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

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer

Hannah Butler is a senior linguistics major from Texas. She had the privilege of being a McGregor Fellow this summer and hopes to continue her research in a graduate program next year. Hannah’s love of exploring characterizes her best. She is frequently spotted hiking trails and visiting new places with friends. Her latest adventure took her on a tour of New York City, where she experienced Broadway for the first time.

All content by Hannah Butler
Professor Vanden Bosch retires this May and will leave a legacy of using the power of language databases to research patterns. Photo by David Fitch.

Retiring English prof pairs statistical analysis and language

Hannah Butler, Staff Writer
April 26, 2018

English professor James Vanden Bosch will retire this May, having advocated the combination of math and language at Calvin for over a decade. The method, known as corpus linguistics allows scholars make...

John Fea finishes history department colloquium

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
December 1, 2017

Concluding the history department colloquium for the fall semester, John Fea lectured on President Trump’s Christian advisers and the historical context of their position. Fea, who identifies as...

Professor Dave Warners, among others, have worked to plan changes to the natural elements on campus which are expected to bring elements of the nature preserve onto campus east of the Beltline. Photo courtesy calvin.edu.

Physical plant and faculty team-up to support sustainability

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
November 3, 2017

Correction: A previous version of this article wrongly attributed a quote to Dave Warners instead of Sally Vander Ploeg. This mistake has been corrected. President Le Roy’s expected signature on a...

Berglund gives talk about hockey research

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
November 2, 2017

The History department’s October colloquium featured professor Bruce Berglund’s hockey research on Oct. 18. In an hour-long lecture, Berglund presented on the political and economical significance...

Founders celebrate 20th anniversary

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
October 19, 2017

Founders Brewing Co. hosted their 20th Anniversary Taproom Party on October 14th to celebrate the brewery’s success since opening. Starting at 1 PM, Bartlett Street had been blockaded off to increase...

Todd and Laura Pheifer were two of the winners of this year’s Outstanding Service Award. Photo by Yooyoung Kwon.

Distinguished alumni honored

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
October 5, 2017

Calvin College welcomed alumni back to campus for Homecoming Weekend, September 28-30. The weekend stressed the importance of Calvin alumni to current students on-campus as well as the greater Grand...

One of our full time employees (Ron Venneman) along with a student employee (Josh Kuperus). Photo courtesy Campus Safety.

Campus safety increases staff, hires fewer students

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
September 29, 2017

Recent hires to the campus safety staff provide a higher professional-to-student officer ratio and decrease the safety risk for the Calvin community. Previously, student security officers responded...

Roosevelt Park Ministry responds to DACA

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
September 21, 2017

Distrust is increasing in the Roosevelt Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids due to the now-uncertain future of those enrolled in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).  73% of the residents...

Calvin community participates in “DACA: Lament into Action.” Photo by Kayla McLean.

Calvin stands with students protected by DACA

Hannah Butler and Kathryn Mae Post
September 14, 2017

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) will be phased out in the next six months, President Trump announced last week. DACA — which, as President Michael Le Roy has confirmed, directly impacts...

Though student reaction has been mixed, Calvin hopes for the new signs to serve a greater visual and practical purpose. Photo by Mark Peless.

New campus signs promote hospitality and navigational ease for visitors

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
March 3, 2017

“A simple and straightforward message system will direct them to destinations, minimize confusion and make them feel welcome,” the Signage and Wayfinding Master Plan promises for future guests to Calvin...

This was the fourth installment of the weekly forum which seeks renewal in society and politics. Photo courtesy Calvin.edu.

Just Citizenship discussion series continues

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
February 17, 2017

Sitting on the chapel stage, experts on our current political identity prepared to answer, “What were the mindsets that led to the current political situation?” The panel was comprised of Kevin den...

Hundreds of students came to the event, which featured over 60 student organizations; photo by Michael Hsu.

Student organizations get platform in second Cokes and Clubs

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
February 10, 2017

Student organizations enlivened the Hoogenboom Gym with smiles, with cleverly themed posters and cans of Coke for the second round of Cokes & Clubs this year. 61 out of 69 student organizations and...

Alliance housing promotes active community

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
December 9, 2016

Isn’t Alliance housing just for jocks? While Alliance housing is one of the many places full-time Calvin students call home, most students assume that the rooms within are reserved for only student-athletes....

Courtesy Hannah Bee

Student organization spotlight: Culinary Club

Hannah Butler, On-Call Writer
September 30, 2016

Last Friday afternoon, the Calvin Culinary Club introduced itself to campus with the sweet aroma of hot dogs on the grill. The club had advertised a four-dollar lunch basket — including one premium,...

Load More Stories