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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

A story worth seeing: Calvin’s The Glass Menagerie

A story worth seeing: Calvin’s The Glass Menagerie

Ellery Johnson, Entertainment Reporter
October 13, 2025

The Calvin Theatre Company (CTC) is in the midst of a production of The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. Showings began on Friday, Oct. 10, at 7:30 pm and included showings on Saturday, Oct. 11,...

Calvin’s orchestra begins next chapter under new leadership

Ellery Johnson, Entertainment Reporter
October 6, 2025

In the summer of 2025, Calvin University welcomed Dr. Xander Koops as the new coordinator of music education and the full symphony orchestra director.  According to the Calvin website, Calvin’s orchestra...

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 the CFAC auditorium. This ambitious spectacle comes after a...

Calvin Theatre Company presents: And Then There Were None

Natasha Jayaputra, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
April 7, 2025

Ten people stranded on an island — what could possibly go wrong? Maybe a private party? Or... murder! Calvin Theatre Company (CTC) is back with another gripping play, this time unraveling the mystery...

Hulvey’s All For You tour becomes SAO’s biggest event in 2024-2025 academic year

Natasha Jayaputra, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
March 4, 2025

The rise of Christian rappers has made Christianity more accessible — not just in traditional, quieter settings, but through a style that resonates with younger audiences and invites them to get to know...

One of Krampe's bowls on display at the Center Art Gallery. Photo by Gabrielle Eisma.

Calvin faculty and staff display art at Center Art Gallery’s first reception of the year

Addy Offutt, General Assignment Reporter
March 4, 2025

On Thursday, Feb. 27, people gathered in the Center Art Gallery to celebrate the opening reception of two new exhibits: “How Long, O Lord? Reflections on the Psalms of Lament” by Tiffany Krampe and...

Students gather for poetry and pasta hosted by CISD

Natasha Jayaputra, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
February 24, 2025

The Center for Intercultural Student Development (CISD) Ambassadors hosted their annual Poetry Jam in celebration of Black History Month on Friday, Feb. 21. The Poetry Jam, an informal event featuring...

Students gathered to network & create at the WBN Galentine’s Day event.

Valentine’s week in a nutshell

Natasha Jayaputra, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
February 17, 2025

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, and despite the chilly weather sweeping through the week, the Calvin campus community took time to embrace the spirit with a variety of events. Women’s...

Mics wait on the CFAC for Late Night performers.

Late-Night concert sparks excitement for performing at Calvin

Stella Stachowiak, General Assignment Reporter
February 17, 2025

On Friday, Feb. 14, the stage of the CFAC’s main auditorium was flooded with Women’s Chorale and Capella singers, flashing with vivid colors and dancing to pop songs for Calvin’s annual Late-Night...

Gospel Choir sings at Worship Symposium.

Calvin Gospel Choir on Symposium Worship

Natasha Jayaputra, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
February 10, 2025

On Thursday, February 6 on the stage of the CFAC’s main auditorium, Gospel Choir students dressed in colorful patterned skirts and blue-accented bow ties stood waiting as the audience filed in. Students...

Calvin Theatre Company’s first show of Spring 2025 is here!

Natasha Jayaputra, Culture Writer
February 3, 2025

Baking a cake, a pet goldfish and everything that should happen on a birthday — this is what Birthday Candles is about. Calvin Theatre Company (CTC) is performing Birthday Candles, an original play...

Todd Komarnicki

Todd Komarnicki: Faith and filmmaking

Natasha Jayaputra, Culture Writer
January 27, 2025

Last Tuesday, Jan. 21, in the CFAC Recital Hall, as people gathered around waiting for the next session of the January Series, words floated around the room. These words formed personal stories, all of...

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