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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Search for a new Enrollment, Marketing and Communications VP continues

Executive vice president of University Operations and Finance Mike Pierce leads the search for a new EMC vice president.
Mike Pierce leads the hunt for a new cabinet member.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief • January 31, 2023

At the close of last semester, Lee Wilhite, the previous vice president of Enrollment, Marketing and Communications (EMC), parted ways with Biola. The search for a replacement, led by Mike Pierce, executive vice president of University Operations and Finance, has been ongoing from the moment Wilhite’s...

President Barry Corey announces first ever diversity strategic plan

President Barry Corey announces first ever diversity strategic plan
Corey apologized for his response to racial inclusion that may have been seen as insensitive or hurtful.
Ashley Grams and Lacey Patrick • April 16, 2020

This afternoon via a school-wide Google Meet livestream, President Barry Corey announced the launch of an institutional diversity strategic plan and apologized for coming off as oblivious in the past in regard to racial issues and inclusion on campus.  “We're going to talk about [diversity]...

Finance department restructures to alleviate financial burden for students

The recent reorganization allows the university to adapt to long-term changes in student demographics.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor • October 4, 2019

Enrollment is up, higher than last year. However, student morale is down. While Student Development is trying their hand at helping students’ mental health, the finance department is seeing what they can do to alleviate financial stress. An increase in student stress and government reporting has caused...