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...

Suicide rates high among South Korean elderly

Julia Gho
April 5, 2013

In South Korea, the traditional concept of filial duty has begun to fade. Many families feel less inclined to take care of their elders, especially when facing a lot of financial pressure themselves. According...

Korean churches struggle toward ecumenism

Casey Carbone
April 5, 2013

The 10th Assembly of the World Council of Churches (WCC) is planning to meet in Busan, South Korea during the fall of 2013. Comprising of mostly mainstream Christian denominations from around the world,...