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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Female Director Spotlight highlights the work of women in CMA

Female Director Spotlight highlights the work of women in CMA
On April 30, three first-year students hosted a showcase of ten short films directed by women to create a new opportunity for female filmmakers to find a creative community in the Cinema and Media Arts program.
Evyn Roliz, Freelancer • May 4, 2026

When my talented crew and I finished filming the final scene of “First Impression,” a short film I directed for Production Management, I spoke with Charis Herrington, the Assistant Director, and Audrey Mattox, the Director of Photography. After such a positive experience on a set with all female...

Celebrating Black History Month on the big screen

Director Spike Lee holds his Peabody Award at a 2011 luncheon at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel.
A look at the impact and legacy of African-American actors and directors.
Brendan Peters, Staff Writer • February 12, 2023

Every February marks the recognition of Black History Month, a celebration of the contributions of African-American voices in every facet of American life. The arts are no exception, with Black voices having a massive impact throughout the history of art in America. Recently, society has begun to acknowledge...

SCORR conference almost didn’t get funded, here’s why.

SCORR is a 24 year tradition and the students and faculty are excited to continue the conversation on diversity.
SCORR’s new $4,865 proposal passed through an SGA senate majority vote last week.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor • November 14, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 14, 2019). Despite the long concerns of balancing the financials due to a decrease in the Student Government Association’s budget, SGA senators and Student Congress On Racial Reconciliation Conference directors came together and effectively passed...

Meet the new SGA and SMU executive boards

Meet the new SGA and SMU executive boards
SGA’s Renee Waller and SMU’s Carly Micheal hire new members to build their Fall 2019 board.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor • April 4, 2019

As Biola approaches the end of 2019’s spring semester, the Student Government Association and the Student Missionary Union have officially put new leaders in place to serve in several key positions for the 2019-2020 school year. Both the SGA and SMU presidents are hopeful their new hires can carry...