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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Students rescue yearbook from phase out in SGA survey

A Biolan staff member stands among boxes of fresh copies
The President’s Cabinet decided against discontinuing The Biolan after students expressed support.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • April 3, 2018

Due to a wave of student support, The Biolan has survived a phase out after the President’s Cabinet reviewed survey data calling for its retention. CABINET AWAITS STUDENT RESPONSES During the campus-wide prioritization process last year to reallocate budgets, the cabinet decided it needed more...

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...

Library strives to stay within budget as prioritization process continues

The library has worked with budget cuts by finding places to increase efficiency.
The library turns to creative solutions as administration seeks more information.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager • January 22, 2018

After facing budget cuts of nearly $180,000 in the past two years, the library is responding by creating greater efficiency within their operating system. DISCUSSING THE FUTURE Prioritization of the library began in 2016 with the intention of evaluating  and determining the importance of various...

Spend less this Christmas

Spend less this Christmas
Save money, tithe and let Santa do the rest.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor • November 28, 2017

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF FINANCIAL STABILITY Work hard—Proverbs 28:19 Do not covet—Exodus 20:17 Do not impulse spend—Isaiah 55:2 Create a budget—Proverbs 21:5 Honor God First—Proverbs 3:9-10 Give Him the firstfruits of your labors God can do more with 90 percent than...

SGA fall 2017 budget passes

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Senators attend last meeting and make a unanimous decision.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • May 26, 2017
Senators attend last meeting and make a unanimous decision.

Use summer vacation wisely

Chak Hee Lo/THE CHIMES
Students should not feel pressured to work or intern during the summer time.
Tim Seeberger, Writer • May 17, 2017
Students should not feel pressured to work or intern during the summer time.

Gov. Brown presents financial dilemma

Courtesy of Brenda Velasco
Private colleges converse with legislators to oppose a cut to the Cal Grant.
Jana Eller, Office Manager • March 8, 2017
Private colleges converse with legislators to oppose a cut to the Cal Grant.

Campaign caps off with $214 million

Jason Lin/THE CHIMES
After fundraising for five years, campaign makes an effort to bless students through scholarships and various improvements.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • February 14, 2017
After fundraising for five years, campaign makes an effort to bless students through scholarships and various improvements.

$214,184,605 raised by campaign

Biola’s largest fundraising campaign officially ends, exceeding the goal.
Rebecca Mitchell and Jana Eller • February 1, 2017
Biola’s largest fundraising campaign officially ends, exceeding the goal.

Senate passes budget

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SGA wraps up the year with a final vote.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • December 13, 2016
SGA wraps up the year with a final vote.

Senators discuss budget

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SGA talks about next semester’s budget and lessons from a leadership survey.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • December 4, 2016
SGA talks about next semester’s budget and lessons from a leadership survey.

$169,653 raised towards student affordability

Caroline Sommers/ THE CHIMES
All students will benefit from money donated on Giving Tuesday.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer • November 30, 2016
All students will benefit from money donated on Giving Tuesday.
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