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Men’s tennis takes first program win over Hawaii Hilo

Men’s tennis takes first program win over Hawaii Hilo
The Eagles earned doubles and singles victories against the Vulcans.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 12, 2022

Men’s tennis traveled to Hawaii, taking on the University of Hawaii Hilo Vulcans—named the No. 4 team in the nation by the ITA NCAA DII Preseason Coaches Top 25 Poll. The Eagles defeated the Vulcans in their first program win over Hawaii Hilo, 5-2. Biola showed dedication in both singles and doubles...

Women’s basketball steals a win against Fresno Pacific

Women’s basketball steals a win against Fresno Pacific
The Eagles took their ninth conference win against the Sunbirds.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 5, 2022

Women’s basketball gained a nine-point victory against the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds on Feb. 5 at the FPU Special Events Center, 56-47. The Eagles showed defensive and offensive efficiency, scoring 18 points off of turnovers, 24 points in the paint and recording a 63.6 free-throw percentage....

Biola Counseling Center offers new student support groups

Biola Counseling Center offers new student support groups
Supporting BCC therapy groups allows for more students to join.
Julianne Foster February 1, 2022

The Biola Counseling Center promotes therapy and counseling groups to help students, adding three new support groups this semester. According to its site, the groups allow students to “explore life and address challenges together with others who share their same concerns in confidential, supportive...

Women’s basketball starts a win streak

Women’s basketball starts a win streak
The Eagles crush the Hawaii Hilo Vulcans, 67-55.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor January 26, 2022

Women’s basketball returned home to Chase Gymnasium on Tuesday night to compete against the Hawaii Hilo Vulcans, who they will face again on Saturday night. Biola started a win streak as they defeated the Vulcans, 67-55. FRESHMAN ON FIRE Freshman guard Amiah Simmons is at the top of the stats sheet...

Women’s basketball bounces back

Women’s basketball bounces back
The Eagles redeem themselves with a win against Hawaii Pacific, 64-54.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor January 24, 2022

Women’s basketball returned home to Chase Gymnasium on Monday night to face off against the Hawaii Pacific University Sharks. The Eagles bounced back from last week's loss against Westcliff and were victorious over the Sharks, 64-54. THE EAGLES SOAR Freshman guard Amiah Simmons led Biola by gaining...

Men’s basketball seals last second victory against Chaminade

Men’s basketball seals last second victory against Chaminade
The Eagles kept composure against the Silverswords in a hard-fought match, 75-72.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor January 22, 2022

Men’s basketball edged out the Chaminade University Silverswords in a narrow three-point victory at the Chase Gymnasium on Jan. 22, 75-72. Throughout the hard-fought game, the Eagles maintained a 66% free-throw percentage in the first half, and were perfect from the free-throw line in the second half....

Women’s basketball off to a rough start

Women’s basketball off to a rough start
The Eagles fall to Westcliff University in first semester game, 61-54.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor January 19, 2022

Women’s basketball returned home to Chase Gymnasium after their last game against Point Loma Nazarene University was postponed. The Eagles faced off against the Westcliff University Warriors on Tuesday night. BU scored less points than the Warriors for the first three quarters and scored more in the...

Women’s basketball win a hard-fought defensive battle

Women’s basketball win a hard-fought defensive battle
The Eagles score a 10-point win against Fresno Pacific.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor December 2, 2021

Women’s basketball played their first conference game and championed a 10-point win at home on Dec. 2 against the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds. The Eagles secured the 58-48 victory over the Sunbirds, dominating the court by scoring 24 points in the paint. This places the Eagles at a 5-2 overall,...

Crime Log―Nov. 17–Nov. 29

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This crime log features multiple cases of hit and run, grand theft and defrauding of an innkeeper.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 30, 2021

Hit and Run: Property Damage ― Lot C Reported Nov. 17 at 1:09 p.m. A staff member reported that the gate in Lot C was knocked off the tracks as a vehicle was exiting on Wednesday afternoon. There was no actual damage to the gate besides the dislodging. The case remains active. Grand Theft ―...

Isolation and grief must be addressed throughout the world and at Biola

Isolation and grief must be addressed throughout the world and at Biola
There must be more action to better mental health after the pandemic resides.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor November 19, 2021

The world shut down for months. Every person felt the physical repercussions of COVID-19. Driving on the I-5 after packing dorm rooms in March 2020, it seemed that suitcases and packing boxes also shielded the rearview windows of adjacent cars, driving home indefinitely.  Isolation came with its...

Crime Log Nov. 4 — Nov. 10

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This crime log features multiple cases of hit and run property damage, vehicle theft, vandalism and battery.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 16, 2021

Hit and Run: Property Damage — Lot G Reported on Nov. 4 at 5:56 p.m., occurred between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. A hit and run occurred in the parking lot outside of Hope. A student reported damage to her car after returning to the parking lot. The case was reported with the Sheriff's Department and remains...

Chimes News Quiz

Chimes News Quiz
Have you been following our coverage? Brush up on the biggest news stories of the past two weeks.
Julianna Foster, Staff Writer November 12, 2021