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: September 15, 2000
Calvin College
Calvin changes alcohol policy by Nathan VanderKlippe
CVN woes continue with broken equipment, little support by Beth Heinen
Human egg donation: an ethical debate by Erin Miller
Pauley wins national award by Nathan Bierma
Broene Center receives new director by Beth Heinen
FTC criticizes makers of violent entertainment by Kristin Werkhoven
Women's soccer struggling to find identity by Nathan VanderKlippe
Professors bring international styles to Calvin by Sarah VanKuiken
Zap Mama brings world beat to Calvin by Tim Thompson
The queen is gone: Waffle Bar loses its magic by Jake VanderPlas
New student groups form across campus by Beth Heinen
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Chimes: September 8, 2000
Calvin College
VP resigns after three years at Calvin by Nathan VanderKlippe
Faculty considers new core curriculum by Christian Bell
National Science Foundation Grant to fund creation of supercomputer by Christian Bell
Student religious backgrounds changing by Erin Miller
Calvin parties year-round for 125th by Nathan Bierma
Calvin receives grant, new biotechnology major by Beth Heinen
JTS price increase frustrates students by Jamie Steffes
Track and Field: A season to remember by Ryan DeVries
New faces, fresh ideas greet students by Sarah VanKuiken
Cathy Guiles puts herself in "Jeopardy!" by Cathy Guiles
Student Activities Board keeps Calvin entertained by Karen Maylone
Calvin gets U.S. News high rank by Beth Heinen
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Chimes: September 1, 2000
Calvin College
It started with just one student ... by Nathan Bierma
Online buying can save on books by Nathan VanderKlippe
Do you like to watch? by Mark Deroo
Hearing the music, seeing the bands by Mark Deroo
Room for everyone in clubs by Nathan VanderKlippe
What's to love? by Mariann Olson
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Chimes: May 5, 2000
Calvin College
Professor gets sucked into cesspool by Innocent Bystander
Internet proxy protects students from damnation and education by Groote Broer
HHELL added to student garb by Aberfrombie and Finch
BODT raises tuition again by Milk Kuyers
Study finds sexual repression at all-time high by Body Image, Inc.
Clone returns to roots, rethinks its policy on women by Jane Doe
Epidemic of fear, confusion rages through Clone by Worldly-Wise Willy
Winkle wins title single-handedly by Rico Sauve
BIO strikes values, joins media 'skin-is-in' frenzy by Hollie VanderDutch
Airband: Boos and boohoos of epic proportions by Goody Cruzer
Cirqué de Elephant puts Clone on the global map by Dumbo
Guy Biker spends $50,000 on technological 'eyesore' by Gregory Elkema
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Chimes: April 28, 2000
Calvin College
Freshman Prelude might be included in new core by Nathan VanderKlippe
Comedy of Costumes: 'The Comedy of Errors' brings comedy and antic to Calvin stage by Lise Evans
Vernal pond habitats feel effect of construction by Melissa Slager
Telecom looks to improve long distance rates in fall by Christian Bell
'Girlie Show' bursts Calvin bubble by Natasja VanderBerg
Faculty to see core in fall by Nathan VanderKlippe
Participation needed in order for rugby team to flourish by David Baxter
Track continues winning with best times in nation by Leslie Pratt
Earth Week reminiscent of first Calvin celebration by Elizabeth Katt
Calvin oversteps bounds on ticketing by David Malone
Nike thinks, therefore I am: Consumerism pervades U.S. society by Jeremy DeRoo
Calvin to host 10th annual Special Olympic games by Melissa Kruse
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Chimes: April 14, 2000
Calvin College
Plug pulled on laptops by Nathan VanderKlippe
Communication key for new exec team by Carolyn Davids
Neighborhood parking banned with new policy by Carolyn Davids
Forum stresses unity, celebrates diversity within the Church by Hillary Whitcomb
Party conventions translate into credit hours this summer by Nathan VanderKlippe
All in the genes? Implications of human genome mapping are widespread as completion draws ever closer by Melissa Slager
Week-long celebration planned for Earth Day by Melissa Kruse
BFA II is minimal but substantial by Matt Poole
Track generates wins and positive atmosphere by Leslie Pratt
Kuiper faculty seminar series receives $777,000 grant by Christian Bell
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Chimes: April 7, 2000
Calvin College
Calvin gives nod to Internet-only courses by Nathan VanderKlippe
Steak knife incident gets prof busted by GRPD by Nathan VanderKlippe
Calvin ranks high in study abroad programs by Beth Heinen
Aged weight room equipment replaced through YMCA by Christian Bell
McGregor Fellowships awarded to students for summer 2000 by Marilee Groenendyk
Lecturer explains RCA 'Arabian Mission' by Perry Trolard
Experience paying off for veteran baseball squad by Leslie Pratt
Despite slow start, softball is optimistic about future by Keith Rodenhuis
Successful Web registration elicits positive response by Carolyn Davids
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Chimes: March 31, 2000
Calvin College
Knights Win it All by Nathan Bierma
Festival takes over campus by Beth Heinen
BFA majors present artful finales by Matt Poole
Community gathers at Calvin for Summit on Racism by Tim Thompson
Engineering candidates seminars: out of this world by Nathan VanderKlippe
Paul Schrader returns to Calvin for Festival of Faith and Writing by Evan Koons
Calvin Web team covers big game by Melissa Kruse
Calvin Band tours Midwest with song and service by Christian Bell
Student Senate struggles to find new executive team by Natasja VanderBerg
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Chimes: March 17, 2000
Calvin College
New course focuses on information technology by Melissa Slager
Final Four! by Nate Fales
Senate organizes fundraiser for Kosovo hospital by Carolyn Davids
Calvin aims for Senate debate in fall after August primary by Nathan VanderKlippe
Beaugard brings new tricks to ancient performing art by Nathan VanderKlippe
Double overtime loss ends season in Sweet 16 by Nathan Bierma
A civic duty, a humiliating chore by Nathan Bierma
Science Building renovations falling behind schedule by Marilee Groenendyk
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Chimes: March 10, 2000
Calvin College
Men advance to NCAA tourney by Nate Fales
Calvin to require health coverage, Canadians to bear brunt of policy by Nathan VanderKlippe
Social Justice hosts Bread for the World 2000 conference by Klaas Hoekema
P2P receives more funds to expand by Beth Heinen
History students interview local Vietnam veterans by Carolyn Davids
Council focuses on the history of local women by Natasja VanderBerg
Women's b-ball shocks No. 7 Capital, advances to Sweet 16 by Nate Fales
Spring 2000 enrollment down by Carolyn Davids
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Chimes: March 3, 2000
Calvin College
Senate sides with ACLU by Nathan VanderKlippe
Audit aids Calvin in goal of improved accessibility by Melissa Slager
CSOs apprehend two subjects for trespassing by Melissa Slager
Lack of media head applicants concerns Student Life by Christian Bell
Calvin unveils new Web registration program by Nathan VanderKlippe
Vande Streek, seniors to Big Dance for first time by Nate Fales
Women avoid upset, cut down the nets by Keith Rodenhuis
CAAC acts for students with disabilities by Melissa Kruse
Codes require Calvin to meet needs by Nathan VanderKlippe
'Christian community' as a vision of residence life at Calvin by Mike Buma
Library implements new food and drink policy by Carolyn Davids
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Chimes: February 25, 2000
Calvin College
Tuition nears $19K by Nathan VanderKlippe
McCain wins Michigan, ensures long race by Melissa Slager
Racism summit faces past, forges future by Hillary Whitcomb
Crump gets reappointment despite controversial comments by Natasja VanderBerg
Students work as interns for McCain 2000, French embassy by Carolyn Davids
Professors form care group by Natasja VanderBerg
Project Neigborhood expands to second house by Barbara Pezet
Author Anne Lamott brings Christian voice to bestseller lists by Philip Christman
Men's b-ball ties MIAA record by Leslie Pratt
Students Senate looks to eliminate appeals with budgeting changes by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: February 18, 2000
Calvin College
Forum tape made without participants' knowledge by Natasja VanderBerg
Calvin proposes requiring students to have PCs by Nathan VanderKlippe
Friel's 'Translations' reclaims Irish identity through language by Amy Packwood
MSU and Calvin split on WMRL by Beth Heinen
Library pilots new wireless technology on fifth floor by Carolyn Davids
First Annual Student Video Contest to recognize lesser-known media art by Erin Miller
Frosh swimmers propel team to uncharted waters by Erica Smith
Calvin students shouldn't be tattle-tales by Brian Bork
Schultze named 'Exemplary Teacher' by Board of Trustees by Nathan Bierma
Seniors vote on gift, improvements to Ecosystem Preserve win out by Marilee Groenendyk
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Chimes: February 11, 2000
Calvin College
What a game! Knights win in OT over rival Hope after Winkle's sweet shot by Keith Rodenhuis
Airband winners booed by Chris Cooke
Student Senate members frustrated and plan to restructure organization by Carolyn Davids
Byker spends two weeks on tour in the Middle East by Nathan VanderKlippe
Homecoming game capped by dunks by Leslie Pratt
Alumnae art exhibit asks ineffable by Jane C. Knol
Students hesitate to discuss faith science conflicts by Melissa Slager
A shared heritage: Jelks delves into black American history by Hillary Whitcomb
Miscarriage of justice: Is Calvin somewhat like a police state? by Mike Buma
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Chimes: February 4, 2000
Calvin College
Find fame, fortune on 'Broadway' by Nathan VanderKlippe
Dorm drug busts result in suspensions investigations by Nathan VanderKlippe
'Left is right' by Carolyn Davids
Festival on Writing booked solid by Beth Heinen
Prism is back again for 2000 by Natasja VanderBerg
Men's b-ball extends streak by Leslie Pratt
Women's b-ball team takes off in second half by Keith Rodenhuis
Balance of faith and science found at Calvin by Nathan Swanson
Freshman senators set late-night snack proposal on the table by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: January 21, 2000
Calvin College
Max credit hours drop, per-hour rate reduced by Nathan VanderKlippe
Nail-bitin' win by Keith Rodenhuis
Online vendors compete for textbook market by Nathan VanderKlippe
Online testing paving the way for spring registration by Marilee Groenendyk
Faith and science questions dissected in Jan. Series by Erin Miller
Men's hoops come from behind to win at Hope by Leslie Pratt
Calvin doesn't integrate students' faith and science by Nathan K. Lujan
Students confront racism by 'Keeping the Dream Alive' by Elias Ortega and Tim Thompson
Calvin loses a friendly servant by Carolyn Davids
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Chimes: January 14, 2000
Calvin College
GOP hopefuls grapple with issues by Nathan VanderKlippe and Keith Rodenhuis
Deford warns of evils in sports by Nathan Bierma
Students attract media spotlight by Natasja VanderBerg
Calvin gallery shows unconventional Christian art by Matt Poole
Inner-city preacher challenges J-Series attenders by Hillary Whitcomb
Swim team gears up for upcoming meets by Erica Smith
The great anti-intellectual circus comes to town by David Baxter
Some dorms kill 'Assassins' because of school violence concerns by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: December 3, 1999
Calvin College
Women repeat as national champs by Nate Fales
Students join funeral procession at SOA by Klaas Hoekema
Faculty requirements discussed by Natasja VanderBerg
Calvin looks to replace three departing administrators by Marilee Groendyk
Biology professor fights for accessibility to DeVries Hall by Nathan VanderKlippe
Men's basketball wins Old Kent Classic, Winkle named tournament MVP by Leslie Pratt
Cinderella season comes to a close for men's cross country by Keith Rodenhuis
Fledgling astronomy program gets boost with 2 grants by Nathan Bierma
Y2K testing complete, emergency contingency plan created by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: November 19, 1999
Calvin College
Republican candidates come to Calvin by Nathan VanderKlippe
CVN hosts award-winning author by Melissa Kruse
E-mail stations: PCs boot out Unix by Amy McGary
Wolterstorff speaks on justice in education by Nathan VanderKlippe
Festival of Faith and Writing features world-class lineup again by Beth Heinen
The cycle of recycling on campus by Tim Thompson
City lets off-campus students recycle with ease by Melissa Slager
Environmental issues elicit mixed responses by Melissa Kruse
Mens club volleyball wins home opener convincingly by Nate Fales
Forum gets new 6:30 a.m. spot on Michigan PAXTV by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: November 12, 1999
Calvin College
Chimes digs grave, Fumblers jump in by The Chimes Staff
CTC's 'Sonata' teases brain by Amy Packwood
Survey highlights ups and downs in lives and work of Calvin faculty by Nathan VanderKlippe
Questionnaire brings to light faculty gender issues by Nathan VanderKlippe
Pressing toward tenure means stress for profs by Nathan VanderKlippe
Students create projects for the real world by Kristin Pederson
Women's volleyball heads back to the big dance by Keith Rodenhuis
Nine faith communities come together at Calvin by Tim Thompson
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Chimes: November 5, 1999
Calvin College
Young team goes far by Leslie Pratt
Engineering goes global with new equipment by Beth Heinen
Calvin spends $50,000 on 'eyesore' by Nathan VanderKlippe
Calvin takes 'fresh look at racism' by Beth Heinen
Johnny's welcomes Sunday studiers with open doors by Hillary Whitcomb
Calvin crew has no boats to row ashore ... yet by Melissa Kruse
Men's and women's cross country decade of dominance continues by Nate Fales
Calvin gets high marks for character by Marilee Groenendyk
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Chimes: October 29, 1999
Calvin College
Runners go the distance for fund by Natasja VanderBerg
Complaint addressed, work resumes on ponds by Nathan VanderKlippe
Midnight Madness hits Calvin basketball by Keith Rodenhuis
DeVos emphasizes need for principles in business by Nathan VanderKlippe
Biotechnology major added by Melissa Slager
Mosaic hosts events focused on diversity by Dave Dykhouse and Eric Flores
Smoking policy update from the Student Life Office by John Britton
New organization to look at issue of Body Image by Melissa Slager
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Chimes: October 22, 1999
Calvin College
Bomb threats at Kenyan university by Nathan VanderKlippe
Freshmen, sophomores to register at 7:00 a.m.
Homosexuality: Campolos discourse on their disagreement by Nathan VanderKlippe
'Siblings' have fun, grow by Melissa Kruse
Something 'Fishy' with debit cards? by Britta E. Magnuson
Calvin fans: Where are they? by Keith Rodenhuis
JV volleyball makes winning a habit by Keith Rodenhuis
Animal research can be used in service to God by Hessel Bouma III, Ph.D.
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Chimes: October 15, 1999
Calvin College
Curtain Call: CTC member earns regional recognition by Beth Heinen
The Cheese stands alone: Practical jokers get their due with the annual Moses Award by Beth Heinen
Regional Lab remains closed until guidelines met by Nathan VanderKlippe
Marriage of golf, Frisbee coming soon to campus by Hillary Whitcomb
Gas leak forces evacuation of science buildings by Nathan VanderKlippe
Calvin students perform, jam at UICA by Joe Lapp
Women's golf swings and misses but at least they have fun trying by Leslie Pratt
New semester program sets students free in D.C. by Nathan VanderKlippe
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Chimes: October 8, 1999
Calvin College
China 'gets it done' for 50th by Sebastian Naslund
'Let's talk about sex' by Melissa Slager
Calvin students' gallery is Dynamite by Matt Poole
City-wide food drive by Nathan VanderKlippe
Men's golf gets rare home win by Leslie Pratt
Women's volleyball upsets No. 4 in nation by Keith Rodenhuis
Does Calvin have a sex obsession? by Erica Smith
Michigan legislators speak on faith and politics by Beth Heinen