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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Nikki Haley and the fight for reproductive rights

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley opposes abortion.
Here is what Nikki Haley’s pro-life stance could mean for reproductive rights across the nation.
Noel Sassoon, Deputy Opinions Editor March 20, 2023

In early February, Nikki Haley, a Republican who formerly served as the governor of South Carolina, announced that she will be running for president in the upcoming 2024 election. According to the New Yorker, Haley is the “first Republican to challenge Trump in next year’s primary.”  One of...

Hope hosts its second annual “Hopechella” all-hall

Freshman fine arts major Fiona Doyle sold prints at her "Fionart" table.
Students gathered for a night of live music and supported student vendors outside of Hope.
Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor March 20, 2023

String lights sparkled overhead and speakers boomed with live music as students stopped to attend the second annual “Hopechella” all-hall event on March 17 right outside of the building at the basketball courts. The all-hall event features student musicians and merchants and gives students in Hope...

Biola’s Family Engagement department hosts Grandparents Day

Business administration major David Livingston welcomes his grandparents to Biola.
Students and grandparents enjoy a variety of activities together.
Shelby LaPorte and Dalet Valles March 18, 2023

On March 17, Biola’s Family Engagement department hosted its annual Grandparents Day, where families gathered on Biola’s campus to spend quality time with students. Attendees participated in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.  SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY Throughout the day, students and...

Politics Rundown: Los Angeles teachers’ union plans to strike

LAUSD union announces teachers' strike will begin on March 21.
California tackles homelessness with additional state funding and President Joe Biden announces insulin price reduction.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief March 16, 2023

On March 15, the Service Employees International Union, a union that represents thousands of workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District, announced that workers will be on strike for three days beginning March 21. According to Associated Press News, the United Teachers Los Angeles expressed its...

Biola Chorale hosts send-off concert for Italy tour

Biola Chorale hosts send-off concert for Italy tour
The Biola Chorale members perform a concert in Crowell Music Building in anticipation of their Italy tour.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief March 15, 2023

The hall quieted as the Biola Chorale members settled into their positions across the stage. Dr. Shawna Stewart, the choir director, adjusted her music stand and looked at the choir. Then, with a gesture of Stewart’s hand, the choir members burst into song, their voices ringing loud in the auditorium...

Ed Stetzer appointed dean of Talbot School of Theology

Former Wheaton College administrator Ed Stetzer joins Biola as Talbot dean.
The Talbot School of Theology adds two online programs to their catalog.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor March 13, 2023

On Feb. 21, 2023 Biola announced the appointment of Dr. Ed Stetzer as Dean of the Talbot School of Theology. Stetzer will assume that role starting July 2, 2023. Then, the school recently announced that two online programs will be added to Talbot in fall 2023, the latest alterations in a string...

Home runs lift Biola baseball to victory

Senior infielder Tyler White leans back after swinging.
The Eagles hit four home runs en route to victory over the Sunbirds. 
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor March 13, 2023

Four home runs propelled Biola’s baseball team to an 8-0 victory over Fresno Pacific on Saturday at Eagles Diamond. The Eagles, who have struggled in PacWest play, improved their conference record to 2-6.  PITCHING SETS THE TONE Starting right-handed pitcher Andrew Beauvais earned his first win...

Women’s track team dominates at Oxy Distance Carnival

Freshman middle distance runner Maggie Williams heads toward the finish line.
Biola dominates the 800-meter race.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer March 13, 2023

The Biola women’s track team competed in the 800m run and 5000m race among four total events at the Oxy Distance Carnival hosted by Occidental College, with solid results across the board. In the 800m freshman Maggie Williams took first with a time of 2:11:57, leading the team. Four Biolans finished...

Women’s golf takes 7th in CSU San Marcos Fujikura Invite

Junior Brady Turnquist nabbed an Individual Runner-Up award at the Fujikura Invite.
Turnquist leads second round improvement.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer March 13, 2023

Biola women’s golf team finished seventh after the second day of the tournament. Each individual player improved their score, and the whole team’s score improved from 320 to 307.  The team finished above Grand Valley State, who was ranked 20 by the WCGA (Women’s Golf Coaches Association). TURNQUIST...

Spotlight on the Eddy 

Elias Shamoon opens the Eddy with a set of five original songs.
Elias Shamoon and Jake Scott set the stage on fire at the pavilion.
Aaron Rollins, Freelance Writer March 12, 2023

Hosted by the Office of Campus Engagement, the Eddy is an annual on-campus concert at Biola. The fireplace pavilion, located at the center of campus, was the backdrop for the event. This year featured a donut wall, refreshments, a giveaway, a photobooth and two amazing musicians. Students crowded around...

Hope, despair and sustainability

By participating in protests against climate change, youth are fulfilling God's call to be good stewards of creation.
Discussing climate extremes and sustainable consumerism with Biola environmental science professor Kevin Browning.
Amelia Schuhler, Opinions Editor March 11, 2023

Biola is an interesting place to study environmental science. The intersection of science and religion is a complex relationship that has oscillated throughout history between conflict and collaboration. In this age of climate change posing an imminent threat to the well-being and security of every person,...

Biola boys buck Broncos

Redshirt junior first baseman Wyatt Duncan takes a swing.
Biola baseball defeats Cal Poly Pomona 11-3.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor March 11, 2023

Biola’s baseball team broke a six-game losing streak in big fashion against nationally-ranked Cal Poly Pomona on Tuesday evening. The Eagles’ lineup laced 14 hits en route to an 11-3 victory over the Broncos.  EAGLES SOAR FROM THE START  Biola wasted no time manufacturing runs, bringing three...