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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

SGA Rundown: Mental health and holiday events

SGA Rundown: Mental health and holiday events
Senators talk first-generation student support and Christmas plans.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief • November 11, 2021

Senators discussed FirstGen Week and continued planning for a Christmas event. This week, Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba gave a presentation to the senators about campus safety and emergency preparedness.  SAFETY AND MENTAL HEALTH Ojeisekhoba detailed the steps he and Campus Safety take to...

The Church’s responsibility in sexual abuse reconciliation

The Church’s responsibility in sexual abuse reconciliation
Victims should be the first priority.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer • October 27, 2021

It is no secret that the Church has a lengthy history of sexual abuse. According to a Pew Research Center survey, 79% of U.S. adults believe that recent reports of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church reflect problems that continue to happen. Various statistics and reports surfaced of the church’s worldwide...

A psychologist’s advice to college students

A psychologist’s advice to college students
Biola Counseling Center Director Melanie Taylor shares ways students can care for their mental health.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor • October 1, 2021

One of the biggest issues surrounding young people is the issue of mental health. College students often suffer from depression, anxiety and loneliness. On Feb. 17, Boston University reported that these difficulties are only increasing, as 83% of college students in the nation have either depression...

SGA hosts “One-Sided: A wake up call to our own insecurities”

Courtesy of the Student Government Association
At AfterDark, SGA speaks on the importance of mental health and social image.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) • October 25, 2018

The Student Government Association took to the chapel stage during AfterDark as a part of the SGA chapel. They choose to highlight and speak on an aspect of mental health regarding the way people portray themselves to the world. SGA CHAPEL FACILITATES DISCUSSION Hope senator and sophomore public relations...

Student Development takes closer look at anxiety and depression

Photoillustration by Rafik Abousoliman / THE CHIMES
With a national increase of mental health issues, the department launches a new committee to support students.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • October 18, 2018

This is part three of a three-part series on mental health. Parts one and two can be found here and here. This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. As the dean of Student Wellness, Lisa Igram sometimes meets with students feeling depressed, anxious or lonely. Many times, she says,...

How well is it with your soul?

Karen Cartmell is a Spiritual Director for the Talbot School of Theology.
Cramming for your test and eating healthy is not enough. You need to take care of your soul.
Karen Cartmell • September 28, 2018

How is it with your soul as you begin the semester? Many of you own a car that blesses you but needs attention. In a similar fashion, our soul also needs attention. The following suggestions can help you steward the opportunities at Biola for the care and shaping of your soul.  1. Two of the unique...

Soaring stories: a soul set on impact for Christ

Jennifer Block
Jennifer Block seeks to serve Christ through serving others.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice • February 14, 2018

Q: WHAT IS YOUR NAME, YEAR AND MAJOR? A: Jennifer Block, sophomore psychology major. Q: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS? A: 1. Introvert Curious Reflective Q: WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT? WHAT DO YOU LOVE DOING? A: “Counseling and adoption. Diversity. I grew up on...

Commuter Life hires new assistant director

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Former pastor hopes to develop leaders through Commuter Life.
Peter Bradley, Writer • November 29, 2016
Former pastor hopes to develop leaders through Commuter Life.

Stress debilitates mental health

Eliana Park/ THE CHIMES
Atomization and academic pressure fosters addictive tendencies.
Justin Yun, Writer • November 2, 2016
Atomization and academic pressure fosters addictive tendencies.

Couples who go deeper together, stay together

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Annual marriage conference urges couples to enhance in knowledge.
Jocelyn Meza, Writer • October 4, 2016
Annual marriage conference urges couples to enhance in knowledge.

Counseling, community provides support for mental health

In an effort to better support the mental and emotional health of students, the Biola Counseling Center offers extensive hours for students to share their story, and to learn to first help themselves in order to in turn help others. | Cherri Yoon/THE CHIMES
In an effort to better support the mental and emotional health of students, the Biola Counseling Center offers extensive hours for students to share their story, and to learn to first help themselves in order to in turn help others.
Sophia Dammann, Writer • October 8, 2014
In an effort to better support the mental and emotional health of students, the Biola Counseling Center offers extensive hours for students to share their story, and to learn to first help themselves in order to in turn help others.