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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Higher education trends inform student realities

Biola is experiencing declining enrollment as well as faculty and staff cuts.
The Chimes explains employment cuts, drop in enrollment and Biola's debt.
Amelia Schuhler, Opinions Editor February 23, 2023

Clarification: February 27 The sociology professor referenced in the article is a university staff member who teaches part time. He is an adjunct who does not have full-time faculty status.  On Wednesday, Feb. 8, my sociology professor began class by addressing his departure from Biola. He would...

Let it ache when it aches, let it go when it goes

Schuhler reflects on lessons she learned during college as graduation approaches.
Some words from my senior self to my freshman self.
Amelia Schuhler, Opinions Editor January 13, 2023

“Are we ready to start processing graduation?” my therapist, Ashley, asks me while I arrange pillows around myself on my bed, an ice cream sandwich in one hand. “Yeah, I think so,” I replied, already a little overwhelmed. “Okay, let's start with a breathing exercise,” she says through the...

Enneagram reveals unique personality types

The Enneagram test is a tool for people to learn about themselves and connect with others.
The Enneagram Personality Test helps people better understand themselves.
Noel Sassoon, Opinions Editor October 12, 2022

The journey of getting to know oneself is arguably one of the most important elements of the human experience. For many around the world, the long-standing question of “Who am I?” plagues their existence. The Enneagram Personality Test is a popular method used to answer that question.  WHAT THE...

‘You are still wanted’

isaac chandler and rachel Surgalski
A student shares about how she covered her college bills through GoFundMe during a strenuous time.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor January 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019.  As many students struggle with the financial aspect of enrollment, some have turned to a new way to pay for school—GoFundMe. Senior interdisciplinary studies major Rachel Surgalski and her partner, junior cinema and media arts major...

Soaring Stories: a life that resembles Christ’s love

Kayton Garcia
Garcia seeks to glorify God by loving on others through means of music.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice April 17, 2018

Q: WHAT IS YOUR NAME, YEAR AND MAJOR? A: Kayton Garcia, freshman biblical and theological studies major Q: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS? A: Curious, Passionate, [at times] Confused Q: WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT? WHAT DO YOU LOVE DOING? A: “I think as a whole, I’m really...

Rethinking masculinity: It is okay to cry

Tim Seeberger/THE CHIMES
The emotionally relieving act helps break down societal stigmas.
Tim Seeberger, Writer March 16, 2017
The emotionally relieving act helps break down societal stigmas.

The Honeymoon Phase, and the disappearing romantic

Illustration by Trevor Lunde/THE CHIMES
Though infatuated couples often isolate themselves to build stronger bonds, this attraction may be damaging long-term.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer February 16, 2016
Though infatuated couples often isolate themselves to build stronger bonds, this attraction may be damaging long-term.

“Inside Out” sparks important discussions

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Pixar’s newest movie tackles tough issues, but in doing so falls short.
Hayley Langdon, Writer September 13, 2015
Pixar’s newest movie tackles tough issues, but in doing so falls short.