Chimes is Calvin University’s official and only student newspaper. In print since 1907, the paper began as a literary magazine and transitioned into a weekly print newspaper in the 1940s. In 2014, Chimes went online and has since expanded its presence through multiple social media platforms and a podcast.
Throughout its history, Chimes has upheld a strong commitment to accurate and quality journalism that serves and informs the Calvin community.
Mission Statement (2022):
Chimes is the official student newspaper of Calvin University. We report the news and opinions of the Calvin community while fostering dialogue, promoting accountability, and providing practical learning experiences.
Chimes gives students the opportunity to learn journalistic excellence and to exercise journalistic freedom in a campus setting.
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Chimes: October 29, 2010
Calvin College
Former Calvin athlete represents Canada in India by Jon Behm
Chimes sweeps paper awards by Jay Danforth
Homecoming brings family and music to campus by Josh Delacy
Classes of Calvin alumni happily reunited after decades departed by Amanda Elliot
Poster fair showcases student research by Katie Faber
Swim and dive teams open season strong at home by Derek Neice
Hooker saves Knights by Jon Behm
Center Art Gallery a 'showpiece' for Calvin by Sama Vanderberg
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Chimes: October 22, 2010
Calvin College
Fort Hood trial commences; Hasan emotionless by David Joon Ryou
CFAC dedicated by Griffin Jackson
Environmental activism streams from Appalachia by Libby Stille
Football player killed, perhaps wrongfully, by police by Rachel Hekman
Two species wield powerful claws by Matthew Koh
Religion professors face controversial scrutiny by Joseph Matheson
'Wall Street 2' had potential to be better by Nick Keeley
Swimming and diving teams prepare for season by Luke Leisman
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Chimes: October 8, 2010
Calvin College
New material is strongest ever, wins Nobel Prize by Katie Faber
Don't steal "The Book Thief" by Libby Stille
Outreach touches lives by Aleesa Ribbens
Kagan makes her debut by Nate Slauer
IVF Pioneer wins Nobel by Joseph Matheson
Knights figth to draw with Alma, now 1-1-1 in MIAA by Derek Neice
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Chimes: October 1, 2010
Calvin College
ArtPrize brings crowds and culture to Grand Rapids by Amanda Elliott
Grab you camera on Oct. 6 by Amy Surbatovich
Academic freedom blurs by Griffin Jackson
Calvin students lace up for the cure by William Overbeeke
Space flights could be going commercial by Geneva Langeland
The Reasons perform strongly by Jackson Hall
Knights fall to rival Dutch, win streak ended by Derek Neice
Calvin facing substantial budget cuts by Griffin Jackson
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Chimes: September 24, 2010
Calvin College
Knights' record remains unblemished by Luke Leisman
Senate plans ahead by Griffin Jackson
Prestigious award won by Amanda Elliot
Go Bike comes to GR by Elizabeth Vander Heide
UN addresses poverty by Josh Delacy
Corn syrup may have a new name by Katie Faber
Colour Revolt delivers lively performance by Colleen Keehl
Knights dominant at invite by Mark Zylstra
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Chimes: September 17, 2010
Calvin College
Dorms clash on Chaos Day by Alice Keyes
Green program thrives, earn recognition by Elizabeth Stille
Students enjoy muddy mayhem by Griffin Jackson
Turkey moves toward democracy by Josh Delacy
Opportunity, adventure: find them here by Katie Hall
Calvin wins two, remains perfect by Luke Leisman
Golfers on par by Mark Zylstra
Well known artist to lecture at Calvin by Michelle Ratering
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Chimes: September 10, 2010
Calvin College
Calvin loses beloved professor by Griffin Jackson
SAO announces lineup by Colleen Keehl
FAC renovations hammer ahead, opens in October by Elizabeth Stille
Dining halls inch forward with trayless dining initiative by Jasmine Wilson
Study tips help students begin another year by Katie Faber
Knights climb to top of nation by Jon Behm
Dorm themes create vibrant Calvin spirit by John Kloosterman
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Chimes: September 3, 2010
Calvin College
Dorm Activities offer fun community by Michelle Ratering
Explore Grand Rapids by Stephen Mulder
Save money, save the environment - buy secondhand by Amy Surbatovich
Richard says hello by Richard Chimes
CADS (Calvin Acronym Definition Sheep) by Christy Admiraal
Professor awards creative pranks by John Kloosterman
Pull an exciting prank by Griffin Jackson
Fall sports preview: Just press 'repeat'
Thoughts from Behm's brain by Jon Behm
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Chimes: November 2, 2001
Calvin College
Campus Safety catches suspect in campus car robberies by Maisie Covert
Senate town hall draws small audience by Erin Miller
Pranksters deface "Names & Faces" by Christian Bell
Contractors cut vital cables to east campus by Matthew Houseman
Administrators clarify alcohol policy changes by Erin Miller
CRC enrollment falls below 50 percent by Joo Eun Kim
Calvin receives $400,000 grant by Becca Morrison
Winter weather brings off-campus parking woes by Elisabeth Bont
XC teams win MIAA, advance to regionals by Jamie Olthoff
ROTC program trains new officers in army ways, teaches leadership skills by Laura Hoksbergen
Knollcrest varies veggie fare, students sample new dishes by Erin Miller
America guilty of starting war of religion by Ben Hoff
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Chimes: October 26, 2001
Calvin College
Crime alert issued after exposure incident by Erin Miller
Calvin Health Care Services prepared for anything by Becca Morrison
Former Prof. Butler sentenced by Lisa Bont
Unknown pranksters remove Hiemenga's classroom doors by Erin Miller
Student leaders learn from organization advisors by Erin Miller
Abandoning ship is not an option: Students compete in the cardboard canoe race in the Sem pond by Brit Hutchison
New community formed in KE by Laura Hoksbergen
Is normalcy a virtue? The odd rhythms of post-Sept. 11 American culture by Nathan Bierma
Sophomore striker keys Knights' offense by Ross Weener
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Chimes: October 19, 2001
Calvin College
Travel advisories cause interim cancellations by Maria Mulder
Faculty, staff raise concerns about pay by Carolyn Davids
Calvin develops new five-year strategic plan by Becca Morrison
NCMSLC come to Calvin in November by Erin Miller
MSAB presents "White men: the new minority" by Andrew Chase-Ziolek
Calvin defeats Hope in five game battle by Andrea Schutter
Calvin teaches self-defense for students by Brit Hutchison
Selling Calvin: mottoes in the making by Stephen Schultze
Art department faces air quality problems by Josh Pater
Calvin Republicans raise funds for NY by Andrew Chase-Ziolek
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Chimes: October 12, 2001
Calvin College
Cars on campus become targets of crime by Maisie Covert and Christian Bell
Calvin student, roommate assaulted by Erin Miller
Calvin makes up its mind about new image by Beth Heinen
Faculty gathers for annual informational meeting by Carolyn Davids
World Food Day teleconference to be broadcasted on campus by Joo Eun Kim
Being cool: Seniors go back to school by Brit Hutchison
Est-ce que Sie können español? Spanish, French and German houses try to learn their respective languages by Laura Hoeksema
XC competes at Notre Dame by Jamie Olthoff
Patriotism is not just for crazies by Corwin D. Smidt
Students learn the dangers of off-campus programs by Elisabeth Bont
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Chimes: October 5, 2001
Calvin College
Maintenance crews recently trained in recycling by Beth Heinen
Seminary undergoes construction by Becca Morrison
Calvin Community Promotes Peace in a Vigil for Peace by Joo Eun Kim
'Shantytown' seeks to engage homelessness by Tim Thompson and Erin Sytsma
Calvin exhibits the work of its original architect by Simeon Sanchez
Former student dies of brain tumor by Erin Miller
Golf finishes seventh in the MIAA, strives to improve by Ross Weener
Working together: Calvin profs share jobs by Brit Hutchison
War, when just, can right a wrong by Brad Bulthuis
Calvin to host rare book exhibit in January by Erin Miller
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Chimes: September 28, 2001
Calvin College
Calvin evacuated after anonymous threat by Christian Bell
Suspect arrested in campus threat by Beth Heinen and Christian Bell
ESC transforms Calvin paper policy by Becca Morrison
Calvin develops own Nursing Program by Maisie Covert
Neal Plantinga assumes role of Seminary president by Joy Bouwman
Calvin community coping well with recent stress, reports Broene Center by Beth Heinen
Bush calls for shutdown of military bases by Jasmine Holmberg
Volleyball beats Kzoo, falls to Albion by Andrea Schutter
Cross country teams conquer MIAA by Jamie Olthoff
Terrorism examined: A look at terrorism and response worldwide by Erin Miller
Understanding and responding to jihad by Adel Abadeer, Ph.D
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Chimes: September 21, 2001
Calvin College
Conference brings top scholars to Calvin by Josh Pater
Building project pushes forward by Christian Bell
Lifehouse rocks Calvin by Jonathan Mensink
'Mourning After' remembers terrorism victims by Cathy Guiles
Proposed day care center seeks support on campus by Joo Eun Kim
'Safe at Home' author shares story with Calvin by Erin Miller
Contributions to disaster relief display heart of GR community by Kate Medema
Volleyball perfect in MIAA play by Andrea Schutter
Jacque Rhodes becomes new Calvin multicultural director by Jessica Hicks
Freedom cannot be traded for security by Corwin D. Smidt
Forum reflects on recent terrorist attacks by Josh Pater
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Chimes: September 14, 2001
Calvin College
Nation mourns the loss of many by Erin Miller
GR responds to crisis with prayer by Elisabeth Bont
Ten Calvin students become McGregor Fellows by Maria Mulder
Campus residents battle for dignity and title by Christian Bell and Jeffrey W. Jacobsen
Summer brings CIT changes by Christian Bell
Calvin student takes second in Reed's Lake Triathlon by Ryan Reed
Calvin joins in national mourning by Erin Miller and Laura Hoksbergen
The CBA - For What Does It Stand? by Tim Thompson
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Chimes: September 7, 2001
Calvin College
New chapels offer broader range of worship by Christian Bell
New student orgs extend student opportunities by Maisie Covert
Students show up early for annual booksale by Erin Miller
New smoking policy takes effects by Erin Miller
Banderas celebrates Hispanic Hertiage by Brit Hutchison
Box office institutes new ticket policy by Jeni Gort
Ranking scam: what U.S. News won't tell you by Josh Pater
Men's soccer crushes Trinity Trolls by Ross Weener
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Chimes: August 31, 2001
Calvin College
KnightVision improves online community by Christian Bell
Cheap fun in G.R. by Beth Heinen
Prelude offers extended curriculum for incoming students by Christian Bell
GR offers church goers various Sunday choices by Erin Miller
Celebration on the Grand not to be missed by Beth Heinen
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Chimes: May 4, 2001
Calvin College
Calvin students sexually assaulted on campus by Beth Heinen
Campus debates Rehnquist selection by Nathan VanderKlippe
ESC cycles to 'Critical Mass' by Nathan VanderKlippe
Ground broken across Beltline by Christian Bell
Hillegonds addresses 'Faith in Politics' by Carolyn Davids
Student shares faith through live art by Beth Heinen
DeJong case still not closed by Christian Bell
Track posts new records, National qualifying times by Jamie Olthoff
MSAB sets campus-wide anti-racism as long-term goal by Erin Miller
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Chimes: April 27, 2001
Calvin College
Rehnquist to speak at commencement by Christian Bell
Racial discord surfaces in Woodland rezoning struggle by Elisabeth Bont
Calster gives easy access to MP3s by Christian Bell
Frank Roberts retires after 32 years by Nathan VanderKlippe
Food Services gets clean bill of health by Nathan VanderKlippe
Orchestra director resigns by Beth Heinen
Beach party to feature dancing, charity by Mike Buma
Daystar and Calvin seal deal to facilitate student exchange between Nairobi and Grand Rapids by Nathan VanderKlippe
Students protest FTAA by Jordan Hoogendam
Good Friday should be for Mass not Class by Hannah Timmermans
Freshman finishes strong in Boston Marathon by Ross Weener
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Chimes: April 20, 2001
Calvin College
Students chain buildings in protest by Nathan VanderKlippe
CVN films new movie by Nathan VanderKlippe
'12th Night': beauty in the details by Lise Evans
Calvin hosts religion speakers by Josh Pater
Softball drops double-header to Adrian by Kylene Compaan
Inner workings of the Finance Committee by Erin Miller
Endowed chairs help profs by Sarah VanKuiken
Are Americans capable of loving their neighbors? by Jeremy Deroo
New Senate executive team shares visions by Carolyn Davids
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Chimes: April 13, 2001
Calvin College
Calvin severs ties with ServiceMaster by Nathan VanderKlippe
ESC petitions administration by Nathan VanderKlippe
Writing festival lineup announced for 2002 by Beth Heinen
Pitching staff spells wins for Calvin baseball by Nathan Plasman
Donors finance student scholarships by Sarah VanKuiken
Shock fashion is the devil's own immortal spawn by Jamey Espinoza
When discernment isn't enough: the necessity of separation by Philip Christman
Feminism is a Christian responsibility by Chandra Pasma
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Chimes: April 6, 2001
Calvin College
Small ribbons work toward larger change by Carolyn Davids
Gender climate study approved by Nathan VanderKlippe
Calvin changes parking policy to suit construction demands by Beth Heinen
Tony Campolo speaks for spiritual renewal by Cathy Guiles
Men's, women's swimming finish top-20 at Nationals by Nathan Plasman and Jamie Olthoff
Orchestra invades the Midwest by Cathy Guiles
Camel through a needle revisited by Mike Buma and Brian Bork
Student Senate undergoes structural changes by Beth Heinen
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Chimes: March 9, 2001
Calvin College
Apartments drop debit plan, cut open house by Nathan VanderKlippe
Knights fall to ONU by Kylene Compaan
Professor arrested during drug sweep by Beth Heinen
Ford Foundation grant aids Pathways program by Jeff DeKock
Calvin celebrates 125th by Daniel Palmer
Herstory month kicks off by Erin Miller
Textbook tax may be history by Steve Bossi
Nothing but the truth about nil nisi verum by Nathan VanderKlippe
Real Christianity: The abdication of "I" by Alan Waddilove
Calvin sends 10 swimmers to NCAA Nationals by Dan Hekman
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Chimes: March 2, 2001
Calvin College
Calvin drops ban, reconsiders smoking proposal by Nathan VanderKlippe
Asian studies minor approved by Jeff DeKock
Toxin approved for cleaning Reeds Lake by Elisabeth Bont
Pannenberg coming to Calvin by Christian Bell
Upset-minded Calvin women fall to Hope in OT by Ross Weener
Rangeela takes audience on a trip around the world by Erin Miller
Getting out, giving back by Sarah VanKuiken
New tuition shows gap in college's communication by Christian Bell
Men's basketball captures second consecutive MIAA crown by Kylene Compaan