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The Chimes

It’s not a sin to be single

Opinions staff writer for 2013-14, Stefan Carlson. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Stefan Carlson encourages those who are single to cherish singleness as a gift from God.
Stefan Carlson, Writer February 12, 2014
Stefan Carlson encourages those who are single to cherish singleness as a gift from God.

There is more than love in the air

Garrick Fieger, a junior, is a freelance writer for the Opinions section. | Nick MacNeill/THE CHIMES
Garrick Fieger brings to mind the importance of Black History Month, which often gets overlooked because of Valentine's Day.
Garrick Fieger, Writer February 12, 2014
Garrick Fieger brings to mind the importance of Black History Month, which often gets overlooked because of Valentine's Day.

Staff Editorial: Pay attention to world news

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The Chimes staff explains why it is important to engage in world news.
Chimes Staff, Writer February 12, 2014
The Chimes staff explains why it is important to engage in world news.

Moving past fake smiles and broken hearts

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Samuel Alex encourages healing from heartbreak.
Samuel Alex, Writer February 11, 2014
Samuel Alex encourages healing from heartbreak.

Corey’s Corner: Speaking your mind at Biola

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President Barry Corey speaks on the policy changes regarding the showing of graphic images on campus.
President Barry Corey, Writer February 5, 2014
President Barry Corey speaks on the policy changes regarding the showing of graphic images on campus.

Pop out of it: choose your own music

Karl Reimer is the 2014 Opinions apprentice for The Chimes. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Karl Reimer shares his views on the positives and negatives of pop music.
Karl Reimer, Writer February 5, 2014
Karl Reimer shares his views on the positives and negatives of pop music.

Why we must not become tame

Stefan Carlson motivates students to have a life of adventure, beginning with a reference to Bilbo being encouraged by Gandalf to stop foolish interests and find adventure, saying, "It’s out there." | images.bwwstatic.com [Creative Commons]
Stefan Carlson challenges Christians to embrace a life of adventure.
Stefan Carlson, Writer February 4, 2014
Stefan Carlson challenges Christians to embrace a life of adventure.

Huckabee’s comments are indicative of a losing trend

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Shaefer Bagwell explains how Republicans are losing the War on Women.
Shaefer Bagwell, Writer February 3, 2014
Shaefer Bagwell explains how Republicans are losing the War on Women.

Why I let my NRA membership expire

R.J. Winans presents his National Rifle Association membership card, which he let expire at the end of last year. | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
R.J. Winans responds to the negativity revolving around the vice president of the National Rifle Association.
Robert James Winans, Writer February 3, 2014
R.J. Winans responds to the negativity revolving around the vice president of the National Rifle Association.

Don’t miss the messy manger

Biola students reenact the manger scene during the Christmas chapel. Opinions editor R.J. Winans embraces the reality of Christ's birth while moving past the superficial perfect manger scene.  | Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
R.J. Winans embraces the reality of Christ's birth while moving past the superficial perfect manger scene.
Robert James Winans, Writer December 17, 2013
R.J. Winans embraces the reality of Christ's birth while moving past the superficial perfect manger scene.

Staff Editorial: We need a study week

The Chimes staff proposes a dead week to prepare for finals. | admissions.vanderbilt.edu [Creative Commons]
The Chimes staff proposes a dead week to prepare for finals.
Chimes Staff, Writer December 11, 2013
The Chimes staff proposes a dead week to prepare for finals.

Reflections on the life and death of Loren Baker

A.J. Ranson provides tribute to his dear former art professor through an artistic illustration. | Illustration by A.J. Ranson
Alumnus A.J. Ranson reflects on the passing of Loren Baker and celebrates the person he was.
A.J. Ranson, Writer December 11, 2013
Alumnus A.J. Ranson reflects on the passing of Loren Baker and celebrates the person he was.