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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Crime Log ― April 6 – April 18

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This crime log includes marijuana violations and petty theft.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief April 19, 2022

Grand Theft — Stewart Hall Reported on April 6, occurred between Feb. 22 at 12:01 a.m. and April 6 at 3 p.m. A student’s credit card was stolen in an instance of grand theft.  The sheriff’s department was contacted and the incident was referred to Student Development. The incident was cleared...

Senators Taper and Lo run for SGA president and vice president

Senators Taper and Lo run for SGA president and vice president
Candidates Taper and Lo hope to empower students’ presence on campus.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 15, 2021

Sophomore biological sciences major Zoe Taper and sophomore nursing major Lesanra Lo decided to run for Student Government Association president and senior vice president with the goal to make SGA resources more available to the community.  WHY TAPER AND LO? In their time as senators, Taper and Lo...

Social distancing shifts campus life

Social distancing shifts campus life
Students share what life is like on campus during COVID-19.
Courtney Jackson and Andi Basista April 20, 2020

Since the suspension of on-campus classes, students have experienced a rollercoaster of emotions as living situations changed over night. What first was an optional stay or leave policy quickly transformed into a mandatory moveout for all students able to do so. When students were told to leave campus...

Crime Log — Feb. 3 – Feb. 10

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This week’s crime log includes two smoke alarms triggered and marijuana possession.
Sophia Silvester, Staff Writer February 11, 2020

Obscene or Threatening Phone Calls — Tradewinds Apartments Reported Feb. 5, 12:45 p.m., occurred prior. A student reported receiving unwelcome text messages. This case is active and has been referred to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Fire - Mechanical Cause — Thompson Hall Reported...

Crime Log — Jan. 6 – Jan. 13

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This week’s crime log features one case of vandalism and numerous cases of trespassing and theft.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor January 14, 2020

Trespassing — Lot K Reported Jan. 6, 2:17 p.m. An officer observed an individual riding a bicycle through Lot K. After the officer made contact with the individual, the individual claimed that he was a BMX rider checking out the structure of the parking lot. The officer made him aware that the...

Crime Log ― Oct. 16 – Oct. 23

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This week’s Crime Log features one disturbance of the peace.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 23, 2019

Stewart Hall — Disturbing the peace Reported on Oct. 19, 12:54 a.m. A student reported a noise complaint of loud music and yelling between Stewart and Hope Hall. The individuals left prior to Campus Safety’s arrival.

Art installation spotlights facilities management workers

Art installation spotlights facilities management workers
Students’ photography project shows the caring hearts of four facilities management employees.
Rachel Gaugler, Freelance Writer April 22, 2019

When he is spotted in Stewart Hall, students line up to have even the briefest conversation with him. That is how junior psychology major Alyssa Jupiter described Marcus Bonat. As the last few weeks of the semester approach, six students took it upon themselves to create a project that showcases...

Crime Log ― Nov. 6 – Nov. 13

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Trespassing, petty theft, burglary and disturbing the peace make up this week’s crime log.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager November 13, 2018

Trespassing ― Creek Tunnel - La Mirada Blvd Reported Nov. 6, 1:15 p.m. A Campus Safety officer observed two individuals walking on campus. The officer recognized one of them as being previously banned from campus. The officer made contact and escorted the individuals off campus. Trespassing...

Crime Log—April 10 – Sept. 4

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Vandalism, trespassing, petty theft, possession of marijuana and property damage are up this week's Crime Log.
Isabelle Thompson and Christian Leonard September 4, 2018

MAY   Possession of Marijuana/Trespassing — Off-Campus Reported May 1, 7:07 p.m. A Campus Safety officer observed smoke coming from outside the Hart Hall gates. The officer made contact with a non-student who was smoking, and a student who was not, and asked them to leave. They left...

Get to know the new RDs

Sydnie Nelson and Renee Shaeffer
Sydnie Nelson and Renee Shaeffer take on new interim roles in Stewart and Blackstone.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) March 13, 2018

This spring semester two resident directors have stepped down, leaving Residence Life with some gaps. With spots to fill, Sydnie Nelson and Renee Shaeffer have stepped in as interim director. SYDNIE NELSON: STEWART HALL Nelson, interim resident director for Stewart Hall, grew up in Arkansas and...

Lower campus to improve barriers to deter criminals

Campus Safety and facilities management plan to build a wall bordering lower campus.
Departments partner with Campus Safety to provide additional security measures for vulnerable area.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief January 22, 2018

After observing a record number of individuals coming onto lower campus with criminal intent, Campus Safety and facilities management will construct a larger wall behind Hart Hall this summer. “FOR US, THIS IS PERSONAL” The isolated areas behind Hart Hall and along the adjacent creek have...

Crime Log ― Nov. 14 – Nov. 21

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Petty Theft, Trespassing, Disturbing the Peace and Hit and Run make up this week's crime log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2017

PETTY THEFT ― HOPE HALL Reported Nov. 15, 12:53 p.m., occurred between Aug. 20, 1 p.m. and Sept. 14, 7 p.m. A student reported an item stolen from their dorm room. They previously believed they had lost the item. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. TRESPASSING...