Calvin University Chimes

Far From Home

Alden Hartopo
April 10, 2015

Over 10 percent of the student body here at Calvin is considered international, and in many cases, the struggles of the international student are often overlooked. A lack of intentional dialogue...

Ebola Outbreak in West Africa Prompts Delay of Ghana Semester

Nathan Slauer
September 4, 2014

The worst Ebola outbreak in history hit West Africa this year with 3,000 cases reported so far in the countries of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. With Calvin students preparing to study abroad...

Ghana semester faces changes

Lauren De Haan
November 20, 2013

Calvin’s semester in Ghana is likely to change following a push by the University of Ghana to standardize all international programs. Calvin’s semester has existed as one of only two stand-alone programs...

Ghana semester abroad students witness a vibrant faith

Bekah Coggin
September 26, 2013

Grand Rapids may be overflowing with churches, but have you ever seen a local congregation break into a sweat from dancing so passionately? How many local churches invite different denominations — or...