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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Talon closure explained

Talon closure explained
Students and faculty weigh in on the closure of the longtime campus eatery.
Kaitlyn Jones, Freelance Writer • February 28, 2022

The Talon, a cafe located in the lower level of the Crowell Business building, closed last semester due to lack of customers and plans to build a new cinema and media arts building, which was delayed due to COVID-19. Upon returning from the quarantine season, the number of customers dramatically changed.  “Talon...

Expand Magazine: “From creatives to creatives”

Expand Magazine: “From creatives to creatives”
Two students look to expand the art community on campus.
Jacob Allen, Freelance Writer • April 26, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Apr. 25, 2019). Left-handed and right-handed. Tall and Short. Upper class and ballin’ on a budget. Expand Magazine describes itself as a place for all kinds of artists. Sophomore cinema and media arts majors Hannah Wilson and Emma Velasco, respectively,...

A new large-scale fundraising campaign begins

2012-2016 fundraiser: $214 million received, $82.9 million toward student scholarships, $75.2 million toward facilities
Talk of funding continues, highlighting scholarships and a new film building.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager • February 21, 2018

After the completion of a highly successful fundraising campaign spanning from January 2012 to December 2016, administration is already discussing plans for the next five years. Administration currently remains in the preparatory phase of their new campaign. While administration will not announce...