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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Wellness days are just another day for homework

Wellness days are just another day for homework
Although well-intended, we should be creating an intentional rhythm of sabbath for ourselves.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer • March 3, 2021

When I imagine a restful day, I imagine waking up without a hundred “to-dos” running through my mind. I imagine hanging out with friends and reading a book that has nothing to do with the required reading stated on the syllabus. Maybe I would go to the beach or go on a hike. Either way, homework...

Cause behind spring break gas leak explained

Students walk to the baseball field after being evacuated from lower campus due to a major gas leak.
Facilities management assistant director explains the real start of the gas leak.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor • March 13, 2019

A contractor accident during a drainage repairment caused the March 4 gas leak which led to the evacuation of lower campus, facilities management reports. THE SITUATION According to facilities management assistant director Beverly Cain, a storm drainage pipe located just outside of Stewart Hall had...

Five things to do over spring break

A list of activity ideas for students who stay on campus..
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • February 21, 2018

As spring break approaches, students fatigued with the daily grind of the college life anxiously await their respite. Some travel home or to a fun destination, while others remain in the area. Even if students do not travel over the break, the area surrounding campus holds many opportunities for enjoyment...

Spring trips localize missions

Courtesy of Stephen Fredericks
The leaders of this semester’s local trips continue their intention of following Acts 1:8.
Jessica Goddard, Writer • May 2, 2017
The leaders of this semester’s local trips continue their intention of following Acts 1:8.

Easter breaks spring trends

Easter breaks spring trends
With a Christian holiday set earlier than in past years, students still feel yoked to their stress.
Jessica Goddard, Writer • April 11, 2017
With a Christian holiday set earlier than in past years, students still feel yoked to their stress.

New school year brings new calendar

Stephen Frederick/THE CHIMES
Among other changes, students can expect a longer summer and an earlier spring break.
Jana Eller, Office Manager • March 28, 2017
Among other changes, students can expect a longer summer and an earlier spring break.