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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Meet the SMU presidential nominees

Biolans cast ballots for student representatives.
The Student Missionary Union candidates share their platforms and vision for 2022-2023.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2022

Biolans will have the chance to vote for the next Student Missionary Union president at the Bell Tower starting Monday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. after a special elections chapel. Polls close on Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 10:00 p.m. Two SMU presidential candidates shared the commitments and goals that make up...

SGA Rundown: Senators discuss repairing pool tables and increasing the student fee

SGA Rundown: Senators discuss repairing pool tables and increasing the student fee
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 10, 2022

This week, the Student Government Association heard student representatives from the Black Student Association and voted on proposals to fund repairs to damaged pool tables in the Student Union Building, as well as increase the student fee.  BLACK STUDENT ASSOCIATION Commencing the meeting in celebration...

Check out this photo gallery of ‘The Sea We Must Wade’

Take an inside look at the exhibition on campus about racial discrimination against Black Americans.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 10, 2022

“The Sea We Must Wade” is a heart-wrenching and eye-opening exhibit focused on the current-day suppression of African Americans. In sombering tone, it communicates the gravity of the grief that many face as a result of governmental suppression. The gallery includes the reality of police brutality...

California launches new service-oriented grant program

California launches new service-oriented grant program
Biola students miss an opportunity to participate in a grant.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor February 9, 2022

On Jan. 18 California Gov. Gavin Newsom launched a new program designed to help send California students to college debt free. The program, named #CaliforniansForAll College Corps, was created to connect students to service opportunities while helping pay for their college fees. COLLEGE AND SERVICE According...

Evangelism needs to include science

Evangelism needs to include science
Science is a tool that should not be ignored.
Kei-Lynn Wheaton, Staff Writer February 9, 2022

When an evangelism opportunity arises, Christians should be prepared to use science as a tool to answer questions. There are people who have “standard issues” with Christianity such as mistrust of the church, an unwillingness to live by the biblical standard or a dislike of Christians.  The Barna...

Women’s golf lands top spot in Texas A&M International Tournament

Women’s golf lands top spot in Texas A&M International Tournament
The Eagles placed third with a score of 905.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 9, 2022

On Feb. 7-8, women’s golf played in the Jack Brown Memorial tournament where junior Sami Penor first overall with 17 straight pars. Biola finished in third place behind Texas A&M International University and Dallas Baptist University. FINAL FOUR The final four Biola competitors also scored well....

“Laurel Hell” is another hit from Mitski

“Laurel Hell” is another hit from Mitski
Mitski’s songwriting is better than ever and her new foray into synthpop is a success.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer February 8, 2022

Indie singer-songwriter Mitski gained popularity from her last two albums, “Puberty 2” and “Be The Cowboy.” Her highly-anticipated follow-up “Laurel Hell” is finally here and finds her changing up her usual rock sound for a throwback to 1980s synthpop. SONGWRITING BLISS Mitski is known...

BASA club creates a space for African students on campus

Members of the Biola African Students Association pose for a picture.
The Biola African Students Association invites diverse friendships and culture.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor February 8, 2022

Biola African Students Association launched on Jan. 25 with food and introductions in the Library Courtyard, but according to senior business administration major and BASA president Natuwa Basalirwa, establishing the club began about three years prior. BEGINNINGS AND GOALS According to Basalirwa, plans...

Men’s basketball win seventh in a row, defeat Holy Names University

Men’s basketball win seventh in a row, defeat Holy Names University
The Eagles’ 85-74 win caps off their northern California road trip.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 8, 2022

Men’s basketball kept rolling as they won their seventh game in a row after defeating Holy Names University, 85-74. This moved the team to 12-3 in the PacWest Conference right before a key stretch of games prior to the conference tournament. The Eagles are second in the conference, behind Azusa...

Politics Rundown: COVID-19 hospitalizations down, gas prices rise, US-Germany unite amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

Politics Rundown: COVID-19 hospitalizations down, gas prices rise, US-Germany unite amid Russia-Ukraine conflict
Los Angeles County and Orange County release information about gas prices and hospitalization rates.
Julianne Foster February 7, 2022

REDUCED HOSPITALIZATIONS COVID-19 hospitalizations in Los Angeles County are on a downward trend, dropping from 3,233 to 2,841 as of Feb. 7. The L.A. Public Health Department reported 7,017 new cases on Feb. 6. On Thursday, the Los Angeles Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said 82% of eligible...

Power outage leaves Biola in the dark

Power outage leaves Biola in the dark
Across campus buildings lost power, and the cause remains unknown.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor February 6, 2022

This afternoon Biola’s campus lost power for an hour. According to Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba, Campus Safety quickly activated a low-level alert across their emergency operation center. Ojeisekhoba reported that the cause of the outage is currently unknown. COMMUNICATION Campus Safety...

Women’s tennis take weekend wins against CalTech and Redlands

Women’s tennis take weekend wins against CalTech and Redlands
The Eagles only allowed both teams one point, Beavers 8-1, Bulldogs 6-1.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 5, 2022

Women’s tennis played their first away game of the spring semester on Feb. 4 in Pasadena, California against the California Institute of Technology and won, 8-1. On Saturday, the Eagles flew home to defeat the University of Redlands, 6-1. SEVEN POINT LEAD OVER THE BEAVERS The Eagles were eager to...