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The Chimes

A behind-the-scenes look at student film series “Falling Roses”

Film director Christian Lukens and producer Joel Corral explore themes of secrecy and uncertainty in their film series "Falling Roses."
The new student film series hopes to inspire and navigate the often-murky waters of heartbreak.
Brendan Peters, Staff Writer November 6, 2022

Biola student film project “Falling Roses,” which was released in June 2022, is set to film a sequel episode in two weeks. Junior business administration major Christian Lukens, who directs and stars in the film, and sophomore cinema and media arts major Joel Corral, who produced the piece, discussed...

Library Makerspace inspires ingenuity

The Library Makerspace provides 3D printers, among other types of production equipment, to encourage student creativity.
The Makerspace welcomes new staff and expands equipment.
Phoebe Vrable, News Editor October 12, 2022

Biola’s Library Makerspace is responding to the desire of students on campus who want to learn tactile production skills. With a variety of sewing machines, 3D printers, computer software, Cricut machines and image transfer equipment, there is a wide range of tools available for students.  According...

Pandemic relationships: we were not made to live socially distanced

Pandemic relationships: we were not made to live socially distanced
Technology is saving the limited relationships we have amid social isolation.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 24, 2021

Everything has changed with the onset of the pandemic, but our relationships have changed most of all. Many of us have spent months solely in contact with those in our household. Loneliness quickly became an unfortunate reality as small talk and peripheral conversations disappeared. Despite the difficulties...

The pandemic has encouraged positive changes in dating culture

The pandemic has encouraged positive changes in dating culture
Society will look very different post-coronavirus, and our love-lives will be no exception.
Evana Upshaw and Addison Freiheit February 12, 2021

COVID-19 brings a new perspective to Valentine’s Day. With sudden lockdowns and nowhere to go, people across the country were forced to spend extended time with those in their household, which has encouraged more intentional relationships with roommates and family. While social distancing has also...

“Malcolm & Marie” is an agonizingly brilliant conversation

“Malcolm & Marie” is an agonizingly brilliant conversation
Director Sam Levinson brings his “Euphoria” magic to the big screen.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor February 11, 2021

Stunning black and white visuals, raw dialogue and beautiful performances are only a few of the aspects that make “Malcolm & Marie” a true stand-out film. Following the success of “Euphoria,” director Sam Levinson took many of the characteristics that made the show such a huge hit and incorporated...

The emotional impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak need to be discussed

The emotional impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak need to be discussed
Unexpected goodbyes and isolation have taken a toll on college students.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer April 4, 2020

There is no question that COVID-19 has had an impact on people’s health. While the coronavirus affects the physical body, it has also taken a toll on the mental health of our society. The Kaiser Family Foundation conducted a poll from March 25–30 and found that around 45% of adults in the United...

Spring Symposium kicks off with an interracial relationship panel

Spring Symposium kicks off with an interracial relationship panel
Four interracial couples spoke about the difficulties and benefits of their relationships.
Sophia Silvester, Staff Writer February 17, 2020

This year, Student Enrichment and Intercultural Development and the Student Government Association teamed up to present the Spring Symposium series on how to have grace-filled conversations. The series consists of three panel discussions, which they call ‘breaking the ice,’ followed by a student-led...

Spanish professor launches new language program

Spanish professor launches new language program
The Language Exchange Program encourages conversation and relationships between employees and students.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 20, 2019

A new language program launched this semester pairs 14 Spanish-speaking employees from food and maintenance services on campus with 14 students from Spanish classes to engage in conversation about language and culture.   Assistant professor of modern languages Itzel Reyes launched a new language...

Panel addresses relationships with chocolate and discussion

Panel addresses relationships with chocolate and discussion
Students present a panel with questions about sex and intimacy.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) February 14, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 14, 2019). The smell of melted chocolate consumed the air as students filed into the Alpha Hall lobby to receive a sweet treat and have their relationship questions answered. In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, Alpha’s residence life staff...

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel
Faculty members attempt to model healthy disagreements for students.
Jessica Brest, Freelance Writer October 8, 2018

Sociology professor Brad Christerson and biblical and theological studies professor Thaddeus Williams publicly discussed their differing viewpoints on how Christians should approach social justice in light of the Gospel on Oct. 3. President Barry Corey started these Duologues in the spring semester...

Growth requires boldness

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Kelsey Carlson has learned trust by stepping out of her comfortability both in Poland and the U.S.
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor March 28, 2018

Sophomore public relations major Kelsey Carlson remembers the first time she translated for her camp in Poland. She kept thinking of all the people who would better qualify for this position of leadership. In her insecurity, she learned to trust in God, and saw the growth in her relationship with him....

Social media provides a conversational approach to relationships

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Chris Grace and Tim Muehlhoff discuss the day’s topic of love.
Caitlin Blackmon, Features Apprentice February 14, 2018

Valentine’s Day brings about various conversations concerning love, and whether romantic or relational, the word “love” floats around on everything from candies to bouquets. The Center for Marriage and Relationships saw the opportunity to use this day to bring a healthy discussion about love. A...