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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Crime Log ― March 22 – April 5

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This crime log includes vandalism and hit and runs.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor April 5, 2022

Vandalism ― Jesus Saves Parking Garage (Lot S) Multiple instances of vandalism using spray paint were reported between March 22 and March 30.  Campus Safety officers made four separate reports after finding vandalism on the 1st floor, 4th floor and two separate locations on the 5th floor of the...

Cause behind spring break gas leak explained

Students walk to the baseball field after being evacuated from lower campus due to a major gas leak.
Facilities management assistant director explains the real start of the gas leak.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor March 13, 2019

A contractor accident during a drainage repairment caused the March 4 gas leak which led to the evacuation of lower campus, facilities management reports. THE SITUATION According to facilities management assistant director Beverly Cain, a storm drainage pipe located just outside of Stewart Hall had...

Students return to dorms after gas leak stopped

Students stand in the baseball field after being evacuated from lower campus due to a major gas leak.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 5, 2019

UPDATED 3:05 p.m. At about 2:56 p.m., Campus Safety sent out a follow-up email to lower campus residents notifying them that the dorms were safe, but would remain without gas, including for laundry, for at least 24 hours. The email encouraged students who need to do laundry to go to Horton Hall. After...

$165,000 Hart wall to be complete by October, facilities management says

$165,000 Hart wall to be complete by October, facilities management says
Campus Safety implements plans for a higher wall in hope of increasing security.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager September 12, 2018

While Biola is officially considered a private campus, the 6-foot tall wall behind Hart Hall has done little to prevent individuals with criminal intent from trespassing. Due to recommendations from Campus Safety last summer, construction for an enhanced wall is currently underway in order to increase...

Crime Log ― Nov. 14 – Nov. 21

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Petty Theft, Trespassing, Disturbing the Peace and Hit and Run make up this week's crime log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2017

PETTY THEFT ― HOPE HALL Reported Nov. 15, 12:53 p.m., occurred between Aug. 20, 1 p.m. and Sept. 14, 7 p.m. A student reported an item stolen from their dorm room. They previously believed they had lost the item. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. TRESPASSING...

Students encounter assault suspect

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Campus Safety captures assailant after students spot him loitering around dorms.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 1, 2017
Campus Safety captures assailant after students spot him loitering around dorms.

All clear given for active shooter alert

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Campus Safety apprehends two suspects near Hart Hall for assault with a deadly weapon.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 29, 2017
Campus Safety apprehends two suspects near Hart Hall for assault with a deadly weapon.

Lower campus dorms promote mental health

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Event provides information and opportunities for responding to stress and anxiety.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 25, 2017
Event provides information and opportunities for responding to stress and anxiety.

Drain pipe extension clogs traffic

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Facilities paves way for new batting cages.
Quinn Gorham, Writer October 8, 2017
Facilities paves way for new batting cages.

A walkabout through upper and lower dorms culture

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Many factors can affect a dorm’s personality and create a unique living experience for students.
Bethany Higa, Writer March 8, 2016
Many factors can affect a dorm’s personality and create a unique living experience for students.