This section provides access to various works of student scholarship and student publications from Calvin Theological Seminary and Calvin University. These range from papers submitted for competitions, poster presentations, undergraduate research, and a capstone or culminating work for a seminary or university degree. The views and opinions expressed in these works are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Calvin University, Calvin Theological Seminary, or its funders.

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Works from 2024

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Chimes: January 29, 2024, Calvin University

Invigorated by last year's momentum, Rangeela continues to grow by Maya Oeverman

Men's volleyball team kicks off their first season by Dillion Baumchen

Math Circle introduces local middle schoolers to mathematical thinking skills by Ethan Meyers

A rivalry for the common good: Calvin's SLC wraps up blood drive against Hope by Ewan Parker

Josh Steinberg wins gold with Team USA in Argentina by Lauren Nyong

A different kind of changing season: A conversation about the liturgical calendar by Nolan Cowan

Creating a tradition: The history of Calvin's January Series by Savannah Shustack

Sarah J. Maas's success comes at the expense of young readers by Maya Oeverman

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Chimes: January 22, 2024, Calvin University

Calvin's theater minor returns by Ashley Hamons

Calvin's Service Learning Center provides spring break opportunities to work in disaster relied by Ethan Meyers

Student Senate survey reveals areas of focus for Student Senate projects by Savannah Shustack

The Rivalry: Calvin takes down Hope by Lauren Nyong

Calvin Knights men's basketball receives highest ranking in 19 season by Dillion Baymchen

Switching paths post-grad: Calvin introduces Master of Arts in Teaching program by Savannah Shustack

Moodle's redesign is much-needed and long-deserved by Jacob Westra

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Works from 2023

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Chimes: December 4, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin building projects abound: where's the money coming from? by Savannah Shustack & Grace Buller

Campus leadership works to implement safety measures by Ashley Hamons

Fall sports wrap up as winter sports hit the ground running by Dillion Baumchen

KIM gives students real-world experience in investment management by Ethan Meyers

Calvin enters partnership to encourage civic engagement among students by Savannah Shustack

Calvin Alumni gives an on-campus talk about his experience at an aerospace startup by Jacob Westra

When cherished beliefs are challenged: Calvin students wrestle with hard questions by Nolan Cowan & Ethan Meyers

Q&A with Calvin's Career Center by Liana Hirner

Keep Christmas music special and save it for the holiday season by Liana Hir...

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Chimes: November 13, 2023, Calvin University

Faculty and students say dialogue, educaton about Israel-Hamas war necessary by Ethan Meyers & Savannah Shustack

Beyond the talking stage: Governance review begins implementation by Grace Buller & Ethan Meyers

Calvin posts positive student engagement survey results by Savannah Shustack

Calvin grad and professor publish study on re-entry services in West Michigan by Grace Buller

Calvin's DI and DIII hockey teams: What's the difference? by Dillion Baumchen Grace Buller

Founder of Calvin's chemical engineering concentration reflects on the program's beginnings by Jacob Westra

The Knightly: Interview with Pastor Mary by Lauren Nyong

I'm grateful for press freedom at Calvin by Ethan Meyers

Betsy DeVos has done more harm than good to America's public education...

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Chimes: November 6, 2023, Calvin University

Campus construction steadily progresses by Savannah Shustack

Women's cross-country team named MIAA conference co-champions by Dillion Baumchen

Student researchers present at regional conference by Gabriel Choi & Savannah Shustack

"God the Father is not male": A Q&A with Rev. Dr. Amy Peeler by Ethan Meyers

Sextortion: A problem on college campuses by Savannah Shustack

Plaster Creek Stewards seek to heal both ecological and human relationships by Jacob Westra

Isolating meat consumption from production prevents us from a deep understanding of our food by Savannah Shustack

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Chimes: October 30, 2023, Calvin University

"At the threhold of exciting things": Calvin's mjusic department anticipating new hires, tours by Ethan Meyers

New documentary- filmed by Calvin alum- highlights stories of CPI students by Savannah Shustack

SPEAC, a new grant-funded program, educates about sexual violence on college campuses by Savannah Shustack

Calvin's men's and women's basketball seasons are underway by Dillion Baumchen

Missionary and third culture kids speak on the in-between experience by Grace Buller

Halloween traditions through the years by Maya Oeverman

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Chimes: October 23, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin approves purchase of new equipment for film and media department by Savannah Shustack

Students and faculty navigate new schedule after transition to four-two credit system by Ethan Meyers

CCW hosts panel on adoption, starts new adoptee support program by Ashley Hamons

Geo department leads coastal cleanup by Maya Oeverman

Muslim students, few in number, engage questions about Islam and Christianity by Nolan Cowan

Disability support workers are not inherently more virtuous than other workers by Grace Buller

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Chimes: October 2, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin sports medicine staff increase as athletic programs expand by Dillion Baumchen

What to know about COVID on campus this fall by Grace Buller

Gentex expands to Grand Rapids area in hopes of attracting local talent by Jacob Westra

WGA strike comes to an end by Maya Oeverman

Knights Cheer prepares for their inaugural season by Grace Buller

Non-CRC professors find a place at Calvin by Nolan Cowan

Sunscreen dispensers to be placed on campus as part of a public health initiative by Gabriel Choi

Project Neighborhood invests in this year's small cohort while planning for the future by Ethan Meyers & Savannah Shustack

"Bottoms" (2023): Come for the queer representation, stay for the satire by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: October 9, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin Knights post strong h9omecoming performances by Dillion Baumchen

Chapel attendance generally remains consistent, doubles for Thursday service by Nolan Cowan

Calvin's Spanish dual enrollment program expands and evolves by Ethan Meyers

Creation Care Summit held on Calvin's campus by Grace Buller

Abstraction to host coding competition on Nov. 4 by Jacob Westra

Calvin's international orientation equips students for life in the US by Savannah Shustack

From Calvin College to Los Angeles: A Q&A with Calvin alum Glenn Bulthuis about his musical career by Gabriel Choi

Being at Calvin has helped me understand and accept my disability by Ethan Meyers

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Chimes: September 25, 2023, Calvin University

Life and Career Studies program transitions to Calvin's department of education by Ethan Meyers

Calvin men's and women's soccer teams start strong in out of conference play by Dillion Baumchen

Calvin professor and students attend archaeology conference in Saudi Arabia by Gabriel Choi

ChatGPT: How nearly a year of public availability has changed the academic landscape by Jacob Westra

A never-ending CALLing by Savannah Shustack

Letter from Handlon Campus: Reflecting on convocation Fall 2023 by Robert Edward Hine

Olivia Rodrigo spills her "GUTS" in sophomore album by Lauren Nyong

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Chimes: September 18, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin's total student body grows for the first time in a decade by Savannah Shustack

Compass College closing sends many new students to Calvin by Maya Oeverman & Savannah Shustack

Tech Week Grand Rapids offers unique experience for STEM students by Jacob Westra

Scooters offer transportation, but parking issues have caused challenges during rollout by Grace Buller

New sports facilities provide new opportunities for student athletes by Dillion Baumchen

Calvin students can now keep waste out of the landfill by Ethan Meyers

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Chimes: September 11, 2023, Calvin University

Synod deferred ruling on the gravamen process for Calvin faculty by Grace Buller

Lighting issue closes Gezon Auditorium by Maya Oeverman

Calvin Women's Volleyball sets themselves up for a strong season by Dillion Baumchen

SAO leans into tradition with "robust" concert series by Ashley Hamons

Calvin's Outdoor Recreation programs intend to build skills and community by Ethan Meyers

Global Campus expands access to higher education for residents in Calvin's front yard by Savannah Shustack

Didn't get to see all of the tables at Cokes and Clubs? Get to know some of Calvin's newly chartered clubs! by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: September 5, 2023, Calvin University

"There's a hopefulness in building": Enrollment and morale increases at Calvin despite lingering questions by Savannah Shustack & Maya Oeverman

New options for students as Calvin admin renews ties with South Korean colleges by Ethan Meyers

Dining services working towards a change by Ashley Hamons

Calvin football's recruitment process succeeds by Dillion Baumchen

Alternative study spaces by Lauren Nyong

School of Health continues to establish a presence on campus by Jacob Westra

Library renovations will integrate academic and community resources by Savannah Shustack

For healthy growth, change must come hand-in-hand with stability by Savannah Shustack

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Chimes: April 17, 2023, Calvin University

A year in review by Savannah Shustack

What's in a name? by Grace Buller

Documentary in honor of Michelle Loyd-Paige to premiere this month by Ashley Hamons

Administrators seek to send message of consistency, clarity to CRC as Synod approaches by Abigail Ham & Katie Rosendale

New films produced by students to premiere at Media Showcase by Maya Oeverman

Calvin football plans remain in flux due to unexpected challenges by Lauren Nyong

Engineering department to roll out two new concentrations starting fall 2024 by David Ogboro

A collision of faith, history and education: Calvin connections and the CRC in Rehoboth, NM by Adelaide Mei

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Gregory of Nyssa and Apocatastasis, Weston Fields, Calvin University

Religion 243: Ancient and Medieval Christian Theology

Thesis: Gregory of Nyssa's arguments in favor of apocatastasis are very compelling.

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Chimes: April 1, 2023 (April Fools' Edition), Calvin University

Inspired by success of tuition freeze, president freezes everyone's lunch by Crabby Green Eggs

English profs must become football coaches or go by Catty Roozendahl

Entire finance office fired; no cause for alarm, admin say by Flabby Chicken

New cohorts added to help recruit students who aren't particularly special by Crabby Turkey

Admissions Strategy embraces record-breaking year of rings-by-spring by Havana Guerrero

Dining Services to switch breakfast back to Knollcrest... sometimes by A Yam

Football program brings diversity of "size and shape" to campus by Lawrence Old

'Merica act announces debut Rangeela performance by Paul Revere

Manna-only dining halls for season of Lent by Lemonade June

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Chimes: March 27, 2023, Calvin University

Students, advisors navigate credit transition by Abigail Ham

Club sports shift to Athletics division to access resources as part of Strategic Plan by Lauren Nyong

Details of plan murky as excitement for football builds by Abigail Ham

Students learn and work with Clean Water Institute in New Mexico and Honduras by Ashley Hamons & David Ogboro

Arts Collective and Student Senate collaborate on Johnny's Cave update by Grave Buller

What draws non-CRC students- an ever growing proportion- to Calvin? by Gabriel Choi

"Lots of screaming, lots of excitement": Calvin students attend, anticipate Taylor Swift's Eras Tour by Katie Rosendale

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Chimes: March 20, 2023, Calvin University

Recent grad hired to study and promote disability inclusion on campus by Maya Oeverman

Calvin grads create platform to support III athletics by Lauren Nyong

Could an Asbury-like revival happen at Calvin? by Savannah Shustack & Adelaide Mei

Decided: How undecided students choose their majors by Lainey Moore

Student workers balance work and play by Ashley Hamons

Celebrating women of STEM by David Ogboro

"Sibling Institutions": Understanding the relationship between Calvin University and Calvin by Grace Buller

CPI offers affirmation of humanity in the midst of serious obstacles by Robert Hines

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Chimes: March 13, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin's efforts to brand well up against negative internet culture by Grace Buller & Abigail Ham

Winter sports finish strong by Lauren Nyong

"Cherishing this long-term relationship": Faculty exchange links Calvin with Karoli Gaspar University by Savannah Shustack

Post-pandemic, students are less interested in new events, more interested in casual hangouts by Maya Oeverman

Calvin Prayer Partners connects students to senior community by Gabriel Choi

Calvin experts weigh in on psychedelic drugs as mental health treatment by David Ogboro

More than Wiebe's wife: Joanna Boer brings passion, experience to Calvin as presidential spouse by Katie Rosendale

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Chimes: February 20, 2023, Calvin University

Rangeela returns by Savannah Shustack

Calvin community responds to shooting at Michigan State University by Abigail Ham

As AI takes its next big step, schools ponder how to respond by David Ogboro

Communication issues and lack of clarity have faculty questioning leadership team's role by Grace Buller

Former Dance Guild choreographers spearhead new Calvin Knights Cheer Program by Lauren Nyong

What goes up(stream) must come down(stream) by Lainey Moore

From "Institutes" to Confessions: anonymous confessions at Calvin by Katie Rosendale

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Chimes: February 13, 2023, Calvin University

Student Senate survey highlights points of difference and consensus by Abigail Ham

University adopts statement on role for interfaith dialogue by Gabriel Choi

Weekday breakfast to move back to Commons by Emily Thomas

Getting through SAD season by Lainey Moore

Just like any other sport, but virtual: Calvin Esports is now a club sport by Katie Rosendale

2022's extreme weather hit close to home for some Calvin students by David Ogboro

The challenge of being a two-sport athlete by Lauren Nyong

Facing the narrative gap: a conversation with Lisa Sharon Harper by Abigail Ham

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Chimes: February 6, 2023, Calvin University

Tuition won't go up in 2023 by Hadassa Ribeiro

Calvin winter sports claim national ranking spots by Lauren Nyong

Worship Symposium back in person after two years online by Gabriel Choi

How to actually have sweet dreams in college by Maya Oeverman

Governance review is more important than it sounds by Grace Buller

Simulation actors help nursing students prep for clinicals by Lainey Moore

Calvin seminar spreads awareness of tobacco industry strategies by David Ogboro

"A crazy, fun, only-in-college tradition": Cold Knight Plunge turns 25 by Katie Rosendale

Stop buying books; use Hekman instead by Abigail Ham

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Chimes: January 30, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin senior and professor awarded Hatfield Prize by Maya Oeverman

Halal food gives students more options in the dining halls by Lainey Moore

Peet's and Johnny's go cashless by Emily Thomas

"Right now is the perfect time": navigating the job search by Grace Buller

New community-focused cohort to launch in fall by Katie Rosendale

Engineering "Survivor" event lets engineering students unwind and build community by David Ogboro

A sport "by women, for women": Calvin Acrobatics and Tumbling prepares for launch by Lauren Nyong

Continuing the legacy of the January Series: Michael Wildschut's first Series as director by Adelaide Mei

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Chimes: January 23, 2023, Calvin University

Calvin grad helps organize global protest for women in Afghanistan by Maya Oeverman

Core 100 is here to stay and here to change by Lainey Moore

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month by Savannah Shustack

Service-Learning Center moves into time of transition by Grace Buller

School of Health sets goals for 2023 by David Ogboro

Calvin Athletics introduces football Head Coach Trent Figg by Lauren Nyong

SPAUD department to join other health programs in North Hall by Emily Thomas

Getting off the gerbil wheel: Keeping the Sabbath Holy by Katie Rosendale

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Chimes: January 16, 2023, Calvin University

New Men's Volleyball program hires coach by Lauren Nyong

Calvin students in Peru faced uncertainty during protests by Katie Rosendale

University parts ways with Chief Financial Officer by Abigail Ham

What to know about the Hope College data breach by Grace Buller

A question of belief: Administrators say staff faith requirement is clear, others disagree by Abigail Ham

New cohort aims to strengthen Calvin's core commitment to sustainability by David Ogboro

New grant supports Calvin student participation in missions conference by Gabriel Choi

Calvin measures sustainability: Here's how by Maya Oeverman

The Chicago Semester: Learning by being and doing by Lainey Moore

"Just don't stop there": Rethinking New Year's resolutions by Kipp De Ma...

Works from 2022

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Chimes: December 5, 2022, Calvin University

Solar project moving towards 2023 installation by David Ogboro

SPAUD program expanding to meet demand by Grace Buller

Calvin connections win major elections by Katie Rosendale

Betsy DeVos visit spurs engagement, dialogue by Savannah Shustack & Maya Oeverman

Learning in the messy middle: Student experiences of Calvin's political climate by Adelaide Mei & Hadassa Ribeiro

Men's and women's basketball off to strong starts by Lauren Nyong

MLK today: Former Calvin professor's new book on U.S. societal issues by Gabriel Choi

Students arts orgs make space for rest and expression despite challenges by Kipp De Man

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Chimes: November 14, 2022, Calvin University

Teams sweep MIAA tournament, ready for NCAA tournament by Lauren Nyong

New program aims to increase retention of under-represented employees by Ezra Craker

Changes to course release costs aim to increase research opportunities by Savannah Shustack & Grace Buller

SAO gets creative in wake of low ticket sales by Katie Rodendale

SAO, coaches hope new sports teams will bring more energy to campus life by Emily Thomas

Pastoral Partners provide presence and care post-COVID by Gabriel Choi

Professor releases trailer for independent film; several students involved by Kipp De Man

School Knights to the rescue by Maya Oeverman

Eating is overly moralized by Grace Buller

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Chimes: November 7, 2022, Calvin University

Board affirms adding football, other sports, to boost enrollment by Lauren Nyong

Board retains faculty who disagree with CRCNA on LGBTQ+ relationships by Chimes Staff

Preparations for new four-two credit system near completion by Grace Buller

Administration and department chairs successfully negotiate new academic calendar by Katie Rosendale

New Interfaith Curriculum Explorers program offers grants for interfaith engagement in the curriculum by Emily Thomas

"Complex", "murky" and "nuanced": Understanding Prop 3 by Savannah Shustack

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Chimes: October 31, 2022, Calvin University

Preparing to vote: A guide to your Michigan midterm ballot by Grace Buller

U.S. Court of Appeals ruling a boon for international students and U.S. universities by David Ogboro

Calvin Swim and Dive teams looking "as good as they've ever been" as season begins by Lauren Nyong

Student loan forgiveness applications are now open for students by Emily Thomas

Grandville Calvin Christian 2nd graders become Calvin engineering students for a day by Adelaide Mai & David Ogboro

A Calvin tradition graveyard by Ezra Craker

Emerging from the lavender haze: Ranking Taylor Swift's "Midnights" by Katie Rosendale

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Chimes: October 24, 2022, Calvin University

President Boer to officially take the reins this week by Abigail Ham

Strong U.S. dollar increases costs for international students by Ezra Craker

President Boer temporarily increases funding for student organization by Katie Rosendale

Spanish students to go abroad with Trinity Christian College by Grace Buller

Unmasked moderators create a safe and supportive environment on the app by Emily Thomas

Calvin Hockey eyes expansion on 50th anniversary by Lauren Nyong

Design norms aim to shape students into thinking Christian engineers by Adelaide Mei

Freshmen: There are better things to focus on that weight by Abigail Ham

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Chimes: October 17, 2022, Calvin University

Last theater minor a leader in remains of program by Maya Oeverman

New coordinator for student support and sexuality programming hired after long search by Grace Buller

Fall sports teams boast strong records as regular seasons wind down by Lauren Nyong

"Jonah moments": President Boer's journey to Calvin by Katie Rosendale

Campus Safety sets sights on equipment upgrades by David Ogboro

Gospel Choir aims to educate and celebrate with a mix of music genres by Gabriel Choi

Calvin students should ride the bus by Ezra Craker

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Chimes: October 3, 2022, Calvin University

The changing composition of Calvin's student body by Abigail Ham

Women's soccer undefeated, ready for tougher competition by Lauren Nyong

UnLearn Week brings together new and returning speakers by Hadassa Ribeiro

Prospective students offered $1,000 renewable grant for visiting by Ezra Craker

Supply chain issues delay Wi-Fi router upgrades by Emily Thomas

For commuter students, getting involved on campus takes some work. They say it's worth it by Maya Oeverman

Engineering poster fair showcases internship experiences by David Ogboro

Calvin's architecture and identity have evolved, and continue to evolve, side by side by Katie Rosendale & Abigail Ham

What you should have seen at ArtPrize, according to Chimes Staff by Liana Hirner

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Dialogue: Fall 2022, Staff and writers of Dialogue, Calvin University

Visual Art and Photography

4 tears and dust choke me, i will never see this again - Jillian Stob / 7 Vienna Fountain - Lydia Huizenga / 9 not enough appliances - Ian Gilbert / 10 Golden Hour Fireweed - Matt Erickson / 12 Victory - Harry (Tu) Gu / 17 forgotten but not gone - Will VanZoest / 18 Commons - Lydia Huizenga / 21 Dutch Rush - Avery Andersen / 22 westside beachgoers - Jillian Stob / 24 Road Trip - Sam Fraser / 27 Peace in Heidelberg - Susannah Chapman / 29 portrait of a young woman, discontented - Jillian Stob / 33 Realization of Love - Yohan Kim / 34 Mourning - Breia De Vries / 37 Autumn Time in Hungary - Kelly Adamovicz / 38 Cavities - Breia De Vries / 40 Tibetan Buddhist - Tianyue Si / 44 Preserved in Time - Hannah Makoui / 46 Female Facades - Lydia Lalonde / 48 Broken Memory - Breia De Vries / 50 Industrial Devolution - Avery Andersen / 53 Playgroun...

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Chimes: September 26, 2022, Calvin University

Education majors adapt to post-pandemic teaching by Ezra Craker

Long lines as Dining Services copes with low staffing levels by Katie Rosendale

Introduction of new communication platform aims to solve old issues by Abigail Ham

CISD Scholars Program links students with mentors in their fields by Emily Thomas

Intramurals adjusts sign-up process to increase accessibility by Lauren Nyong

Analytical and intuitive: different cultural perspectives enhance religion classes by Gabriel Choi

Biology professor and team of undergraduates contribute to global search for HIV cure by David Ogboro

CPI graduates work to improve conditions in correctional facilities by Grace Buller

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Chimes: September 19, 2022, Calvin University

Calvin to invest in goals of Strategic Plan for Athletics, including possible football team by Lauren Nyong

Between grief and hope: Social work at Calvin a program in recovery by Katie Rosendale

With no COVID restrictions, campus navigates new normal by Grace Buller

Remote job opportunities come with benefits and drawbacks for students and alumni by Ezra Cracker

Rhetoric Center reaches across campus with resources for all disciplines by Emily Thomas

Engineering professor aims to start conversations about gender diversity in make-dominated field with new book by David Ogboro

Behind the screens: a graduate student's journey from band director to online course developer by Abigail Ham

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Chimes: September 12, 2022, Calvin University

Bleachers to be first SAO arena concert since 2014 by Ezra Craker

Poor service quality prompts switch to new facilities partner by Grace Buller

New financial strategy bets on investments in future growth by Abigail Ham

Calvin programs to reach into Grand Rapids and around the world with new community partnership strategy by Hadassa Ribeiro

Rangeela returns, now as a student organization by Emily Thomas

Calvin Athletics and the CCW are ready to help meet student athletes' mental health needs by Lauren Nyong

Worship apprentice program expands, more chapel teams added by Levi Huizenga

Calvin joins fight to mitigate nursing shortage via partnership with Pine Rest by David Ogboro

Calvin is hiring more new teachers but fewer tenure-track faculty by Katie R...

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Chimes: September 6, 2022, Calvin University

Diversification strategy focuses on Global Campus growth as underdrag enrollment remains low by Abigail Ham

Residential Master Plan halts planned three-year residency requirement by Emily Thomas & Abigail Ham

School of Business building opens for business by Katie Rosendale

"Reasonable but disappointing": Streetfest reduced due to student feedback and financial necessity by Levi Huizenga

Upgrade to Workday contributes to rise in cost of parking permits by Grace Buller

Calvin Athletics start new year free of restrictions by Lauren Nyong

Students search for welcoming communities at annual church fair by Adelaide Mei

Monkeypox myth busting with an expert by David Ogboro

Debt relief alters future plans for students and alumni by Ezra Craker

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Songs of the Son: Exegetical Method, Christology, and Piety in Reformation and Post-reformation Interpretations of Select Messianic Psalms, Maarten Kuivenhoven, Calvin Theological Seminary

The case for continuity between the Reformation and Reformed Orthodoxy receives a significant contribution from the examination of select Messianic Psalms in the commentaries of Wolfgang Musculus, William Ames, Johannes Cocceius, and Matthew Henry. This contribution is found through the examination of three lines of thought— exegetical method, Christological development, and the formulation of piety.

The consistent employment of prophecy in order to understand the sensus literalis as the Christological reading of the text seems to indicate continuity. The usage of typology also furthers this argument as these interpreters identified various persons or objects as types of Christ. By using the analogia fidei, they were able to demonstrate the New Testament fulfillment of the prophecies and types that were identified in the Psalms. Finally, the fairly consistent ...

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Dialogue: Spring 2022, Staff and writers of Dialogue, Calvin University

Visual Art

Cover Hannah Piedt Plugging In Graphic Design; 1 Meredith Donnelly Untitled Collage; 6 Karl Sparrman Paper Thin Photography; 7 Nola Nielson Diptych Collage; 10 Liesje Brouwer Untitled Cermanics, Brett Beasley Untitled Oil on Canvas; 11-12 Leighanne Evelyn Sturgis Homeless at Revere Beach Photography; 14 Scott Genzink Untitled Photography, Ashleigh Vandekopple Grand Rapids in all colors of light Photography; 16 Sean VandenBrink Bottles Ceramics; 17 Heather Bart/am Brooklyn Bridge Photography; 18 Karl Sparrman Peek Photography; 20 Tia Wierenga Friendship Mixed Media; 21-22 Rebecca Hiemstra Untitled Watercolor; 23-24 Jackson Hall The Softer Side of Death Graphic Design; 25-26 Silas Wolff Untitled Photography; 27 Sean VandenBrink Alice and Wonderland Rabbit Cermanics; 28 Norm Zylstra Editor and Chief Pen and Ink; 29-30 Rachelle Wunderink Drink Ultra Loun...

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Chimes: March 28, 2022, Calvin University

Calvin's swim teams successful at NCAA Championship by Kalex Dodge

Campus Involvement and Leadership office removes unauthorized LGBTQ+ pride flag display by Harm Venhuizen

As last 'legacy' honors class graduates, new honors program seeks to fix old problems by Levi Huizenga

More than misandry and marches: Calvin students embrace feminism and Christianity by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

Green Team program introduces high schoolers to ecology, college life by Abigail Ham

Baking for a cause: Cookies that taste like home by Lucy Kalebjian

Behind the scenes with Calvin's chefs by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: March 21, 2022, Calvin University

'I'm not going to be ashamed': Queer CSR employee quits to speak freely about split from Calvin by Harm Venhuizen

Three Calvin alumnae make list of 50 most influential women in West Michigan by Hadassa Ribeiro

Track athletes achieve record-setting indoor season by Grace Toma

A sneak peek into Calvin's spring film showcase by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

State of the Student: The Center for Counseling & Wellness by Abigail Ham

English professors weigh in on the banned books debate by Savannah Shustack

No more 8 a.m. classes: Calvin to begin new schedule in fall 2022 by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

IRB member resigns in wake of CSR split by Dr. Aaron Yore-Vanoosterhout

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Works from 2021

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Chimes: December 6, 2021, Calvin University

Commons Union still needs $45.5 million to get off the ground by Jocelyn Nunez Colon & Hadassa Ribeiro

Calvin's progress on carbon neutrality, sustainability murky during pandemic by Sarah Gibes

Veteran student orgs return, Student Senate proposes solution to CIL budget cut by Grace Toma

Calvin brings CPI housing plan to concerned neighborhood by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

With no interim this year, January Series 2022 continues to adapt by Abigail Ham

Tough early-season schedules have women's, men's basketball teams making strides by Jamison Van Andel

Art professors show work in joint exhibitions at the Center Art Gallery by Ezra Craker

In a stroke of 'serendipity', Calvin prof and lab team creates novel fluorescent compound 'Knightletin' by Timothy Lin

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Chimes: November 15, 2021, Calvin University

We're committed to uncertainty' by Harm Venhuizen

As crime rates soar, Calvin graduate continues Haiti mission by Michaela Giovannelli

Gone phishing: CIT launches internal phishing campaign by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

Students work to return revival event to campus by Abigail Ham

Calvin alum takes environmental vision to UN climate conference by Tim Lin

Dance Guild celebrates 50th anniversary, survives COVID and cuts by Isaiah Tenhuisen

High schools with Calvin ties win soccer state titles by Jamison Van Andel

Planting sequoias: Calvin's trees provide clues to the past, hope for the future by Sarah Gibes

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Chimes: November 8, 2021, Calvin University

What have we lost? by Timothy Lin

JV soccer makes the most of five-game season by Jamison Van Andel

Calvin Prison Initiative reconnects after season of remote learning by Grace Toma

Christians, climate change and the church: Calvin staff reflect on environmental stewardship by Kipp De Man

Labor and supply chain challenges cause catering limitations by Isaiah Tenhuisen

Calvin alum founds non-profit for transracial foster care adoptees, global partnership by Hadassa Ribeiro

Non-traditional STEM students bring life experience to class by Sarah Gibes

Artist Collaborative gets an update by Ezra Craker

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Chimes: November 1, 2021, Calvin University

Sociology department launches criminology major by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

As RCA congregations consider splitting, they do so with grace by Isaiah Tenhuisen

How Calvin's parking stacks up to the competition by Abigail Ham

Class registration and academic planning are about to get a major facelift by Lauren Vanden Bosch

Art history professor curates newsletter with global audience by Grace Toma

Sports analogies in political science: Slam dunk or strikeout? by Isaiah Tenhuisen

Health Services to offer COVID-19 booster shots on campus by Sarah Gibes

Halloween at Calvin: From 1958 riots to 2021 rollerblade parties by Timothy Lin

This land has a story. Calvin should acknowledge it by Isaac Seiler & Prof. Joseph Kuilema

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Chimes: October 25, 2021, Calvin University

Calvin's COVID dashboard doesn't follow standard epidemiological practices by Sarah Gibes

The precarious world of booking SAO concerts by Ezra Craker

Shuttered by supply-chain issues, RVD now fit for occupancy by Abigail Ham

Enrollment, Synod 2022 and morale top agenda items in new presidential position profile by Abigail Ham

Calvin students reflect on upcoming Kentwood general election by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

Let's talk about sex by Michaela Giovannelli

Service Learning Center kicks back into gear with new partnership system by Lauren Vanden Bosch

Calvin student draws international recognition through ping-pong by Grace Toma

From stars to cells, Calvin students showcase summer research by Timothy Lin

Urban geography course shows students t...

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Chimes: October 18, 2021, Calvin University

To avoid cutting budgets, CIL won't charter more student orgs this year by Grace Toma

'Luminous' tells of Calvin astronomer's risky prediction by Ezra Craker

Visa delays kept 20+ students from campus this fall by Abigail Ham

CISD mobilizes to combat food insecurity by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

Calvin Left tells Arkansas senator to hit the road by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon & Savannah Shustack

Seven students and countless cameras: Streaming Calvin sports by Jamison Van Andel

Homeowners want to install solar panels. Consumers Energy obstructs them. by Sarah Gibes

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Chimes: October 4, 2021, Calvin University

Waking up from a nightmare, CTC finally performs "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by Ezra Craker

Short-staffed dining halls are still searching for employees by Lauren Vanden Bosch

Ready to UnLearn: CISD to host 22nd annual UnLearn Week by Jocelyn Nunez-Colon

Dual enrollment, language immersion programs bridge gap between campus and local schools by Hadassa Ribeiro

Hungary semester first off-campus program to return by Abigail Ham

Pop Scholars: Smart-dumb comedy born from a smart-dumb education by Isaiah Tenhuisen

Code red: Calvin community speaks on sustainability, responsibility by Timothy Lin

Friday Night Soccer fosters community in spite of unofficial status this year by Grace Toma

Women's soccer beats Olivet 2-0 by Jamison Van Andel

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Dialogue: Fall 2021, Staff and writers of Dialogue, Calvin University

Visual Art & Photography

5 nineteen ten - Olivia Stallmer / 6 Space Worm - Kelsey Smith / 7 Scrapyarn Scarf - Jillian Herlinger / 10 Bread of the World Church - Gresham Bergeron / 12 Amontillado - Brett Barents / 13 Krakow, Poland - Lydia Huizenga / 15 Slow Down - Alli Wassink 16 A Study in Various Natural Inks - Gabrielle Eisma / 18 Untitled Portrait - Adrian Van Stee / 20 nantucket - Beth Boonstra 21 Chimborazo - Derek Ten Pas / 22 dinner at grandma's - Teddi Kabler / 24 Get Chippy - Kelsey Smith / 28 Read My Lips - Carlisle Patete / 34 The Gals - Kelsey Smith / 37 Puddle - Adrian Van Stee / 38 Femme en rouge - Irene Kontomah / 39 Grendel's Arm - Hannah Boers / 41 predators - Beth Boonstra / 42 Sticker Jug - Gresham Bergeron / 43 not again - Orion L. Wakeman / 44 A silhouette in time - Irene Kontomah / 46 District V. - Erin Cawley / 49 Spiderwick - Simon Post...

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Chimes: September 27, 2021, Calvin University

Ready for dorm life by Timothy Lin

West Michigan orgs are leading efforts to resettle Afghan refugees. You can help. by Grace Toma

German, Dutch students adapt to finish degrees after program cuts by Katherine Benedict

More fans, more fun: Athletics event restrictions lighten up for the fall by Jamison Van Andel

Mind the gap: How students made the most out of their time off school in 2020 by Hadassa Ribeiro

If you're calling yourself pro-life, you need to become involved in the foster care system by Savannah Shustack

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