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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

All content by Aaron Toth

The “America First” Case for Foreign Development Aid

Aaron Toth and Ewan Parker
February 24, 2025

Two weeks ago, we published an opinion piece presenting a robust biblical case for the continued provision of foreign development aid by the United States federal government. Last week, our friend and...

Foreign development aid is an act of Christian mercy; Getting rid of it is a mistake

Ewan Parker and Aaron Toth
February 10, 2025

In 2003, during his State of the Union address, Republican President George W. Bush asked Congress for 15 billion dollars for a program called the “U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief”...

Textbooks are too expensive; students should have cheaper options

Aaron Toth, Guest Writer
September 18, 2023

Textbooks are not cheap. A quick look around Calvin’s bookstore reveals that many books sell for upwards of $100. These expensive books contribute to student debt and financial insecurity during college...

Wages in Michigan are rising. Wages on campus should follow suit

Aaron Toth, Guest Writer
October 16, 2022

Many businesses across the U.S., including in Michigan, are facing a labor shortage. In response, some companies are raising wages to attract and retain workers. For instance, it’s not unusual to drive...

It’s time to reexamine Knight Bucks

Aaron Toth, Guest Writer
November 14, 2021

When I first arrived at Calvin, I knew that I would be getting Knight Bucks with my meal plan, but, but I was flabbergasted when I learned that I would receive $150 Knight Bucks per semester. Being an...

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