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Chimes News Quiz!

Chimes News Quiz!
Have you been following our coverage? Brush up on the biggest news stories of the past two weeks.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor November 30, 2022

Students give feedback to the Caf

Biolans share their opinions on Caf food via a new Google Forms survey.
Biolans share praises and frustrations with the Caf in a recent survey.
Dalet Valles and Phoebe Vrable November 18, 2022

Students at Biola are vocal about their opinions regarding the university’s cafeteria. From complaints about the freshness of the food to the quality of the service, the Caf has received much criticism. In a Google forms survey shared on Instagram, students responded to follow-up questions concerning...

SGA Rundown: Senators deliberate student proposals

SGA Rundown: Senators deliberate student proposals
Senators discuss diversity and inclusion.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 15, 2022

This week, the Student Government Association considered how to represent a diverse student body well and deliberated three proposals.  SERVING DIVERSE STUDENTS Vice president of diversity and inclusion Liz Koh gave a presentation about the importance of senators representing a diverse student body...

Tips and tricks to know about dorm room eating

Tips and tricks to know about dorm room eating
Learn how to get the most out of a meal plan and create healthy meals in the dorm rooms.
Kate Bomar, Photographer February 1, 2022

As a college student with a low budget and stacked classes it can be difficult to find time to eat. Especially with a lower meal plan, students need to be extra diligent in finding nutritious options. Ramen and microwavable mac and cheese are the usual go-to meals for students, but here are some cheap...

Biola expands on-campus engagement opportunities as LA County moves to red tier

Biola freshmen Jessica White, Laura Dahl, and Stephanie Wilkerson reunite after the winter break while eating lunch together in the cafeteria.
Most summer courses remain online, but more students will be allowed on campus.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief March 19, 2021

On March 19, Biola announced in an email newly permitted on-campus activities following a downward trend of COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles county, moving Biola and surrounding areas to the red tier.  SLOWLY REOPENING CAMPUS LIFE  While residential housing will not be expanded for the spring semester,...

Crime Log — March 19 – March 24

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Campus Safety is investigating cases of Hit and Run, Petty Theft and Obscene or Threatening Phone Calls that occurred this week.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor March 26, 2019

Hit and Run: Property Damage — Lot S Reported March 19, 10:38 a.m., occurred March 18 between 9:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. A student reported dents and scratches to their vehicle that were not there previously. The incident was not reported to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. However, the investigation...

Crime Log Jan. 28 – Feb. 5

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
Campus Safety believes the three car battery thefts in this week’s crime log may have been related.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager February 5, 2019

Hit and Run: Property Damage ― El Espejo Road Reported Jan. 28, 10:21 a.m., occurred prior to 10:21 a.m. A student driver reported being hit by another car. There was no camera footage available to identify the perpetrator. The student reported the incident to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department...

Caf extends dining hours

Photo by Thecla Li/ THE CHIMES
The coffee cart's closure helped Bon Appetit grant student requests for later Caf closing times.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor January 28, 2019

In a win for late night snackers and chronic pro-caf-tinators, the Caf has extended its dining hours by a half-hour each night. The Caf now closes at 8 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, and at 7:30 p.m. on Friday through Sunday. STUDENT REQUESTS ARE HEARD Bon Appétit’s general manager Steve Rall...

Caf’s 6th Street Grill remodeling offers more options to the Biola community

Photo courtesy of Benjamin Lee/ THE CHIMES
6th Street remodel opens door to future efficiency options for the Caf.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor December 14, 2018

Within the wide selections of the Caf, 6th Street Grill was remodeled on November 26th into a customer-friendly environment with new features. The total cost for the cooking equipment and kitchen installation was an estimate of $14,000. THE REMODELING 6th Street Grill is located on the farthest right...

Crime Log — Sept. 25 – Oct. 2

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
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...

Blackstone Cafe delivery service cancelled due to lack of profit

Photo depicts a Blackstone Cafe Worker cooking on the hotplate.
Campus dining sees drop in revenue during first year of profit-split between Bon Appétit and Biola.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 1, 2018

Last fall, two students came to Bon Appétit with an idea for a service that would let customers request food to be delivered anywhere on campus. Their idea came to fruition in January, with Tapingo users able to order from Eagles’ Nest and Blackstone Cafe by pressing the newly active delivery tab. Just...

Dietary restrictions alter the typical Caf dining experience

Gluten free table
Students with dietary restrictions have to navigate what to eat across campus, but with the help of Biola’s dining services.
February 22, 2018

When it comes to specific dietary needs, trying to eat in the Caf presents a daunting task to undertake. However, the dining services at Biola seek to help students with any dietary restrictions, such as food allergies, by finding what they need and accommodating to these needs. THE PROCESS The first...