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The Chimes

Swim and dive rise to the occasion

After a notably successful season, Biola's swim and dive team reflects on their progress.
After a season of steady growth, Biola’s swim and dive team capped it off with strong performances at the NCAA championships, signaling a program on the rise.
Ava Saputo, Staff Writer March 28, 2026

The dive team at Biola continued to build momentum this season, turning steady improvement into one of its strongest overall performances in recent years.  Much of that growth came from athletes who stepped up. For senior biological sciences major, Caleb Pook, the season marked a major comeback....

The Chimes reflects on recent SUB worship gathering

Worship continues in the SUB.
Worship continues after the end of Missions Conference.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief March 27, 2023

The room is simple. Tall black drapes hang down along the far windows, creating a veil between this lower-level space and the rest of the Student Union Building. Above, lights dangle from the ceiling, illuminating a red and beige carpet in the middle of the floor. The amber glow emanating from lamps...

Politics Rundown: Death toll rises following earthquake in Turkey and Syria

Death toll rises in Turkey and Syria as search and rescue efforts continue.
The United Nations Secretary-General appeals for $397 million in aid to support Syrian survivors.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor February 16, 2023

On Feb. 6, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria followed by a 7.5 aftershock. This caused mass devastation and, nine days later, search efforts are still taking place. USA Today stated that nine million Syrians have been affected by this earthquake and, as of Feb. 14, the death toll has...

Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh need our support in the midst of war

Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh need our support in the midst of war
The recent turmoil has caused much destruction and threatens the lives of many Christians.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor October 21, 2020

Over the past few weeks, the small country of Armenia has caught the attention of the news media. A handful of Armenians shut down the 101 freeway in Los Angeles, holding the red, blue and orange stripes that represent the Armenian flag two weeks ago, while Kim Kardashian West shared a series of tweets...

Followers of Christ should be on the frontlines of racial justice work

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The Church cannot miss this opportunity to fight for justice and reconciliation.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor September 2, 2020

Our world is in the midst of a racial reckoning. The brutal murders of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor set a racial tone in America with the backdrop of a global pandemic that has revealed longstanding injustices for African Americans in particular. Tension and anxiety surrounding the coronavirus...

How to navigate family tension during the Christmas season

Here are some steps on how to avoid family tension during the Christmas season.
When you go home in a few weeks, keep these tips in mind when your relatives ask about career goals, politics or dating.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer December 6, 2019

Right now, you’re most likely pushing through your eight-page paper or studying for a three-hour exam. But in a few weeks, you will be very happy to have those out of the way and finally go home. You and your family will be back together again once break begins, a fellowship that should be cherished...

Ambassadors of Compassion: Here and There

Ambassadors of Compassion: Here and There
You might be the only one to show Jesus to someone.
Sarah Dougher, Blogger March 20, 2019

Professor of biblical and theological studies Matt Williams spoke on being Ambassadors of Compassion: Here and There in Mayers Auditorium. He first defined the difference between Missions versus Mission, with Missions being a cross-cultural mission experience and Mission being the great commission that...

Peace battles conflict

Jason Lin/THE CHIMES
Finding the best approach to reconciliation may not be as challenging as it seems.
Jana Eller, Office Manager April 26, 2017
Finding the best approach to reconciliation may not be as challenging as it seems.

Will you hurt with us?

Students gather at the Bell Tower to pray and reflect on the recent incidents in Ferguson. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
The lack of appropriate response to Ferguson indicates apathy which is not inkeeping with the responsibility of caring for the hurting Body of Christ.
Asnat Ghebremedhin, Writer December 10, 2014
The lack of appropriate response to Ferguson indicates apathy which is not inkeeping with the responsibility of caring for the hurting Body of Christ.