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The Chimes

ParaBrands aims to impact the world through fashion

ParaBrands aims to impact the world through fashion
Two students launch an awareness project through their new clothing brand.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor November 16, 2018

Two creative students are expressing their ideas through their new clothing brand, ParaBrands. The company, which had a soft launch this fall, aims to bring awareness to both societal issues and Christian perspectives. THE LAUNCHSophomore business administration major Nick Rumer was the one to come up...

La Mirada residents feel effects of Tuesday earthquake

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A 4.4 earthquake shook residents all over Southern California. Here is how you can stay safe for the next one.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) September 3, 2018

La Verne, Calif. residents were taken by surprise when a 4.4 magnitude earthquake hit on Aug. 28. While the quake hit hardest at its epicenter, residents all over Southern California, including those in La Mirada, could feel the effects. Though the quake was only a quick jolt for those around Biola’s...

Solving the gun debate means understanding the other side

Solving the gun debate means understanding the other side
The gun control debate reaches its limits with the current rhetoric.
Eric Nimmo, Freelance Writer March 27, 2018

The gun debate rhetoric seems to have caused humanity to think the worst of each other. It should not be like this. When discussing tragic and heavy topics—such as how to respond to a tragedy like the Parkland shooting—charity should be always present in viewing our political opponents position....

Elevators receive overdue safety permits

Elevators such as this one in Horton Hall have receive temporary permits months after their scheduled inspection date.
Facilities to send advance notice to Industrial Relations to avoid having a repeat issue.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief January 24, 2018

After the elevators on campus spent several months waiting for inspection, the California Department of Industrial Relations issued temporary permits to the services in November and January. CATCHING UP WITH INSPECTIONS Because Industrial Relations fell behind on inspections, many of the elevators’...

Elevator maintenance past due

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Facilities management and students respond to elevator inspection delay.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer October 25, 2017
Facilities management and students respond to elevator inspection delay.

Senators hear from Chief Ojeisekhoba

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SGA hosts first open proposals of the semester.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer October 4, 2017
SGA hosts first open proposals of the semester.

Burglaries raise crime rates

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Theft crime rises in La Mirada.
Daisy Gonzalez, Writer May 9, 2017
Theft crime rises in La Mirada.

That time I…experienced the L.A. Auto Show

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The annual car show, with an abundance of automobiles on display, did not disappoint.
Dale Fredriks, Writer November 26, 2016
The annual car show, with an abundance of automobiles on display, did not disappoint.

Improvements present new era for athletics

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The Al Barbour field renovation is the highlight of the athletic facility improvements from summer.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 5, 2016
The Al Barbour field renovation is the highlight of the athletic facility improvements from summer.

Campus Safety eases assault reporting process

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Thorough policy and procedures help care for complainants of sexual assault.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer April 6, 2016
Thorough policy and procedures help care for complainants of sexual assault.

Sexual Assault Reporting Toolkit

If you or someone you know have been sexually assaulted, Biola has several avenues you can use to report the incident, in addition to local resources.
Nicole Foy, Writer May 20, 2015
If you or someone you know have been sexually assaulted, Biola has several avenues you can use to report the incident, in addition to local resources.

Biola University trails in sexual assault awareness

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Lack of participation in national campaign highlights negligence of campus awareness.
Nicole Foy, Writer May 6, 2015
Lack of participation in national campaign highlights negligence of campus awareness.