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The Chimes

Biola’s Theatre 21 students perform live—remotely

Theatre 21 moves to online meetings.
Student and faculty’s creative energy goes toward four semi-live performances, filmed over Zoom.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor April 17, 2021

In just a couple of weeks, the undeniable talent of the Biola theatre program will shine again on the screen, thanks to some handy rigging of green screens, lighting, microphones and a lot of patience. Directors senior theatre major Hannah Hines and senior theatre and Christian ministries double major...

Softball splits against Azusa Pacific University

Softball splits against Azusa Pacific University
The Eagles won and lost by one point against the Cougars.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor April 17, 2021

Softball headed to their first doubleheader of the weekend against Azusa Pacific University. The Eagles played two away games Friday afternoon against the Cougars. Biola lost the first game, 2-3, but bounced back in game two winning, 7-6. Junior pitcher Paige Austin led the Eagles through Friday's...

Groove through the semester with these 2021 singles

Groove through the semester with these 2021 singles
As the end of the semester draws near, check out some of these singles released over the past few months.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor April 17, 2021

“Shy Away” by Twenty One Pilots Known for their cryptic storylines and music dealing with mental health, Twenty One Pilots ventures into the indie pop genre with “Shy Away.” More upbeat than their typical hard-hitting, emotional tracks, the song is cheerful, while still including some heavy...

Tennis taken down by HPU

Tennis taken down by HPU
The men’s and women’s tennis teams both took tough losses to Hawaii Pacific University.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 17, 2021

Biola tennis hosted Hawaii Pacific University at the Biola Tennis Center on Thursday afternoon. With both the men and women hitting a rough patch in their seasons, the Eagles were eager to reverse their luck. However, the women did not show resolve, losing in a 0-4 sweep. The men put up a better fight,...

Biola splits doubleheader in late-inning win

Biola splits doubleheader in late-inning win
Connor Kostecka’s walk-off double gives the Eagles the win over Point Loma.
Stephanie Guevara, Freelancer April 17, 2021

After dropping game one in the ninth inning 11-6, Biola baseball evened the series against Point Loma Nazarene University with a walk-off double 5-4 win yesterday at Eagles Diamond.  Sophomore left-handed pitcher Larson Kindreich pitched six innings and struck out three batters in the first game....

“Stop Asian Hate” is not getting pushback—is that a problem?

“Stop Asian Hate" is not getting pushback—is that a problem?
There are underlying implications surrounding the absence of a reactionary movement.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor April 16, 2021

Multiple innocent Black people were killed during the summer of 2020, igniting not only the Black Lives Matter movement but also a rebuttal-turned-rival campaign: "All Lives Matter." Fast forward to March 2021, and a new racial fight has gained traction—this time fighting the myriad of violent hate...

Huntington Police deem ‘White Lives Matter’ protest unlawful

Huntington Police deem ‘White Lives Matter’ protest unlawful
Pre-nursing major recalls the dueling protests at Huntington Beach.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief April 16, 2021

On Sunday, April 11, Black Lives Matter and other anti-racism groups gathered in Huntington Beach to peacefully protest against a White Lives Matter protest scheduled for 1 p.m. at the same location. Sophomore pre-nursing major Independence Whitnak, who attended the protest, explained that the presence...

Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers

Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers
Asian Americans are breaking records, and this is just the beginning.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer April 15, 2021

Six Asian Americans have been nominated for the first time in Oscars history. From actors to directors, Asian Ameicans have remained active within the film industry, yet their hard work and dedication is only now beginning to be given some time in the limelight. In the past, Asian talent has most...

“The Nevers” delivers a fierce, feminist fantasy

“The Nevers” delivers a fierce, feminist fantasy
HBO strays from the serious and incorporates whimsical storytelling.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer April 15, 2021

“The Nevers” brings audiences into Victorian London, a place of cobblestone streets, carriages and a surge of the supernatural. Both political and entertaining, the new series from HBO emulates the charm and history of “Bridgerton,” while adding a number of thrilling and even violent scenes,...

Volleyball named PacWest SoCal Pod Champions

Volleyball named PacWest SoCal Pod Champions
The Eagles continue their winning streak as they move their overall standing, 5-2.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor April 15, 2021

Volleyball returned home Wednesday afternoon to compete in their second to last game of the PacWest season against Concordia University Irvine. The women are currently on a five-game winning streak and were named the PacWest SoCal Pod Champions after Wednesday’s win against CUI, 3-1. The Eagles...

Biola opens up vaccine eligibility for all students

Biola opens up vaccine eligibility for all students
The Health Center allows students 18 and above to receive COVID-19 vaccines on campus.
Bethsabe Camacho and Maria Weyne April 15, 2021

On April 13 the Biola Student Health Center announced all current students would be eligible to make appointments to receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on campus. Appointments began on April 15 for any student above the age of 18.  BIOLA’S EFFORTS  By April 16, the university will have administered...

Sexual Awareness Month: Students continue to support survivors on campus

Sexual Awareness Month: Students continue to support survivors on campus
SGA leaders speak out against sexual misconduct.
Maria Weyne and Natalie Willis April 14, 2021

On March 3, 2021, Sarah Everard was murdered on her way back home from a jog by a police officer in London, England. Everard was found to have been sexually assaulted before her murder.  As the world mourned her death, a study conducted by UN Women UK found that 97% of women aged 18 to 24 have experienced...