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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Students chime in to music video project

Photo courtesy of Noah Wilson
Under the Bell Tower provides an outlet for students of all majors to participate in roles that could eventually be their jobs.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer May 11, 2016
Under the Bell Tower provides an outlet for students of all majors to participate in roles that could eventually be their jobs.

Official proposal for MEPD funding causes concern

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Though senators previously discussed giving $10,000 of contingency to MEPD next year, senators decide not to hold a same day vote.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer May 10, 2016
Though senators previously discussed giving $10,000 of contingency to MEPD next year, senators decide not to hold a same day vote.

Three proposals passed, two proposals denied

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Senators deny two proposed initiatives because they already receive club funding from Student Programming and Activities.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer May 3, 2016
Senators deny two proposed initiatives because they already receive club funding from Student Programming and Activities.

Senate, students propose for upcoming year

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As this school year wraps up, groups propose for funding to prepare for next year.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer April 26, 2016
As this school year wraps up, groups propose for funding to prepare for next year.

Admissions see rise in applicants

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With a rise in scholarships, applicants climbed 15 percent compared to last year.
Alondra Urizar, Writer April 20, 2016
With a rise in scholarships, applicants climbed 15 percent compared to last year.

Four of five proposals pass

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SGA stands firm in their role and decision not to fund events directly tied to specific departments.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer April 5, 2016
SGA stands firm in their role and decision not to fund events directly tied to specific departments.

Student government does not need iPads

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They may make voting more efficient, but SGA should focus on Biolans’ other needs.
Kristen M. Smith, Writer March 22, 2016
They may make voting more efficient, but SGA should focus on Biolans’ other needs.

Lower enrollment affects budget

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Spring enrollment is at 3,850 students, causing $18,000 to be moved from contingency to the SGA budget.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 22, 2016
Spring enrollment is at 3,850 students, causing $18,000 to be moved from contingency to the SGA budget.

A senator with a heart for people

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Jacob Keeth shares insight into his duties, passions and experiences working as a senator of Hart Hall.
Bethany Higa, Writer March 16, 2016
Jacob Keeth shares insight into his duties, passions and experiences working as a senator of Hart Hall.

After voting, senator positions still open

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Of 15 available senator positions, six positions had no competition and three remain empty.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 15, 2016
Of 15 available senator positions, six positions had no competition and three remain empty.

SGA launches new student scholarship

Student Government Association will create a student committee to choose the recipients of the new scholarships.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 15, 2016
Student Government Association will create a student committee to choose the recipients of the new scholarships.

Seven proposals passed

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The senate passed one constitutional amendment, one internal proposal and five student initiatives.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer March 7, 2016
The senate passed one constitutional amendment, one internal proposal and five student initiatives.