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The Chimes

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The Chimes

What not to say at a funeral

Opinions editor Conrad Frommelt discusses the pain of his father's passing, and explores why it is that Christians are so uncomfortable around the topic of death. | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Conrad Frommelt discusses the pain of his father's passing, and explores why it is that Christians are so uncomfortable around the topic of death.
Conrad Frommelt, Writer September 14, 2014
Conrad Frommelt discusses the pain of his father's passing, and explores why it is that Christians are so uncomfortable around the topic of death.

Staff Editorial: Why we do not do what we could do

Freshman forward Riley Waldeck kicks the ball to an open teammate on the Sept 9 game against Antelope Valley. | Kalli Thommen/THE CHIMES
The Chimes Staff discuss the importance and reasoning behind the Biola contract.
Chimes Staff, Writer September 10, 2014
The Chimes Staff discuss the importance and reasoning behind the Biola contract.

Remember heritage to forget racism

| Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
Valerie Gamboa considers the importance of valuing one's heritage.
Valerie Gamboa, Writer September 10, 2014
Valerie Gamboa considers the importance of valuing one's heritage.

Why you should still care about 9/11

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On the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Josh Kristianto reminds readers of the importance of remembering this horrific part of our history.
Josh Kristianto, Writer September 10, 2014
On the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Josh Kristianto reminds readers of the importance of remembering this horrific part of our history.

Church in too many places

| Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Aaron Fooks discusses the reasons he believes Biola to be a church.
Aaron Fooks, Writer September 10, 2014
Aaron Fooks discusses the reasons he believes Biola to be a church.

Let’s talk about homosexuality

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Lucy Stagnaro addresses the issue of homosexuality, and encourages readers to nurture faith before confronting matters of sexuality.
Lucy Stagnaro, Writer September 10, 2014
Lucy Stagnaro addresses the issue of homosexuality, and encourages readers to nurture faith before confronting matters of sexuality.

Small truths about big fans

| Jenny Oetzell/THE CHIMES
Catherine Streng encourages readers to identify themselves beyond superficial labels.
Catherine Streng, Writer September 9, 2014
Catherine Streng encourages readers to identify themselves beyond superficial labels.

Piercings and tattoos do not desecrate, but adorn

Opinions writer Catherine Streng shows off her own piercings. "Body modifications display a matter of personal taste not a matter of morality," Streng said. | Tomber Su/THE CHIMES
Catherine Streng shares her views on body modifications.
Catherine Streng, Writer September 3, 2014
Catherine Streng shares her views on body modifications.

We cannot all drive death machines

Notorious for his "grandma-like" driving, Conrad Frommelt shares his first experience behind the wheel of a truck. | Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Notorious for his "grandma-like" driving, Conrad Frommelt shares his first experience behind the wheel of a truck.
Conrad Frommelt, Writer September 3, 2014
Notorious for his "grandma-like" driving, Conrad Frommelt shares his first experience behind the wheel of a truck.

How ice water can save lives or drown a campaign

| Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
Jenny Oetzell shares her views on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and questions the motives behind some of its participants.
Jenny Oetzell, Writer September 2, 2014
Jenny Oetzell shares her views on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and questions the motives behind some of its participants.

Confessions of an accidental racist

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Conrad Frommelt considers what it means to be racially ignorant.
Conrad Frommelt, Writer September 1, 2014
Conrad Frommelt considers what it means to be racially ignorant.

Time To Bring Classical Music Bach

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An inside look into the effects of listening to classical music.
Catherine Streng, Writer August 31, 2014
An inside look into the effects of listening to classical music.