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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Staff Editorial: hefty Biola tuition price worth it in the end

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The benefit of attending Biola outweighs the pain of pricey tuition and financial debt.
Chimes Staff, Writer February 28, 2013
The benefit of attending Biola outweighs the pain of pricey tuition and financial debt.

Opposing Viewpoints: violence in culture and the arts is unedifying to society

Austin Rogers argues that violence in art does not benefit Christians.
Austin Rogers, Writer February 27, 2013
Austin Rogers argues that violence in art does not benefit Christians.

SCORR conference should be an alternative to Missions Conference

Linda Kazibwe-James form Whittier Christian High School, who is originally from Kenya, leads an African Dance Workshop on Saturday morning. | Rachel Adams/THE CHIMES
Joseph DeClercq shares his opinion about attendance policies for SCORR Conference and Missions Conference.
Joseph DeClercq, Writer February 27, 2013
Joseph DeClercq shares his opinion about attendance policies for SCORR Conference and Missions Conference.

Lent can be a growth experience instead of a trend

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Natasha Cheeley argues that Lent is a unique opportunity for corporate worship.
Natasha Cheeley, Writer February 27, 2013
Natasha Cheeley argues that Lent is a unique opportunity for corporate worship.

Opposing Viewpoints: violence in art is a matter of the heart

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Lauralyn Koontz argues why Christians shouldn't dismiss all depictions of violence.
Lauralyn Koontz, Writer February 24, 2013
Lauralyn Koontz argues why Christians shouldn't dismiss all depictions of violence.

Staff Editorial: AS elections changes have both positive and negative effects

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Some changes made to the AS elections schedule are good — others aren't so great.
Chimes Staff, Writer February 21, 2013
Some changes made to the AS elections schedule are good — others aren't so great.

Students should change mindset about SCORR conference

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Shaefer Bagwell describes the deep significance of the SCORR Conference.
Shaefer Bagwell, Writer February 20, 2013
Shaefer Bagwell describes the deep significance of the SCORR Conference.

Chapel is like Chipotle

Senior Mackenzie Burns shares in communion during chapel on Wednesday morning. Every semester, students are invited to “go to the table” in chapel during the campus-wide Day of Prayer. | Olivia Blinn/THE CHIMES
Emma Aungst suggests that students choose a chapel specific to their spiritual growth.
Emma Aungst, Writer February 20, 2013
Emma Aungst suggests that students choose a chapel specific to their spiritual growth.

A new era: the Pope resigns

In 2010, the Pope gives a blessing to the crowds after returning to the Vatican.
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Jonathan Diaz weighs in with his thoughts on the significance of the Pope's resignation and it's impact on the global Church.
Jonathan Diaz, Writer February 20, 2013
Jonathan Diaz weighs in with his thoughts on the significance of the Pope's resignation and it's impact on the global Church.

Learning to embrace different forms of community

Led by Senior Peter Bell and sophomore Samuel Alex, Biola students gather in Hope's lobby on Dec. 14 to pray for the families and victims of Friday's shootings. | Grant Walter/THE CHMES
Jonathan Nichols argues that we should embrace the possibilities of Biola's community.
Jonathan Nichols, Writer February 19, 2013
Jonathan Nichols argues that we should embrace the possibilities of Biola's community.

Staff Editorial: casual dating a viable option for Christians

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Casual dating needs to be redefined in order to create a better environment for men and women to be more intentional with each other.
Chimes Staff, Writer February 13, 2013
Casual dating needs to be redefined in order to create a better environment for men and women to be more intentional with each other.

Words from the Wise: the Biola Bubble a positive force

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Professor Jason Oakes argues that the Biola Bubble acts as an incubator for students.
Jason Oakes, Writer February 13, 2013
Professor Jason Oakes argues that the Biola Bubble acts as an incubator for students.