gas prices distracts from concern for Middle East.

Women lack resources for struggle with sexual sin

Men are far from being the only ones to struggle with sexual sin, but resources for women are strangely lacking, even at Biola.
March 2, 2011
Men are far from being the only ones to struggle with sexual sin, but resources for women are strangely lacking, even at Biola.

Black History Month celebration successful but under-promoted [Exclusive]

Black History Month at Biola was celebrated with an evening of music, dance and food. Arthur Daniels Jr. gives an account from his personal perspective.
Arthur Daniels Jr., Writer March 1, 2011
Black History Month at Biola was celebrated with an evening of music, dance and food. Arthur Daniels Jr. gives an account from his personal perspective.

Abortion remains serious issue for African American community

A recent pro-life ad campaign highlights the problem of abortion in the African American community and rubs Planned Parenthood the wrong way.
Arthur Daniels Jr., Writer February 24, 2011
A recent pro-life ad campaign highlights the problem of abortion in the African American community and rubs Planned Parenthood the wrong way.

Wisconsin teacher’s union protests governor’s proposals

Wisconsin teacher's union protests proposal by Gov. Scott Walker regarding benefits and out-of-pocket costs.
Albert Cheng, Writer February 23, 2011
Wisconsin teacher's union protests proposal by Gov. Scott Walker regarding benefits and out-of-pocket costs.

Opposing Viewpoints: Addition of TRON to Disneyland [positive]

An artist's impression of ElecTRONica, promoting itself as a dance party with cast performances and high-tech laser shows. The new California Adventure fixture is scheduled to remain in place until summer. | Photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog
Lizzie Lutzger discusses TRON, saying the new Disneyland addition is more fun for everyone.
February 22, 2011
Lizzie Lutzger discusses TRON, saying the new Disneyland addition is more fun for everyone.

Opposing Viewpoints: Addition of TRON to Disneyland [negative]

An artist's impression of ElecTRONica, promoting itself as a dance party with cast performances and high-tech laser shows. The new California Adventure fixture is scheduled to remain in place until summer. | Photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog
Lauralyn Koontz explains why TRON, Disneyland's latest addition, fails to match Disney standards.
Lauralyn Koontz, Writer February 22, 2011
Lauralyn Koontz explains why TRON, Disneyland's latest addition, fails to match Disney standards.

Education reform not the job of big goverment

President Obama and Congress are tackling massive education reform, but will the new policies really help?
Albert Cheng, Writer February 19, 2011
President Obama and Congress are tackling massive education reform, but will the new policies really help?

Exploring diversity part three: Examining solutions

Arthur wraps up his series with a look at practical solutions for Biola’s insufficient diversity among the student population.
Arthur Daniels Jr., Writer February 18, 2011
Arthur wraps up his series with a look at practical solutions for Biola’s insufficient diversity among the student population.

Staff Editorial: DTR Week addresses tough issues, often tritely

Biola's DTR Week treats matters of serious importance with an often trivial attitude.
Chimes Staff, Writer February 17, 2011
Biola's DTR Week treats matters of serious importance with an often trivial attitude.