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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Renovated fitness center

Biola's fitness center gets new equipment and renovations.
New paint, equipment and atmosphere has been unveiled.
Olivia Kam, News Editor September 11, 2023

Biola’s major ongoing renovations around campus have not excluded the newly renovated fitness center.  The fitness center received a new coat of paint, repaired air conditioning and updated equipment and machines. These upgrades notably freshened and brightened the atmosphere for students wanting...

SGA Rundown: Survey effectiveness and Senate responsibilities

The new SGA logo
Potential collaborations prompt discussion on senators' abilities to amplify voices.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor October 27, 2022

Director of Campus Engagement Sunroot Liu spoke about multiple needs he would like the Student Government Association to address, including an updated gym, more resources for global students, new scanners for malfunctioning doors in the Student Union Building and an expanded Collegium space.  Many...

Weight room renovations bring Eagles up to NCAA Division II facility standards

New renovations to the weight room are underway to meet NCAA Division II facility standards.
Athletes and non-athletes will share the fitness center until construction concludes in roughly 90 days.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor January 15, 2020

Biola athletic facilities began a much-anticipated renovation after the commencement ceremonies in December due to Biola’s transition to NCAA DII. The weight room and surrounding coaching offices have since been closed, starting Jan. 13, 2020, limiting student access to fitness center amenities. WEIGHT...

Crime Log — March 25 – April 2

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This week’s crime log includes several instances of trespassing, vandalism and some marijuana-related offenses.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor April 2, 2019

Trespassing — Lot R Reported March 25, 9:58 a.m. An officer observed an individual covered in mud entering campus through the creek. The individual had fallen into the creek and was looking for the Los Angeles river. The officer confirmed that the individual did not need medical attention before...

Chase gym receives first renovation in eight years

The men's locker room
Administration funds another athletics project to meet increased strain on facility.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2018

Chase Gymnasium will receive its fourth expansion since its construction in 1966, offering additional space for cramped student athlete practices and workouts by 2020. ADDRESSING LONG-STANDING NEEDS The emphasis on athletic facilities addresses student needs both recent and historic, according to...

Fitness center allows working out in tank tops

A student wearing a tank top in the fitness center.
The fitness center recently changes its policy to allow tank tops.
Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor February 20, 2018

After a year and a half of exercising under the athletics department, students can now wear tank tops in the fitness center. ALIGNING WITH STUDENT HANDBOOK Previously, the fitness center resided under auxiliary services and included the dress code rule of no tank tops since the center’s opening...

Crime Log ― February 6-12

Crime Log ― February 6-12
Possession of Alcohol, Petty Theft, Disturbance the Peace, Hit and Run and Trespassing make up this week's crime log.
Jana Eller, Office Manager February 14, 2017
Possession of Alcohol, Petty Theft, Disturbance the Peace, Hit and Run and Trespassing make up this week's crime log.