Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes
Ezra Craker

Ezra Craker, Arts & Entertainment Editor

All content by Ezra Craker
Behind every SAO concert is a small office pulling the strings necessary to bring artists to campus, including singer-songwriter Matt Costa (pictured above).

The precarious world of booking SAO concerts

October 25, 2021
Luminous documentary, directed by professor Sam Smartt and about professor Larry Molnar, finally makes it to the Calvin community after seven years of production.

‘Luminous’ tells the story of a Calvin astronomer’s risky prediction

October 17, 2021

Tipping servers generously should be a Christian practice

October 12, 2021
After several COVID-related setbacks, CTC performed a Steampunk version of Shakespeare.

Waking up from a nightmare, Calvin Theater Company finally performs “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

October 3, 2021
Tomberlin kicked off the first in SAOs concert series.

Concerts are back on campus. Proof of vaccination required

September 18, 2021
Beauty by Design is on display at the Center Art Gallery.

New art installations offer break from semester-start stress

September 13, 2021
Calvins facilities department entered the school year with noticeable understaffing.

[Photo] Understaffed and overworked: Grieving a gutted department, facilities grapples with transition

September 12, 2021
Lordes Solar Power is a refreshing album that doesnt always cohere.

On “Solar Power,” Lorde just wants to relax

September 7, 2021
Derek Vos and Sarah Catlin are a now-graduated Calvin couple who met during their freshman year of college in December 2016.

A “Calvin walk” through dating history

April 29, 2021
The skyline of Chicago during a students recent trip.

In lieu of spring break, students make a break for it

April 14, 2021
Students, staff and faculty can sign up for vaccine with Calvin, Spectrum Health

Students, staff and faculty can sign up for vaccine with Calvin, Spectrum Health

April 1, 2021
Room for All supporters serve communion.

LGBTQ inclusion disagreements threaten Reformed Church in America split

March 25, 2021

What are the ingredients of a good dorm event?: Schultze-Eldersveld weighs in

March 25, 2021
Calvin grad continues to make music and is eager to perform live shows.

Calvin alum makes music vividly rooted in time and place

March 11, 2021
The University has decided to cut several majors and minors, including Art History, Theatre, and Japanese.

Zombie majors: students struggle to finish their degrees as the university cuts programs

March 4, 2021
Johnnys seating area closed as a result of rise in cases.

Morale dips during increased restriction, students hopeful as cases fall

February 24, 2021
Students wore all black to stand in solidarity with Breonna Taylor’s family during an outdoor chapel service in September.

Newly formed group of students of color advises administration on racial justice

February 21, 2021
GameStop stock rose abruptly in the end of January, but has sunk again since.

Students ride GameStop roller coaster

February 11, 2021
Several TikTok users are concerned the COVID-19 vaccine will include a microchip.

Popular TikToks promote unfounded claim that COVID-19 vaccine could be the mark of the beast

December 3, 2020
Calvin professor of environmental studies, James Skillen publishes book.

Professor releases book exploring public land, conservative politics

November 13, 2020
COVID-19 cases have been rising in Kent County.

Amidst rising infection rates, Safe Return Team introduces COVID-19 surveillance testing

October 23, 2020
Engineering students showcase recorders designed with a self-built 3D printer

3D printing allows for inventive expression

October 8, 2020
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[Photo] Community Care Fund continues to accept donations despite suspension of LOFT

September 24, 2020
The new streaming service features bite-size episodes that are each 10 minutes or less.

I tried Quibi so you don’t have to

April 20, 2020
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