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Words from a wise guy: what’s “With”?

Adjunct professor for the English Department, Larry Smith. | Katie Juranek/THE CHIMES
Larry Smith challenges the theme of this year's Torrey Conference.
Larry Smith, Writer October 15, 2013
Larry Smith challenges the theme of this year's Torrey Conference.

Choose your words wisely

Seniors Max Allen and Jordan McCormack listen as senior Kyle Kinney talks about intramural sports. Senior Rachel Thompson writes about the importance of being intentional with your speech. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Rachel Thompson emphasizes the powerful use of speech.
Rachel Thompson, Writer October 15, 2013
Rachel Thompson emphasizes the powerful use of speech.

Female self-respect takes backseat in culture

Miley Cyrus poses in her "teddy bear outfit" before taking it off on stage during her controversial performance for the MTV Video Music Awards. Dana Drum discusses the repercussions of our sexually saturated culture on our lives. | Courtesy of Creative Commons
Dayna Drum warns against becoming desensitized in our sexually saturated culture.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 13, 2013
Dayna Drum warns against becoming desensitized in our sexually saturated culture.

Fostering encouragement and care

Junior Yesenia Porras writes a note to a friend despite large amounts of homework. Freshman Luke Mountain shares how encouragement goes a long way. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
Freshman Luke Mountain shares the importance of being like Barnabas.
Luke Mountain, Writer October 9, 2013
Freshman Luke Mountain shares the importance of being like Barnabas.

The beauty of the face and the reverence of bones

Keegan Cheleden brings to attention what it means to love after death.
Keegan Cheleden, Writer October 8, 2013
Keegan Cheleden brings to attention what it means to love after death.

Staff Editorial: Stop complaining, start appreciating

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The Chimes staff tackles the issue of complaining on campus.
Chimes Staff, Writer October 7, 2013
The Chimes staff tackles the issue of complaining on campus.

Authentic community is the answer for our loneliness

Grant Walter/THE CHIMES
Stefan Carlson points out how loneliness is a result of avoiding authentic community and individualism.
Stefan Carlson, Writer October 7, 2013
Stefan Carlson points out how loneliness is a result of avoiding authentic community and individualism.

Let’s talk about sex: it is time for a frank conversation

Closing out the Torrey Conference, speaker Mike Erre challenges students to seek the person of Christ, suggesting they "read Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and repeat." | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Shaefer Bagwell discusses the need to address the topic of sex in the Christian community.
Shaefer Bagwell, Writer October 6, 2013
Shaefer Bagwell discusses the need to address the topic of sex in the Christian community.

Political Party: Are Republican efforts to defund Obamacare harmful to the party’s image?

Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Students debate whether the GOP's efforts to defund Obamacare will hurt their reputation.
Ashley Campos & Jackson De Vight, Writer October 1, 2013
Students debate whether the GOP's efforts to defund Obamacare will hurt their reputation.

Federal shutdown begs for more emphasis on local government

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In the midst of the government shutdown, R.J. Winans encourages citizens to get involved.
Robert James Winans, Writer October 1, 2013
In the midst of the government shutdown, R.J. Winans encourages citizens to get involved.

Corey’s Corner: “Passage to India”

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President Barry Corey shares how God is working in India.
President Barry Corey, Writer September 30, 2013
President Barry Corey shares how God is working in India.

Staff Editorial: the harm of book banning

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The Chimes Staff exposes the dangers of restricted reading.
Chimes Staff, Writer September 30, 2013
The Chimes Staff exposes the dangers of restricted reading.