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Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

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Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

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‘Lady Bird’ takes flight in the CFAC

Brandon Schreur, A&E Editor
March 9, 2018

One of the films nominated for best picture at the Academy Awards this year, “Lady Bird,” was screened in the CFAC on Thursday, March 1 by the student activities office. “Lady Bird” is directed...

Photo by Josh Parks.

CFAC parking lot closed for the week

Morgan Anderson, On-Call Writer
March 6, 2018

The Covenant Fine Arts Center parking lot will be closed to students and staff today, March 6, until Friday March 9. The closure is due to the Grand Rapids Symphony’s scheduled performances. Around...

An image from last year’s flag display on Commons Lawn. The Sexual Assault Prevention Team hosted another flag display this year on April 19. Photo courtesy Sexual Assault Prevention Team.

Rape culture at Calvin

Emily Cole
April 7, 2017

Does rape culture exist? A recent article in the Banner titled “Rape Culture and Christian Colleges” by Gayla Postma discussed the existence of rape culture at Christian colleges such as Calvin and...

SAO movie showings now free

Brandon Schreur
March 3, 2017

Dedicatedly hosting screenings for recent and popular films is something that the Calvin Student Activities Office (SAO) has been doing since before 2006 — including showings that date back to “The...

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Capella performs student-led show

Jenny Bullis
October 8, 2014

Once a year, Calvin’s Capella choir participates in an event called Late Night. Here the choir changes up their classical style and delivers a performance of popular songs. This year, they wowed the...

Review: Propaganda at Calvin College

Joel Gustafson
October 8, 2014

There are few artists in the world like Propaganda. The son of a Black Panther, Jason Petty has degrees in illustration and intercultural studies, along with a teaching credential. He is also an experienced...

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