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The Chimes

Torrey theatre explores change and relationships in “Pygmalion”

The cast and directors of "Pygmalion" celebrate on the stage after the show.
Here's a Q&A with the directors of "Pygmalion" play.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief March 22, 2023

The scene on stage began on a rainy day as people huddled underneath a church overhang, waiting for the drizzle to stop. It was there that Dr. Henry Higgins, a world-renowned linguist, came across fellow linguist Colonel Pickering, and the both of them became fascinated by the cockney flower girl Eliza...

‘The Chosen’ comes to Biola

‘The Chosen’ comes to Biola
The School of Cinema & Media Arts hosted a special event with writers, producers and actors from the hit show.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer March 27, 2022

On March 25, the School of Cinema & Media Arts held a special event centered around the hit Christian TV show, “The Chosen.” Some of the writers, producers and cast came for a meet and greet as well as a Q&A moderated by the school’s dean, Tom Halleen. A CROWD OF 2,000 Over 2,000 people...

A backstage look at Pirates of Penzance

The "Pirates of Penzance"cast gather for a rehearsal.
The Biola Opera is coming to the Conservatory for a long overdue show.
Kate Bomar, Photographer January 25, 2022

This spring the Conservatory will finally host their opera performance, open for one weekend only. “Pirates of Penzance” will hit the theater stage with an exceptional cast. STORYLINE “Pirates of Penzance” follows a young man who is a “slave to duty” until his 21st birthday. After completing...

A psychologist’s advice to college students

A psychologist’s advice to college students
Biola Counseling Center Director Melanie Taylor shares ways students can care for their mental health.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor October 1, 2021

One of the biggest issues surrounding young people is the issue of mental health. College students often suffer from depression, anxiety and loneliness. On Feb. 17, Boston University reported that these difficulties are only increasing, as 83% of college students in the nation have either depression...

Q&A with CMA professor and producer of “What Lies Below”

Q&A with CMA professor and producer of “What Lies Below”
This intricate film has been trending on Netflix for the past week, leaving students inspired to follow in Abel Vang’s footsteps.
Kate Bomar, Photographer April 13, 2021

Produced by Biola professor Abel Vang,“What Lies Below” hit Netflix and became trending one day after Easter and remained in the Top 10 for a week. Vang gives readers an inside scoop to the production of his trending Netflix film.  “What Lies Below” tells a story of  a 16-year-old girl who...

Christian Clubbing: KCM holds seminar on biblical role of men

Members of the Koinonia Campus Mission Club listen to speakers discuss the importance of intentionality, community and discipline for Christian males. Students also asked the speakers questions during the event.
Speakers promote intentional reading of Scripture and condemn sexual harassment.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief February 13, 2018

The Koinonia Campus Mission Club held a seminar on biblical manhood which encouraged students to pursue a deeper understanding of the Bible and spoke against sexual harassment of women. UNDERSTANDING WEAKNESS The seminar began with a brief presentation listing several biblical characteristics for...

CIA visits Biola students

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Officers welcome applications and discuss the prospect of working for the agency.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief September 27, 2017
Officers welcome applications and discuss the prospect of working for the agency.

Get to know your faculty: Jonathan Puls, interim dean of fine arts, communications and the school of arts and sciences

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Jonathan Puls discusses art, his teaching career and the journey he took to get there.
Jessica Goddard, Writer May 9, 2017
Jonathan Puls discusses art, his teaching career and the journey he took to get there.

Students enjoy film on being unashamed

Students and professors seek to find the compromise between artistic expression and community expectations in Biola's Cinema Media Arts department.
Film screening and Q&A invite discussion on standing up for one’s beliefs.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 23, 2017
Film screening and Q&A invite discussion on standing up for one’s beliefs.

Ghost town campus affects resident life

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Quiet buildings give staff break and student withdrawal.
Jessica Goddard, Writer February 21, 2017
Quiet buildings give staff break and student withdrawal.

Q&A with Matthew Hooper, welcome week task force chair

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More planning goes into Biola’s seamless orientation service week than students realize.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer September 12, 2016
More planning goes into Biola’s seamless orientation service week than students realize.