story Archives - The Chimes

Missions Conference speakers reassure ambassadors of their identity

The first day of the conference calls students to be citizens of the kingdom and offers strategies to thwart spiritual attacks.

Micah Kim, Julianna Hernandez, and Emily Law • March 20, 2019

As the Missions Conference of 2019 started with students in a long line that snaked its way past the Bell Tower, attendees anticipated receiving a few conference credits, but left, speakers hope, with a diverse experience and a renewed sense of identity. THE NEW TRADITIONAL LAUNCH As students walked...

‘You are still wanted’

A student shares about how she covered her college bills through GoFundMe during a strenuous time.

Micah Kim, Managing Editor • January 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019. As many students struggle with the financial aspect of enrollment, some have turned to a new way to pay for school—GoFundMe. Senior interdisciplinary studies major Rachel Surgalski and her partner, junior cinema and media arts major...

Global students bridge the cultural gap on campus

The Student Union Building served as the hub of heritage as students were invited into an awareness of Spanish culture.

Eliana Park, Freelance Writer • September 21, 2018

Once every month, global students wake up the rest of Biola’s student body to a morning of culture, community and collaboration. Wednesday Wake-Up is an event hosted by the Global Student Programs and Development bridging events team, a group of students whose aim is to develop a community between...