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The Chimes

Biola soccer picks up first win

Ethan Hardin, midfielder for Biola University Men’s Soccer.
Biola sins 3-0 vs. Sonoma State.
Colin Twisslemann, Sports Editor September 24, 2023

Biola Eagles' Men's Soccer (1-4-1) beat Sonoma State Seawolves (2-3-1) 3-0 gaining their first win of the preseason on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles started the first half as strong as possible with an early goal by junior forward Justin Eissenman. Ethan Hardin, who went on to score two goals, spoke...

Alpha Hall adjusts to being an all-freshmen and co-ed dorm

Student seen walking into the newly co-ed Alpha Hall.
New semester ushers in big changes for Alpha Hall.
Olivia Kam, News Editor September 19, 2023

Last year, Biola announced that there would be changes to housing and residence which garnered a variety of responses. Alpha Hall was one of the residence halls that changed the most with the arrival of the fall 2023 semester.  INITIAL ANNOUNCEMENT  On Jan. 31, an email was sent out to undergraduates...

“Taking Steps” — A series of music composition seminars

“Taking Steps” — A series of music composition seminars
Music composition majors attend a series of seminars to better equip themselves for the world of composition.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief September 15, 2023

Late in the afternoon on Sept. 14, music composition majors met in room 124 of the Crowell Music Hall to attend “Taking Steps,” the second music composition seminar of the year. Dr. Robert Denham, associate professor of Music Theory and Composition, led the students in beginning their journey of...

Biola honors Dr. Alina Beary

Biola University holds memorial for Dr. Alina Beary on Metzger Lawn.
Guests attend memorial service dedicated to Beary on Metzger Lawn.
Natalie Fassnacht, News Editor September 14, 2023

It was cold and quiet Tuesday night as family, friends and students of Dr. Alina Beary gathered on Metzger Lawn in a memorial service dedicated to her life and legacy. Beary was a professor in the Torrey Honors College who was in a fatal pedestrian-vehicle accident on the night of Aug. 30. The memorial...

Anticipating “Los Angeles Sees Itself”

Anticipating “Los Angeles Sees Itself”
Art students’ year-long research project of LA culture will soon be unveiled.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief September 13, 2023

Students of Biola’s art program are putting together a giant research project for an exhibition titled “Los Angeles Sees Itself.” The project has been in the making since the 2022-23 academic year. Students are working with art professors Dan Callis and Astri Swendsrud. Carl Berg, curator for PRJCTLA,...

Biola cross country showcases massive potential

Men's cross country runs at invitational.
Biola XC Finishes 1st and 2nd Overall
Colin Twisslemann, Sports Editor September 12, 2023

Both Biola men’s and women’s cross country teams impressed at an invitational on Sept. 8. Considering they planned to run at a controlled pace, the results proved Biola is poised to finish at the top of their conference. Going into the season the men’s team was ranked 3rd in the PacWest Conference,...

Renovated fitness center

Biola's fitness center gets new equipment and renovations.
New paint, equipment and atmosphere has been unveiled.
Olivia Kam, News Editor September 11, 2023

Biola’s major ongoing renovations around campus have not excluded the newly renovated fitness center.  The fitness center received a new coat of paint, repaired air conditioning and updated equipment and machines. These upgrades notably freshened and brightened the atmosphere for students wanting...

OCC claims the Nationball Champion title

OCC celebrates their win.
Biola’s long-running tradition continues but ushers in major changes.
Lauren Yee and Dalet Valles September 9, 2023

The new semester has kicked off as incoming and returning students fought to claim the Nationball Champion title. The long-standing tradition of dodgeball between Biola’s “nations,” dorms and the off-campus+community (OCC), ushered in dozens of students to represent their teams with pride.  “I...

Cougars take care of the Eagles

Junior defender Nathan Kovalcik.
Biola loses to CSU San Marcos 3-1.
Colin Twisslemann, Sports Editor September 9, 2023

Biola Eagles men's soccer  (0-2-1) lost to the Cal State San Marcos Cougars (2-0-0) on the road 3-1 Wednesday night in their 15th matchup ever.  TIGHT FIRST HALF The game started out promising as Biola was quick to capitalize on an offsides call against San Marcos as they scored a goal 8 minutes...

Starting the theater season with Biola Backstage

Starting the theater season with Biola Backstage
Exploring the process of auditioning at Theatre 21 with a junior musical theater major.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief September 8, 2023

On Sep. 6, Biola’s theater program, Theatre 21, opened doors for students across campus to audition for this academic year’s theater season. Students from all majors were invited to drop by the Theatre 21 Building and audition. THE AUDITION PROCESS Jesenya Rivera-Puls, a junior musical theater...

New Beginnings for Biola Students

New Beginnings for Biola Students
A recap of Welcome Weekend for the Fall 2023 semester.
Natalie Fassnacht, News Editor September 7, 2023

The start of a new year always brings challenges and excitement, especially for students who are new to Biola. New Student Orientation started on Aug. 24 and leaders welcomed students back to campus on a warm Thursday. Many students were introduced to a decorated dorm hall and welcoming residential assistants....

A look into a semester of performances

A look into a semester of performances
The Conservatory of Music will hold multiple events throughout the semester
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief September 6, 2023

The start of the 2023-24 academic year brings a renewed sense of excitement and eagerness among students, staff and faculty. With a new start comes a new slew of events.  Biola’s Conservatory of Music ushers in old and new programs for students, staff, faculty and guests to attend, allowing both...