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The Chimes

Biola Chorale stuck in Italy for days

Singers in the Biola Chorale were stuck in Italy after their flight was canceled.
The Chorale weathered a canceled flight and airport delays on the return trip.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief April 12, 2023

On Tuesday, March 28, the Biola Chorale returned from their nine-day Italy tour, having visited Rome, Assisi, the Basilica of St. Peter and the Colosseum, among other sites. The tour was funded with the help of several donors as well as money saved from concert tickets and fees from choral festivals....

Protesters rightly fight against extreme dynamic COVID-zero policy in China

Protesters flood the streets in China.
Chinese citizens protest against strict coronavirus lockdown measures.
Lauren Good, Staff Writer November 28, 2022

Since the COVID-19 breakout in China in December 2019, China and many countries have taken immediate action to eliminate the virus through rules and regulations.  China has continued to fight the virus by expanding their intense lockdown policies. Rising cases in China sparked an elimination strategy,...

Wednesday Wake-Up Photo Gallery

Wednesday Wake-Up Photo Gallery
Eliana Park, Freelance Photographer September 21, 2018

Study Abroad Fair showcases a different Biola experience

Photo by Thecla Li / THE CHIMES
Booths filled with information about various locations allowed students to explore new opportunities during the Study Abroad Fair.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 14, 2018

The study abroad fair took to Sutherland Way by the fountain on Sept. 13, providing information and resources to students interested in taking a semester abroad. Senior sociology major Elena Jones studied abroad in Ecuador last spring. This program is offered both fall and spring semesters, according...

eyond the Bubble: North Korea opens denuclearization discussion

A photoillustration of a student popping a bubble.
After months of high tensions with Kim Jong-un, President Trump will meet with him in May.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2018

East Asia is holding its breath after President Donald Trump announced he would participate in the first meeting between sitting leaders of the United States and North Korea. AN UNEASY PEACE South Korean officials announced North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has offered to cease nuclear and missile...

Community groups have first spring kick-off

Global students created team logos during GSPD's first spring community group kickoff event.
Event allows students to reconnect with each other as semester starts up
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief January 19, 2018

Students from Global Student Programs & Development held a kickoff event in the spring for the first time to emphasize the continuing value of community groups and involvement on Jan. 18. HELPING STUDENTS CONNECT GSPD utilizes community groups to help global students foster deeper relationships...

The remarkable influence of black in fashion

Caitlin Gaines/THE CHIMES
Black as a hue has several grand effects upon the fashion world.
Vic Silva, Writer October 25, 2017
Black as a hue has several grand effects upon the fashion world.

Opportunity favors the persistent

Rebecca Mitchell/ THE CHIMES
Professor receives scholarship to train English language instructors overseas.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer November 9, 2016
Professor receives scholarship to train English language instructors overseas.

Eagles ground Hawks on senior night

Jacob Knopf/ THE CHIMES
Men’s soccer shuts down San Diego Christian for second consecutive win.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager October 25, 2016
Men’s soccer shuts down San Diego Christian for second consecutive win.

Hope rises through Japanese ministry

Katie Evensen/THE CHIMES
Students seek to support Japan, a frequently overlooked mission field.
Bethany Higa, Writer May 11, 2016
Students seek to support Japan, a frequently overlooked mission field.

International students experience alcohol differently

Photo courtesy of Masha Andrievskaya
Alcohol is commonplace in many international traditions experienced by students at Biola.
Anna Warner, Writer December 8, 2015
Alcohol is commonplace in many international traditions experienced by students at Biola.

From fútbol to soccer

Photo courtesy of Brooks Ginnan
International student experiences struggle in transition to American culture, finds niche as Biola athlete.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager November 16, 2015
International student experiences struggle in transition to American culture, finds niche as Biola athlete.