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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Biolan reflects on quakes in Turkey and Syria

The earthquake caused massive architectural damage in Turkey.
Eunji Tark shares thoughtful insights on the catastrophe and what Biolans can do to help.
Emma Trueba, Staff Writer • February 25, 2023

The death toll from earthquakes in Turkey and Syria has continued to rise, with over 44,218 fatalities in Turkey and 5,914 fatalities in Syria as of this Friday evening. Deadly earthquakes and over 4,300 aftershocks have continued to rock the area in the last month, leaving millions of citizens displaced...

Campus Safety introduces new security feature that detects earthquakes before they hit

New Rave Guardian app is available for all Biola students.
The public address system will sound almost a full minute before an earthquake strikes.
Lacey Patrick, Editor-in-Chief • September 11, 2019

Biola’s newest security addition is a public address system that provides students with more time to prepare in the event of a major earthquake. Along with the public address system, the Rave Guardian app has been put into effect to allow 24/7 communication with Campus Safety by text, call or email.   NEW...

Samaritan’s Purse holds discussion

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A representative spoke on the trauma in Liberia and South Sudan.
Jana Eller, Office Manager • November 16, 2016
A representative spoke on the trauma in Liberia and South Sudan.

Speakers offer Paris perspectives

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Professors Tom Copeland, Judith Rood and guest Marie-Claude Arden answer students’ questions regarding the Paris attacks.
Jehn Kubiak, Writer • November 18, 2015
Professors Tom Copeland, Judith Rood and guest Marie-Claude Arden answer students’ questions regarding the Paris attacks.