The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
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The California State government is behind schedule in finalizing the state budget information, which is affecting the timeliness of students receiving their promised Cal Grants.

[Photo] Cal grants coming late

September 11, 2008
The Splash! water park filled with students Friday afternoon for the AS Splash! Event to enjoy fun, food, and water with friends.

[Photo] AS kicks the year off with a splash (video)

September 6, 2008
Brittany Neill, senior, scored the only point against Biola's opponent William Penn.

[Photo] Women’s soccer starts season on positive foot

September 1, 2008
Parents and students gather for the first time in Chase Gymnasium for an official Biola welcome given by the admissions staff, SOS directors, and President Corey.

[Photo] Freshman class bigger than ever

August 26, 2008
Friday, Aug. 22 marked the beginning of new student orientation week at Biola, hosting the largest incoming freshman class in Biola's history. SOS events will begin on Saturday morning and continue on throughout the week.

[Photo] New Student Orientation Begins

August 21, 2008
Freshman Samuel Rood, a co-leader of Jewish ministries, speaks at the Bible study.

[Photo] For new ministry, chosen people are chosen mission

June 4, 2008
Senior Rudy Ramirez broadcasts at Biola Radio's on-campus studio on Monday night. Several students have launched their own news and sports shows through the online station.

[Photo] After hiatus, Biola Radio sings again

May 26, 2008
Jeremy Davidson, Michael 'Danger' Kilpatrick, and Christopher Irwin placed third place in the Shure's Fantastic Scholastic Recording Competition winning a set of Shure headphones and a $1,000 donation to Biola's CMA department.

[Photo] Film students win Shure recording award

May 16, 2008
Freshman Danielle Voland hurls a shotput during the GSAC Track and Field Championships. Voland competes in both throwing and sprinting events.

[Photo] Seven Eagles represent Biola at track nationals in late May

May 16, 2008
Senior Jimmy Johnson pitches against Azusa Pacific in one of the last regular season games of 2008.

[Photo] Baseball ousted by Concordia

May 16, 2008
Biolans have generally been satisfied with the recent security measures that have been improved since Fall 2005, which includes the addition of two gatehouse entrances and will continue with the addition of the gated entrance along Biola Ave. that is soon to be in effect.

[Photo] Student satisfaction at Biola comparatively high

May 16, 2008
Phillip Wallace speaks as part of a panel of students and alumni at the Jesus mural forum held in Mayers Auditorium on Tuesday May 13. The event focused on speaking for the voice that has not yet been heard on the subject of the mural, specifically involving the issue of racial oppression.

[Photo] Jesus Mural Forum Sparks Discussion

May 14, 2008
President Corey performed his centennial poem with help from Elijah Smith playing along on the banjo as part of the celebratory chapel.

[Photo] Biola Closes the Year in Centennial Celebration

May 14, 2008
The Associated Students meet every Tuesday afternoon to discuss and vote on proposals.

[Photo] Senate: Yes on Marine speaker, social action, more referees.

May 13, 2008
Freshman Matt Sanchez sang a solo during the King's Men performance at Wednesday's special Easter chapel.

[Photo] This Week In Photos

March 21, 2008
Biola Senior Scott Heinrichs was featured at Thursday night's Student Showcase Eddy, which took place outside of Common Grounds.

[Photo] March Eddy Showcases Student Talent

March 20, 2008
Rev. Alistair Begg spoke at the Centennial Chapel on Wednesday and focused on the topic of temptation.

[Photo] This Week in Photos

March 14, 2008
As part of Biola's Cultural Awareness Day, the cafeteria served a variety of international foods during lunch, including a curry bar and a variety of ethnic toppings.

[Photo] International Student Association Hosts Cultural Awareness Day

March 10, 2008
Phil Wickham was the featured artist for chapel on March 7, drawing a crowd of students eager and ready to praise the Lord. Considering it was a Friday morning chapel, the gym was unusually packed, with one of the biggest Friday turnouts all semester.

[Photo] Friday Chapel Features Phil Wickham

March 7, 2008
On Thursday, a table set up by the Social Injustice Ministry drew many students to participate in what they called 'writing the wrong', letters written to certain senators.

[Photo] This Week in Photos

March 7, 2008
A wide variety of shoes covered in red glitter were the table's decorative centerpieces at the Ruby Slipper Luncheon on March 5.

[Photo] Ruby Slippers Luncheon Honors Biola Women

March 5, 2008
As part of the campus day of prayer, Wednesday morning prayer chapel involved worship, student led prayer, a message by President Corey, and communion. President Corey invited the student body to join with him in the partaking of communion before 'rising up to go'.

[Photo] Morning Chapel Starts Off Biola’s Day of Prayer

March 5, 2008
“It's competitive and its hardnosed. Guys are going at it 100 percent. If you get hit, you get hit,” said Ryan Smith, co-captain of the team.

[Photo] Two Injured in Saturday Lacrosse Game

March 3, 2008
Freshman Sarah Snyder shows aggression at the net in her doubles match against the opposing team from the University of La Verne.

[Photo] Biola Girls Tennis Takes Their First Season Win Against the University of La Verne

February 29, 2008
Sophomore midfielder John Crowell (15) cradles the ball in preparing to pass, while freshman midfielder Jon McMahan (9) looks on.

[Photo] Lacrosse team gives Cal State Fullerton a Beating

February 29, 2008
In preparation for the Centennial Celebrations last weekend, the campus was filled with a variety of signs documenting the university's history. Beside the Bell Tower now stands the story and legacy behind the famous bells.

[Photo] Historical Markers Dot Campus

February 29, 2008
On the morning of Feb. 25, 2008, the campus was filled with birthday signs, balloons, and posters in celebration of Biola's 100th year.

[Photo] This Week In Photos

February 29, 2008
Freshman Emily Lee plays in the first tennis intramural match of the season Thursday night. Tennis is one of the new sports added to intramurals this semester. It is available to both men and women's singles and doubles.

[Photo] Intramural Participation Increases

February 29, 2008
Biola students showed a great amount of support for the Blood Drive on Tuesday, held by the Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital.

[Photo] This Week In Photos

February 21, 2008
Monday, students Allan Bagge and Richard Norris sat outside the cafe in effort to gain support for a petition for better internet on the Biola campus.

[Photo] Students Petition Administration for Better Internet

February 15, 2008
Wednesday, Erwin McManus, lead pastor of Mosiac Church in LA, spoke in chapel. He challenged the students to let the knowledge of Jesus and His love be their life narrative.

[Photo] This Week in Photos

February 15, 2008
The lacrosse team disbands from a huddle after shouting their unofficial motto at their home game against Concordia University on Feb. 8.

[Photo] Club Lacrosse Plays with Varsity Determination

February 13, 2008
During the brother-sister barbeque friday afternoon outside Horton Hall, juniors Kevin Scholl and Stephanie Gaskins worked at the grill preparing the lunch. Hosting brother-sister floor events is just one of many duties performed by RAs.

[Photo] Resident Life Begins RA Selection

February 10, 2008
Freshman Lindsay Morgan turns in a health form to the Biola Health Center on Tuesday afternoon. The center has received a large number of patients lately with symptoms of influenza.

[Photo] Influenza Hits Campus

February 9, 2008
Dennis Rainey, the president and cofounder of FamilyLife, ended his Family Life series Wednesday morning by encouraging students to address the "god-sized problem" involving orphans around the world.

[Photo] Students Receive a New Outlook

February 8, 2008
Sophomore, Elizabeth Vaughan, prepares a latte while working at the coffee cart outside Sutherland Hall.

[Photo] Students Find Employment on the Biola Campus

January 31, 2008
In a unique wednesday chapel, students were given the chance to approach microphones and ask questions of both Dr. Erik Thoennes and Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Biola University professors.

[Photo] Wednesday Chapel Opens Michrophones

January 30, 2008
As students packed Chase Gymnasium for the Spring Convocation Chapel, President Corey welcomed back the single 9:30 chapel and encouraged students to gather closely and enjoy Biola as family.

[Photo] Biola Welcomes a New Semester

January 29, 2008
Eight Biola students produced a 3-minute film that won Apple's nationwide Insomnia Film Fest competition. L-R: Ian Perry, Josiah Bultema, Ben Sellick, Andrew Fisher, Jeff Webster, John Carter Raines, Heather Montanez and Laura Falcinelli.

[Photo] Biola students win in Apple’s Insomnia Film Fest

November 28, 2007
Stephen Pardini prepares for the costume contest at Tuesday's Halloween Movie Night, a fundraiser for the official Biola Film project in progress this semester.

[Photo] Spooky fundraiser supports upcoming Biola Film

October 31, 2007
Alyssa Morales of Hope works on carving a pumpkin for Friday's contest.

[Photo] Dorm floors prep pumpkins for Punk ‘n Pie

October 26, 2007
Francis Chan speaks Thursday night about humility.

[Photo] Diverse Torrey speakers challenge students

October 24, 2007
Curtis Jones shares a spoken word act with the audience. His poem told the story of the prodigal son and a "love divine, that turns my water into wine."

[Photo] Classes pause for 72nd annual Torrey Conference

October 19, 2007
Laura Ingraham spoke to students in Southerland Auditorium on Tuesday night.

[Photo] Syndicated radio host visits Biola to talk on politics and culture

October 9, 2007
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