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Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Spike Lee’s 1997 documentary “4 Little Girls” sheds light on the terrorist bombing that occured at 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham,  Alabama. Photo taken from YouTube.

Film Arts Committee hosts screening of “4 Little Girls”

Brandon Schreur
February 24, 2017

Spike Lee has long been passionate about pushing for rights in the African-American community. Having made films like “Do the Right Thing”, “Malcolm X,” and most recently “Chi-Raq” — among...

DJ MA and DJ Maxx perform in the Fish House; Photo by Daniel Hickey.

Fish House dance party a flash from the past

Daniel Hickey
February 10, 2017

Students poured into the Fish House on Friday night to dance with friends to hip-hop, soul and pop classics. The “Fantastic Beats and Where to Find Them” dance party gave students a fun way to kick...

MSDO and Senate help bring Black Inventors and Inventions Traveling Museum

Alex Johnson
February 10, 2017

As a part of the celebration of Black History this month, Multicultural Student Development Office and Student Senate joined together to host the Black Inventors and Inventions Traveling Museum. This museum...

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MSDO packs Fish House with live music, poetry

Maddie Hughey
April 12, 2016

The Fish House hummed with energy as students packed into the small space last Tuesday, April 12, to hear poems performed and written by both students and alumni at this year’s Poetry Slam. The Multicultural...

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Native American panel discusses students’ experiences

Juliana Ludema
January 22, 2015

Native Americans don’t only live in the past or in teepees, said senior Chantelle Yazzie, contrary to how Hollywood may portray them. “We’re connected to other cultures,” she explained. “We have...

Khayree Williams is the associate dean for multicultural student development. Photo by John Muyskens.

New mentoring program created to support AHANA students

Julia McKee
January 15, 2015

The Multicultural Student Development Office (MSDO) created a new mentoring program for Asian, Hispanic/Latino, African and Native American (AHANA) students. The mentor and mentee program, otherwise known...

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MSDO moves forward with stabilized structure

Bethany Cok
December 4, 2014

After a year of transitions in the Multicultural and International Student Development Offices (MSDO), both offices are now fully staffed and better equipped to support the AHANA and international student...

Poetry Jam Sparks Calvin Creativity

Jenny Bullis
November 20, 2014

All the chairs and couches in the Fish House were turned towards the corner stage, where a smooth jazz band was playing. It was a time for Calvin students, along with two professional headliners, to go...

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External reviewers evaluate Calvin’s commitment to diversity and inclusion

Alden Hartopo
November 13, 2014

A new report issued by the Cultural Intelligence Center (CQC) found that, while Calvin has “some level of commitment to diversity and inclusion, the college doesn’t consistently put that commitment...

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New intercultural lounge provides safe space for students

Bethany Cok
October 27, 2014

This past year has seen renovations across campus, including remodeling in Johnny’s and the Spoelhof Fieldhouse as well as the creation of a new intercultural lounge for students. This lounge, located...

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Expressions: Poetry Jam showcases student talent

Kellee Dragt
March 12, 2014

On March 8, NiteLife collaborated with the Multicultural Student Development Office and the Student Activities Office to bring a poetry jam to Calvin. The event was held Saturday at 8 p.m. in the chapel. Ten...

Number of international students jumps again in 2013

Angline Jeronica Andrews
September 26, 2013

A quick search of students' last names reveals that “Kim” — a common Korean surname — is now the most common last name at Calvin, topping popular Dutch last names such as DeVries and DeYoung, a...

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