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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

Opinion: Please vote!

Opinion: Please vote!

Nathan Slauer
November 13, 2014

College-aged students do not turn out to vote. Back in 2010, a mere 21 percent of people our age (18-24) voted. Even fewer showed up last week. We make up a sizeable 21 percent of the eligible voting population....

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Best student-friendly coffee houses in GR

Ericka Buitenhuis
October 30, 2014

The Sparrows Ericka Buitenhuis As customers slowly peruse the large selection of lidless jars covering the top of the counter, the barista at The Sparrows on Wealthy Street patiently waits for them...

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New dorm leadership position in trial period

Juliana Ludema
October 30, 2014

In an attempt to round out existing dorm leadership positions, residence life is instituting a new position -- Academic Help Ambassadors (AHAs) -- to help first-year students make connections to Student...

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Calvin denomination demographics shift away from CRC

Katelyn Bosch
October 20, 2014

The Day 10 report, which provides data on Calvin’s fall enrollment, revealed a shift in the denominational makeup of the school away from its Christian Reformed (CRC) roots. According to this...

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Calvin Introduces Office 365 Student Advantage Program

Hayley Cox
September 19, 2014

During the first Passport of the summer, Calvin Information Technology (CIT) announced their participation in Microsoft’s Office 365 Student Advantage program. “Last year we made the decision as a...

College students detached from politics

Peter Widitz
November 13, 2013

Last night I sat down on my couch and went channel surfing and found myself watching football. I gradually drifted off to sleep for a few minutes until I woke up and arose to do something else. If your...

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