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Volleyball sweeps Dominican in doubleheader

Volleyball sweeps Dominican in doubleheader
Head coach Aaron Seltzer collects 500th win.
Stephanie Guevara, Freelance Writer November 5, 2021

Biola dominated Dominican University of California in Thursday night’s doubleheader and defeated them on both occasions, 3-0, at Chase Gymnasium to give their head coach Aaron Seltzer 500 career wins.  The Eagles collected 85 kills, 19 aces and 13 blocks in the doubleheader. In the first game (25-17,...

Chimes News Quiz

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Julianne Foster October 29, 2021

Soccer faces defeat against Concordia

Soccer faces defeat against Concordia
Women’s soccer holds Concordia’s aggressive plays at bay.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor October 28, 2021

As Biola and Concordia University Irvine Golden Eagles faced off at the Al Barbour Field at 4 p.m., Biola remained unable to defeat Concordia’s offensive plays. Though Concordia won (3-1), Biola managed to save four attempts at the goal in the first half of the match, and two of Concordia’s attempts...

Biola announces early admission giveaway

Biola announces early admission giveaway
The university will be handing out three Disneyland passes and one free four-year tuition scholarship to one student who applies early to Biola.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 27, 2021

On Oct. 25, Biola Admissions announced they will be giving away “The Ultimate Biola Experience” for early applicants who apply before Dec. 1. As an incentive, Biola will be selecting one individual for free four-year tuition. The three runner-ups will receive Disneyland Believe Key passes—one for...

Student perspectives on extra semesters

Student perspectives on extra semesters
Universities consider extending timeline for student success.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer October 25, 2021

According to a report from the National Center for Education Statistics, 62% of students take longer than four years to graduate. The Biden administration outlined reasons for low graduation rates including overall income, difficult transferable courses and family planning. GRADUATING FROM BIOLA Though...

Men’s soccer win big in Hawaii

Men’s soccer win big in Hawaii
The Eagles annihilate University of Hawaii at Hilo, 2-0.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 21, 2021

Men’s soccer found success in their last and final game of their Hawaii tour. On Thursday evening the Eagles faced off against the University of Hawaii at Hilo. The Eagles pulled ahead in the first half and won the game overall, 2-0. DOMINATING THE FIELD At the 15-minute mark redshirt sophomore defender...

Women’s soccer add another loss to their season

Women’s soccer add another loss to their season
The Eagles fall to University of Hawaii at Hilo, 2-0.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 21, 2021

Women’s soccer competed in the last game of their Hawaii tour on Thursday afternoon as they faced off against the University of Hawaii at Hilo. The Eagles were unable to score a goal the entire game and were defeated by the Vulcans, 2-0. LAST GAME LETDOWN The Eagles attempted two shots in the first...

The commercial music program reels from pandemic stress

Student music majors practice outside of the Biola Worship Building.
Students work to restructure the music community on campus after being gone for over a year.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 21, 2021

Inside the small commercial music building below the library, a thriving community of songwriters and singers are returning to their art. The return has not come without challenges and setbacks, including canceled concerts and Zoom classes. Students and faculty offered their own perspectives on what...

Averted Hollywood strike comes days before Biola’s “Dear 2020: A Process”

Averted Hollywood strike comes days before Biola’s “Dear 2020: A Process”
The film industry fought for better work conditions and increased pay after a year of uncertainty due to COVID-19.
Andi Basista, News Editor October 18, 2021

On Oct. 13, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees planned to strike on Monday—unless a new deal was reached to deliver better conditions to theatrical and television employees. Hollywood worker bees have been bargaining with producers for months, requesting better working hours,...

Biola Athletics announces removal of limited spectator capacity

Biola Athletics announces removal of limited spectator capacity
In light of the sharp decrease of on-campus cases, Biola Athletics department removes their limited capacity protocol for sporting events.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 18, 2021

On Oct. 18, Biola Athletics announced on their website that due to the decrease in on-campus cases, there will no longer be limited capacity for sporting events. Biola will also welcome spectators from visiting teams. Masks are required for indoor sporting events but social distancing is not required. They...

Men’s soccer start a win streak over Chaminade University of Honolulu

Men’s soccer start a win streak over Chaminade University of Honolulu
The Eagles dominate the field against the Silverswords, 3-1.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 16, 2021

Men’s soccer traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii to compete against Chaminade University of Honolulu on Saturday night. The Eagles’ offense was silent in the first half, but made a comeback in the second to gain three goals, winning, 3-1. FIRST HALF LETDOWN The Silverswords started off the first period...

Women’s soccer start Hawaii tour with a loss

Women’s soccer start Hawaii tour with a loss
The Eagles were defeated by Chaminade University of Honolulu, 1-0.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor October 16, 2021

Women’s soccer traveled to Hawaii to face off against Chaminade University of Honolulu on Oct. 16 to kick off their three-game series in Hawaii. Biola struggled in their fourth PacWest matchup of the season, taking a loss against the Silverswords, 1-0. DEVASTATING DEFEAT The Eagles and Silverswords...