Skip to Main Content
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

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

Projected 20-year plan imagines what the new renovation could look like. Photo courtesy Calvin College.

Students share views on planned Calvin renovations

Joshua Polanski
April 7, 2017

Calvin is currently in the process of implementing its “master plan.” The master plan appears in a booklet by the Campus Master Plan Steering Committee that presents Calvin College’s renovation plans...

Eight local parks re-open after renovations

Sophie VanSickle
September 24, 2015

This summer, Grand Rapids re-opened many of its parks with the intention of enhancing the recreational opportunities that the city provides. In 2013, Grand Rapids voters approved a seven-year parks measure...

Photo courtesy calvin.edu

Major renovation to Commons Dining Hall postponed to following summer

Alden Hartopo
May 14, 2015

A decision to renovate Commons dining hall has been postponed until next summer, pending a lack of specifications in the proposed project. Discussion for renovating the dining hall began in February...

file photo

Community development organization launches home renovations

Grace Ruiter
April 3, 2014

LINC, a Grand Rapids-area nonprofit focused on community development, recently embarked on a $10.5 million dollar renovation of 20 homes and a four-story building in the Madison Square neighborhood of...

photo by Michael Hsu

Johnny’s renovations to include additional seating, improved atmosphere

Carolyn Muyskens
March 5, 2014

Student senate voted last Tuesday in favor of renovating the hallway behind Johnny’s with the addition of a bar-style seating area. “The biggest student need is seating,” said junior Ashley Moore,...

Load More Stories