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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The fight for women’s rights needs intersectionality

Investigative journalist and civil rights activist Ida B. Wells fought for equality but was largely overlooked in the feminist movement.
Change is needed because feminism can exclude women of color.
Zoe Ware, Freelance Writer March 29, 2023

In the United States, March is Women’s History Month. Although this month is meant to recognize the contributions of all women regardless of race or ethnicity, many women of color — who have contributed to  historical events and accomplishments alongside white women — are oftentimes left to ambiguity....

Biola celebrates Women’s History Month

Women's History Month celebrates the role of women in American history.
University honors women with a variety of events throughout March.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2023

Biola begins Women’s History Month with celebrations that will be held throughout March. In partnership with the Committee on Women, the library will have an exposition on the first floor to showcase the “academic and literary contributions of female Biola professors and/or alumnae,” according...

The language of rape culture normalizes violence

Using passive voice when referring to sexual assault focuses on victims rather than on their abusers.
Using passive language to discuss sexual violence shifts attention from abusers. 
Lauren Good, Staff Writer February 22, 2023

Society has become more aware of violence against women in recent years due to the rise of feminism and the Me Too movement. Oftentimes, the language surrounding the topic is commonly expressed by how many women are killed, raped and assaulted by men. This use of passive voice, in which the result of...

So, we overturned Roe vs. Wade. Now what?

The court's reversal of the Roe v. Wade ruling has saved and impacted lives across the country.
While the overturning of Roe vs. Wade appears to be a good start, it is simply not enough in order to save unborn lives.
Zoe Ware, Freelance Writer January 25, 2023

In June of 2022, the Supreme Court made the unexpected decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade, which was the case law that federally protected women’s right to abortion. Now, abortion is no longer considered a constitutional right, and each state will determine whether they will continue to allow abortions. While...

GRIT launches new podcast for women

"DId I Talk Too Much?" amplifies women's voices.
"Did I Talk Too Much?" discusses empowering topics.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief November 21, 2022

GRIT, a resource that seeks to empower women at Biola, launched the first episode of its new podcast, “Did I Talk Too Much?” In partnership with Biola’s KBR: The Torch Radio, GRIT released its first episode titled, “What the Heck is Grit?”  DID I TALK TOO MUCH? “I feel like [the title]...

Aging is tough. How does it affect us?

Society holds men and women to different beauty standards as they age.
Here's how aging is viewed negatively for women and what college students can do to reconsider the process.
Emily Coffey and Hannah Larson, Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2022

As women grow older, society’s conventional wisdom is for them to dye their hair, put on makeup and engage in a variety of activities to appear younger than they really are in a futile, misguided search for eternal youth. On the other hand, men attain a sense of mature glamor in the eyes of society...

Soccer competes against CUI

Redshirt junior goalie JD Gunn's 13 saves broke Biola's single-save record.
Eagles face off with Concordia University Irvine.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 25, 2022

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer team competed in non-conference matches against Concordia University Irvine on Saturday. The men’s team tied 2-2 with the Golden Eagles while the women’s team suffered a 5-0 loss.  GUNN RECORDS THIRTEEN SAVES  Redshirt junior goalie JD Gunn recorded a total...

Diversity is still trying to find its place in film

Diversity is still trying to find its place in film
Hollywood falls short of representing women and people of color well in media.
Noel Sassoon, Opinions Editor September 23, 2022

Many movie goers would agree that diversity and representation in film is a priority for major studios. In this year alone, films such as Disney’s Encanto and A24’s Everything, Everywhere, All at Once showed progress regarding cultural and female representation in mainstream media. While those strides...

Women’s water polo wrap up their regular season with a win

Women’s water polo wrap up their regular season with a win
The Eagles soar as they defeat the Sunbirds once again, 11-10.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor April 16, 2022

On April 14, women’s water polo returned home for their last conference home game of the season. The Eagles ended their inaugural season with a hard earned win over the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds, 11-10. FLY EAGLES FLY FPU quickly gained a two-point lead in the first period as they overcame...

It is necessary to recognize sexual assault awareness month

It is necessary to recognize sexual assault awareness month
Sexual assualt awareness must continue beyond April.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor April 11, 2022

There is a reason why women around the world wear denim in April. In 1992, an 18-year-old woman was raped by her driver’s education instructor in Italy. The case was thrown out because the Italian Supreme Court ruled her jeans were so tight she must have helped take them off and consented to having...

Women’s water polo makes a splash in WWPA conference

Women’s water polo makes a splash in WWPA conference
The Eagles finish out conference season, 2-1.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief April 4, 2022

On April 2, women’s water polo closed out its conference competition with an incredible 14-8 victory over the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds. This victory secured a 2-1 record in the Western Water Polo Association. SAIL A GENTLE SEA The first period of the game left Biola at a disadvantage....

Softball wins back-to-back games

Softball wins back-to-back games
The Eagles secure two wins to start the Tournament of the Champions.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor April 2, 2022

On April 1, softball headed to Turlock, California to compete in the Tournament of the Champions. The Eagles faced off against Central Washington University and Western Washington University, winning both games with an identical score of 1-0.   IN THE FIFTH The Eagles faced off against CWU to start...