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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Biola announces housing and residence life changes

Alpha Hall, Biola's only all-female dorm, will transition to a co-ed dorm.
Dorm changes will impact current and future students.
Shelby LaPorte and Hope Smith February 6, 2023

Biola's Alpha Hall has been an all-female dorm since its construction in 1966, but this will change effective fall 2023 as it transitions into a co-ed dorm. On Jan. 31, the assistant housing manager, Priscilla Schubert, sent an email to students written by Sandy Hough, the Dean of Community Life and...

Biola clubs take part in the involvement fair

Student clubs set up tables along the campus walkway in hope of recruiting new members.
Students make connections via on-campus clubs.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor January 25, 2023

On Jan. 25, Biola clubs and organizations set up along Sutherland Way for the Involvement Fair where representatives encouraged fellow students to stop by their booths. From science to sports to entertainment, students can join a club to become a part of a smaller community within Biola.  JOINING A...

Tuition costs have killed the American dream

Tuition costs have killed the American dream
Higher tuition rates widen the education achievement gap.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer January 21, 2022

America's defining selling point is the American dream—defined as “a happy way of living that is thought of by many Americans as something that can be achieved by anyone in the U.S. especially by working hard and becoming successful.” This ethos of America makes the country out to be an optimistic...

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths
Students learn about internships and possible job opportunities at the semi-annual event.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 25, 2018

The event tent by Flour Fountain buzzed with activity as students wound their way through the maze of business representatives who showed up for the Career Expo on Wednesday. Returning for its third consecutive year, Biola’s Fall Career Expo gave students the opportunity to learn more about internships...

Learn valuable life lessons before exiting Biola

Learn valuable life lessons before exiting Biola
Instead of hoping for great opportunities, students should seek persistence, ingenuity and life experiences.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor October 17, 2018

Graduation is one semester away, and for many plans for what comes next are already beginning to hatch. Graduate students are looking for Ph.D. opportunities and funding. Undergraduate students are looking for jobs, graduate schools and funding. Even doctoral students are looking for opportunities, such...

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...

Acknowledge the myth of meritocracy

Systemic change is necessary to dismantle barriers of opportunity.
Justin Yun, Writer April 12, 2017
Systemic change is necessary to dismantle barriers of opportunity.

Students and employers shake hands

Photo Illustration by Jason Lin/ THE CHIMES
Handshake has made networking and appointment management significantly easier for students.
Daisy Gonzalez, Writer December 7, 2016
Handshake has made networking and appointment management significantly easier for students.

Committee assesses gender equality

Infographic by Jose Flores/ THE CHIMES
President Barry Corey starts a committee advocating for women faculty and staff.
Daisy Gonzalez, Writer November 30, 2016
President Barry Corey starts a committee advocating for women faculty and staff.

A brighter future

Jason Lin/THE CHIMES
Freshman breaks through barriers for an education rooted in faith.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer September 7, 2016
Freshman breaks through barriers for an education rooted in faith.