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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

John Calvin addresses the audience at the dedication ceremony.

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What once was a Dutch ministry school is now a university.
Juliana Knot, Editor-in-Chief
July 13, 2019

Shedding its title of Calvin College, the school took on the name Calvin University at the dedication festivities on July 10. The transition date coincided with John Calvin’s 510th birthday, and...

Group members discuss ways to promote peace and healing. Photo courtesy World Renew.

CRC promotes peace in Nigeria

Peter Ford
April 6, 2017

In Nigeria, religious faith is a strong legacy passed down from one generation to the next. Calvin senior Chinelo Ezenwelu grew up in Lagos State, Nigeria. According to her, “Irrespective of our different...

Photo by Moon Jung

Student-planned conference attracts world development experts

Kate Parsons
January 22, 2015

In a small room tucked in the back of North Hall, sophomore Emily Lawson and junior Gabe LePage stand in front of a whiteboard filled with notes, schedules and to-do lists. As the co-directors of this...

Photo by Alden Hartopo

Local robbery places Calvin College on lockdown

Alden Hartopo
December 12, 2014

Calvin College was placed on lockdown last night as campus safety and the Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) worked to clear campus and search for the suspect of a robbery that occurred at the bus stop...

Letter to the Editor: Ladies Literary Club listing

Letter to the Editor: Ladies Literary Club listing

Jerry Grieser
November 20, 2014

Starting last year, Calvin started to increase its emphasis on the arts, most noticeably by having a tab for the arts on its website. This page highlights art, English, music, theatre, graphic design,...

Editorial: Snow Day

Editorial: Snow Day

Lauren De Haan
November 20, 2014

This past Tuesday, I woke up to two things: an email informing me classes had been cancelled due to inclement weather, and about 100 Facebook posts thanking God, mother nature and even provost Cheryl Brandsen...

Opinion: A Strange Paradox

Opinion: A Strange Paradox

Benjamin Bilgen
November 20, 2014

The other day my housemates and I were discussing the recent Chimes article that detailed the results of the Cultural Intelligence Center report, which found that Calvin has yet to translate its commitment...

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Infographic illustrates Calvin’s affordability

Juliana Ludema
November 20, 2014

Most Calvin students don’t pay full tuition. As a new infographic geared towards prospective students shows, last year, the average incoming student received a financial aid package of $20,000. People...

Women's volleyball advances to Elite Eight

Women’s volleyball advances to Elite Eight

Julie Woudenberg
November 19, 2014

The Calvin community is welcome to sign up for our fan bus to follow the Knights to Virginia here. The Calvin College women’s volleyball team claimed the NCAA Division III Regional title for the third...

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Review: Ingrid Michaelson at Calvin College

Avery Johnson
November 12, 2014

During her return visit to Calvin last Thursday, Ingrid Michaelson charmed audiences with her witty banter and distinctive voice. Those who saw her two years ago can remember how her interactions with...

Calvin to list Ladies Literary Club venue for sale

Alden Hartopo
November 7, 2014

At their October session, the Board of Trustees approved a recommendation by the college to put the Ladies Literary Club building up for sale. The historic downtown building, which frequently hosts...

Photo by Katelyn Bosch

Calvin involves students in search for VP of student life

Bethany Cok
November 6, 2014

Calvin has begun its search for a new vice president of student life after Shirley Hoogstra left Calvin this fall, having served in the position for the past 15 years. A committee of 11 members will...

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