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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Candyland tradition enters its second decade, serving over 1,200

Photo by Amber Chen / THE CHIMES
Candyland’s 20th anniversary sticks with its roots to serve local children.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor November 1, 2018

With the help of several volunteers, a temporarily transformed Alpha Hall welcomed 1200-1300 members of the local community to this year’s Candyland. For the event's 20th anniversary, families once again chose Biola as a safe and caring option for trick-or-treating. STEPPING INTO CANDYLAND This year’s...

Crime Log — Sept. 25 – Oct. 2

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Three bicycle thefts dominate this week’s Crime Log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 2, 2018

Minor in Possession of Tobacco/Paraphernalia — Alpha Hall Reported Sept. 28, 11:10 p.m., occurred prior to 11:10 p.m. Student Development reported a student for possession of tobacco in Alpha Hall. Campus Safety officers investigated the report and cleared it, though a citation was issued. Campus...

SGA Rundown: proposals lay groundwork to bring back campus traditions

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Discussion about Alpha’s Candyland and Deck the Haven along with a visit from Chief Ojeisekhoba highlight the senate’s first open proposal day.
Austin Green, Managing Editor September 20, 2018

The Student Government Association senate had its first open proposal day of the 2018-19 school year Thursday. Representatives of three well-known campus communities took advantage of the opportunity, and SGA president Sierra McCoy added an internal proposal formed in conjunction with Biola Athletics....

Crime Log—April 10 – Sept. 4

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Vandalism, trespassing, petty theft, possession of marijuana and property damage are up this week's Crime Log.
Isabelle Thompson and Christian Leonard September 4, 2018

MAY   Possession of Marijuana/Trespassing — Off-Campus Reported May 1, 7:07 p.m. A Campus Safety officer observed smoke coming from outside the Hart Hall gates. The officer made contact with a non-student who was smoking, and a student who was not, and asked them to leave. They left...

Crime Log ― Nov. 14 – Nov. 21

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Petty Theft, Trespassing, Disturbing the Peace and Hit and Run make up this week's crime log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2017

PETTY THEFT ― HOPE HALL Reported Nov. 15, 12:53 p.m., occurred between Aug. 20, 1 p.m. and Sept. 14, 7 p.m. A student reported an item stolen from their dorm room. They previously believed they had lost the item. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. TRESPASSING...

Crime Log — Oct. 31 – Nov. 7

Crime Log — Oct. 31 - Nov. 7
Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace make up this week's crime log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 8, 2017
Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace make up this week's crime log.

Crime Log ― March 21-26

Crime Log ― March 21-26
Attempted extortion, Disturbing the Peace, Petty Theft, Obscene or Threatening Telephone Calls and Hit and Run make up this week's Crime Log.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 28, 2017
Attempted extortion, Disturbing the Peace, Petty Theft, Obscene or Threatening Telephone Calls and Hit and Run make up this week's Crime Log.

Candyland takes a dark turn

Rebecca Mitchell/ THE CHIMES
New maze leads students to feelings of fear and excitement.
Rachel Etzel, Writer November 2, 2016
New maze leads students to feelings of fear and excitement.

Hope rises to the top

Brooks Ginnan/THE CHIMES
After a five-year losing streak, Hope Hall takes home the Nationball winner’s belt.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer September 9, 2016
After a five-year losing streak, Hope Hall takes home the Nationball winner’s belt.

After voting, senator positions still open

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Of 15 available senator positions, six positions had no competition and three remain empty.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 15, 2016
Of 15 available senator positions, six positions had no competition and three remain empty.

Students kickstart nonprofit organization

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Three sophomores raise over $250,000 in less than a year.
Olivia Bersin, Writer November 18, 2015
Three sophomores raise over $250,000 in less than a year.