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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Renovations sweep throughout campus

Infographic by Sean Leone/THE CHIMES
Faculty expected to move into Emerson Hall once renovations are complete on Feb. 26.
Alondra Urizar, Writer February 17, 2016
Faculty expected to move into Emerson Hall once renovations are complete on Feb. 26.

Crime Log: Nov. 11 ― Nov. 17

Crime Log: Nov. 11 ― Nov. 17
A burglary, grand theft and vandalism make up this week's crime log.
Alondra Urizar, Writer November 17, 2015
A burglary, grand theft and vandalism make up this week's crime log.

Indoor humidity plagues Blackstone residents

Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Defective air conditioning units cause discomfort, damage and minor flooding within some of the new dorm rooms.
Hannah Wagner, Writer November 11, 2015
Defective air conditioning units cause discomfort, damage and minor flooding within some of the new dorm rooms.

Possible flooding prompts preparation

The graphic above illustrates what areas of the east side of campus would incur flooding in the case of a severe rainstorm. | Photo courtesy of Biola University Department of Campus Safety
Led by campus safety, departments on campus create plan of action in case of severe El Niño rainstorms.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer November 9, 2015
Led by campus safety, departments on campus create plan of action in case of severe El Niño rainstorms.

El Niño causes concerns

El Niño causes concerns
Biola plans for possible flooding and other problems associated with El Niño weather patterns.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer November 2, 2015
Biola plans for possible flooding and other problems associated with El Niño weather patterns.

Campus renovations contribute to state success

Infographic by Emily Hayashida/THE CHIMES
University water stewardship parallels California in improved efficiency.
Hannah Wagner, Writer October 7, 2015
University water stewardship parallels California in improved efficiency.

Campus Safety executes active shooter drill

Alondra Urizar/THE CHIMES
Biola is the first to conduct the exercise with neighboring universities involved.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer September 30, 2015
Biola is the first to conduct the exercise with neighboring universities involved.

Leak disrupts classes

Melissa Hedrick/THE CHIMES
A crack in the roof of Myers Hall leads to water soaking ceiling tiles and carpet.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer September 22, 2015
A crack in the roof of Myers Hall leads to water soaking ceiling tiles and carpet.

Fluor Fountain floods over

Anna Warner/THE CHIMES
Valve malfunction drives facilities to shut off fountain.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer September 15, 2015
Valve malfunction drives facilities to shut off fountain.

Art headquarters finds new home

John Uy/THE CHIMES
In the winter of 2015, White Hall and art department building will be demolished for the new science building.
Alondra Urizar, Writer September 15, 2015
In the winter of 2015, White Hall and art department building will be demolished for the new science building.

Campus grounds receive makeover over summer

Marika Adamopoulos/THE CHIMES
Students appreciate new improvements to campus, including better WiFi coverage and infrastructure repairs.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer September 8, 2015
Students appreciate new improvements to campus, including better WiFi coverage and infrastructure repairs.

Dining space renovations to occur over summer

Photo courtesy of Brian Phillips, Senior Director of Facilities Management
Dining space renovations to occur over summer.
Sarah Pineda, Writer May 11, 2015
Dining space renovations to occur over summer.