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Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

University pastor Mary Hulst prays for President Elzinga at a chapel service before his inauguration
“The future is secure:” Elzinga inaugurated as Calvin’s 13th president
Ethan Meyers and Grace Buller January 27, 2025

On Friday, Jan. 24, Greg Elzinga was officially inaugurated as Calvin’s 13th president, in a ceremony that emphasized the importance of prayer...

Dialogue’s AI Statement
Dialogue Staff, Guest Writer • May 9, 2025

This week two students published an article in the Chimes, which said that they had written a poem using a large language model, submitted it,...

Film students prepare for media showcase
Stella Stachowiak, General Assignment Reporter • April 28, 2025

On Friday, May 2 , as warmer weather seeps onto campus, Calvin’s film students will be broadcasting their special features in a showcase at...

“One God, Many Perspectives”
Gregory Mox and Eric Rackard April 14, 2025

This article includes two perspectives, Christian and Muslim. Late last year, this Christian, Gregory Mox, noticed how the health of this Muslim,...

Students have been posting pictures of the fish on social media platforms such as Instagram and Fizz. Photo by Annabella Terpstra.
Something fishy found in the road by Knollcrest
McKenna Wilkinson, General Assignment Reporter • March 24, 2025

Right before spring break, many students noticed an unusual sight in the road in front of Knollcrest Dining Hall: several large fish had been...

The tennis team has enjoyed a strong season. Photo from calvin.edu.
Men’s tennis rallies with three straight sweeps; eyes MIAA title, shot at nationals
Zach Kern, Sports Reporter • April 14, 2025

After a tough loss to arch-rival Hope, Calvin men’s tennis has bounced back nicely, and is now on a three-match winning streak after playing...