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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

A race participant completes one of the football drills incorporated into the 5K on Saturday.

Grand Rapids Tidal Waves hosts their inaugural 5K fundraiser at Gainey cross country course

Lauren Vanden Bosch, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2021

On Nov. 6, runners of all ages gathered on a chilly, sunny morning at Calvin’s Gainey Athletic Complex to participate in a 5K fundraiser for the Grand Rapids Tidal Waves, a local women’s football team. Besides...

Photo by Nathan Stripp

Calvin supported water drive raises over 300 cases of water donations

Alden Hartopo
February 4, 2016

Senior Martin Cervantes successfully raised nearly 300 cases of water and 64 gallons jugs last Saturday for Flint residents affected by the ongoing water crisis. Around 50 students gathered on campus...

Photo Credit Sophie Van Sickle

Cheers to Michigan Brew Fest: supports local Cystic Fibrosis sufferers

Sophie VanSickle
September 19, 2015

If you look at any list of the attractions that make Grand Rapids a great place to be, no doubt that list will include Grand Rapids’s top-notch breweries, consistently rated among the city’s best consumer...

Student runs marathon to promote girls’ empowerment

Emily Cole
March 19, 2014

Heart pounding, adrenaline racing and a surging sense of accomplishment. Ask any one of the participants in Girls on the Run about how they feel after completing a race, and you’re bound to get an enthusiastic...

Photo by Michael Hsu

12-hour spin-a-thon to support Calvin biology professor

Angelyn Groenboom
February 27, 2014

A 12-hour spinning fundraiser in support of a Calvin professor will occur on March 7, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event, called “Spinning for Darren,” is in support of Calvin professor Darren Proppe...

Photo courtesy Carissa VanHaitsema

Grand Rapids .1k race raises money for muscular dystrophy

Carissa VanHaitsma
November 22, 2013

Many high school boys play golf and some may even play in a golf scramble. Not many high school boys start a golf scramble for charity. Kyle Smith and Mike Friar were two high school boys at East Kentwood...

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