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
Sam Ballast

Sam Ballast, Layout Editor

Sam Ballast is a senior majoring in graphic design and minoring in business. This is her second year as Layout Editor for Chimes. She also does media for the athletic department when she isn’t working for Chimes. Sam is a strong believer that smoothies and long late-night drives are the best stress relievers. In her free time, she enjoys photography, dance, spending time with friends, and taking naps.

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Lifework canceled scholarships for the class of 2024.

LifeWork to make program changes

Sam Ballast, Layout Editor
May 6, 2020

After three years, Calvin’s LifeWork program is progressing into its next chapter. This program was originally designed as an optional career and life readiness program. It allows students to be more...

Photo courtesy of Latin American Student Association

LASA/SASA/ASA Dance

Sam Ballast, Staff Reporter
October 15, 2018

This past weekend, the Latin American Student Association (LASA), South Asian Student Association (SASA) and African Student Association (ASA) partnered with one another to host a dance party in Hoogenboom...

Calvin Taking Artprize

Calvin Taking Artprize

Sam Ballast, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2018

Thirty Calvin alumni and two current seniors at Calvin entered pieces into Artprize 10 this year. At least one of those, done by Pamela Anderson (class of 1982), made it into the top 25 voting. Graduation...

The Spin bikes that remain on campus are grouped together in the corner of the courtyard between Jonny's Cafe and Commons Annex.

SPIN skids to a halt

Sam Ballast, Staff Reporter
September 27, 2018

The SPIN Bikes program has officially been terminated by the company as of this school year. The program was introduced by Student Senate to Calvin’s campus in the 2017-18 school year. Joshua Bulten,...

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January series

Sam Ballast, Staff Reporter
September 20, 2018

The January Series has recently released the 2019 speaker lineup to the public. An official list can be found on Calvin’s website. This event takes place annually on Calvin’s campus in the Covenant...

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