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The Chimes

Kehlani’s new mixtape scores big

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Big name producers, strong lyrics and influential features come together in this nine-track EP.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer March 2, 2019

Two years after the release of “SweetSexySavage,” Kehlani’s latest mixtape “While We Wait” released on Feb 21. The mixtape features skilled and prominent artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, Dom Kennedy and 6lack, elegantly expressing her varied feelings throughout different romantic experiences. RELATIONSHIPS The...

Hope Hall floor tours training community for former gang members

Hope Hall floor tours training community for former gang members
Hope’s North Star community takes the opportunity to visit the Homeboy Industries.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor February 19, 2019

On Feb. 15, North Star, a women’s floor on Hope Hall, journeyed to the Homeboy Industries, a Christian youth program that focuses on former gang members. LEARNING Father Greg Boyle, the pastor of Dolores Mission Church, started the rehabilitation program to help rehabilitate former Los Angeles gang...

Remove the relationship baggage for Valentine’s Day

Remove the relationship baggage for Valentine’s Day
Sometimes, simply “trying” is the best gift for your loved one.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor February 13, 2019

There are two sides to every coin—unless you are one of those cheap-trick magicians who fuse the same side of two coins together. Of course, the imagery does not always apply to a coin. For Dr. Seuss, the battle was between butter-side up and butter-side down. For Batman in Christopher Nolan’s “Batman...

‘You are still wanted’

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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...

Chivalry is not dead

Chivalry is not dead
We should not assume chivalry is sexist.
Eric Nimmo, Freelance Writer December 13, 2018

​In a previous Chimes article, the authors question the intent behind acts of chivalry stating that such acts can really be disguises for what they call “benevolent sexism.” The word itself renders confusion, as by their own admission sexism is “harmful to people and gender equality,” which...

Political discourse is ruled by both facts and feelings

Political discourse is ruled by both facts and feelings
Political friction begins by reducing the other side through labels, but maybe political soothing can begin by respecting the other side through labels.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor October 6, 2018

“Facts do not care about your feelings,” has become a tried and true method of conservative politics. You give me the facts and I will give you my opinion. Of course, the implication is that the other side believes something like, “Feelings do not care about your facts.” No one would confess...

Courage is the proper response to disagreement

Courage is the proper response to disagreement
Choosing how to respond to diverse points of view matters.
Eric Nimmo, Freelance Writer April 24, 2018

Whenever we are presented with a challenging idea, we must choose how we respond. In other words, we must understand how we disagree. Beginning in antiquity and progressing to the classical era, courage has been thought of as a virtue—and it should be. C.S. Lewis describes courage as the virtue necessary...

A Netflix watchlist just in time for summer break

A Netflix watchlist just in time for summer break
As summer approaches, take inspiration on what to binge watch this break.
Pierce Siggih, Arts & Entertainment Apprentice April 17, 2018

As the end of the year finally approaches, students can practically taste the relaxation of summer. After the stress of finals passes, students are finally free to enjoy the beach, take trips––and catch up on Netflix. With over 5,000titles, Netflix is full of great movies and television shows,...

C.S. Lewis’ pain teaches Christians true love

C.S. Lewis’ pain teaches Christians true love
C.S. Lewis’ mourning teaches Christians what we should love in friendship.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor April 11, 2018

After his wife’s death, C.S. Lewis stumbled through grief and sorrow. Why is God so present in our joys, yet so absent in our pain? When we run to God with gratitude and praise, we are received with open arms. But run to him in desperation and we are met with a door to the face—the sound of locking...

“Metamorphoses” dives deep

“Metamorphoses” dives deep
Biola actors shine as they put forth a contemplative story about love and transformation.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) April 4, 2018

Excitement fills the air as the rehearsal for Theatre 21’s “Metamorphoses” have just finished. As the cast and crew filter their way out of the theatre, director Zachary Bortot calls a few actors and crew members behind for notes. A few moments pass when suddenly, wham! Theatre 21 echoes with...

Social media provides a conversational approach to relationships

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Chris Grace and Tim Muehlhoff discuss the day’s topic of love.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice February 14, 2018

Valentine’s Day brings about various conversations concerning love, and whether romantic or relational, the word “love” floats around on everything from candies to bouquets. The Center for Marriage and Relationships saw the opportunity to use this day to bring a healthy discussion about love. A...

Nigel, the loneliest bird

Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor February 13, 2018

The New York Times recently published a piece on the story of a seabird named Nigel who lived in New Zealand. In an attempt to get this species of bird to return to the island—which interestingly enough is called Mana Island—they built stone birds, painted their beaks to resemble that of the...