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: October 14, 2024, Calvin University

Calvin unveils fully operational cadaver lab by Maya Oeverman

SPEAC partners with Calvin Improv to offer a new option for bystander training by Elisabeth Stevens

Nexus leverages new office space to offer free financial coaching by Ethan Meyers

Meet the 2024-25 freshman senators by McKenna Wilkinson and Sarah Sparling

Commanded to rest by Ashley Hamons

Molly Parden, Eliza Edens, Louisa Stancioff: The trio that shook the Recital Hall by Natasha Jayaputra

Why it's important to get engaged? by Graham Kort

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Chimes: October 7, 2024, Calvin University

CERF: A look at Calvin's best kept sustainability secret by Ian Tjoelker

"Over All This, Put On Love": building effective political dialogue on campus by Graham Kort

The changing face of world Christianity: a Q&A with Dr. Damaris Parsitau by Ethan Meyers

French Film Festival: A Celebration of Culture and Film by Natasha Jayaputra

Big sport milestones for homecoming weekend by Dillion Baumchen

A look at how campus offices are adapting to digitally immersed students by Elisabeth Stevens

Lord of the Sabbath by Ashley Hamons

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Chimes: September 30, 2024, Calvin College

Calvin's Wayfinder program provides access to continuing education in the humanities by Ethan Meyers

Music Department Expands Programming by Maya Oeverman

Class of 2028 leans in to the tradition of pranks on campus by Sarah Sparling

YoungLife Culture at Calvin by Graham Kort

Calvin Women's Soccer embraces "underdog" role while taking on top ten teams by Dillion Baumchen

Vienna Teng's Comeback Tour at Calvin by Natasha Jayaputra

Sleep: Why we need it, and why we don't often get it by Graham Kort

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Chimes: September 23, 2024, Calvin College

Student mourns as sustainability cohort admits final class by Elisabeth Stevens

Three Grand Rapids churches submit letters of disaffiliation to the CRCNA by Grace Buller

Calvin's student population grows for second consecutive year by Ethan Meyers and Graham Kort

Rangeela 2025 pushed a week later than usual by Natasha Jayaputra

Calvin to bring facilities back in-house by Ian Tjoelker

Meet the Interim Tennis Coaches by Dillion Baumchen

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Chimes: September 16, 2024, Calvin College

Student engagement continues post-COVID rebound by Graham Kort

Professors adapt to AI in more classrooms by EJ Emesiabumchi

Gender violence: A men's issue by Ashley Hamons

Women's golf has record breaking start to fall season by Dillion Baumchen

What is football? by Dillion Baumchen

Finding Calvin community while living off-campus by Marcail Schuurmann

A Love Letter to Minecraft by Marcail Schuurmann

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Chimes: September 9, 2024, Calvin University

Football is here! by Dillion Baumchen

Library construction nears completion by Ethan Meyers

Restructured church fair sees record attendance by Graham Kort

Here's what to know about Synod 2024 by Grace Buller and Nolan Cowan

Engineering department adds new aerospace concentration by EJ Emesiabumchi

Q&A with SAO Director, Jack Droppers on upcoming events by Natasha Jayaputra

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Faith Seeking Understanding: A Comparative Study of Herman Bavinck and Wolfhart Pannenberg on the Doctrine of Revelation, Jin Li, Calvin University

This dissertation builds upon John Bolt’s suggestion that Wolfhart Pannenberg’s work can be utilized to extend and further elaborate upon Herman Bavinck’s efforts in outlining the fundamental contours of a philosophy of revelation. It focuses on various themes related to the doctrine of revelation to examine the theological and metaphysical frameworks of Bavinck and Pannenberg. Through a comparative analysis of their theoretical approaches, this study aims to offer a fresh, comprehensive perspective on the doctrine of revelation, highlighting their shared metaphysical foundations and the synthesis of orthodox and modern thought.

In this research, I explore the motifs and frameworks of understanding revelation, natural theology, history, Trinity, and epistemology, as perceived by Bavinck and Pannenberg. The investigation into these themes supports the argument that their respect...

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Chimes: April 22, 2024, Calvin University

Boer resignation fallout leaves students looking for answers by Savannah Shustack

Biology department oversees controlled burns on campus by Maya Oeverman

Pandemic continues to affect student performance by Nolan Cowan

Stepping into new roles: Tyler VerMerris and Ethan VanOrman on becoming leaders by Ashley Hamons

Bruce Dice Mineralogical Museum celebrates expanded meteorite exhibit by Liana Hirner

Michael VanWoerkom: Calvin grad, founder and CEO of aerospace company by Jacob Westra

Track and Field head coach prioritizes community building by Savannah Shustack

Return of spring arts festival increases student morale by Ethan Meyers

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Chimes: April 15, 2024, Calvin University

Wiebe and Joanna Boer sue Calvin for breach of contract, defamation by Savannah Shustack

Professors circulate petition to divest from Israel by Nolan Cowan

Board of Trustees selects chair of presidential search committee by Savannah Shustack

Smoke reported in CFAC due to mechanical failure by Liana Hirner & Ewan Parker

Moving out: Not for every student by Ashley Hamons

Calvin Esports looks to build off first tournament win by Dillion Baumchen

Proposal for Calvin "Center for Faith and Technology" in the works by Jacob Westra

How far is too far? Manifestation cleverly handles questions of success and achievement by Maya Oeverman

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Chimes: April 1, 2024 (April Fools' Edition), Calvin University

Becoming One initiative aimed at increasing unity and future enrollment by Imsol Only

Two-in-one experimental music group shuts down library by Ash-Hole

Thanks to time travel research, Calvin 150th comes two years early by Gerhardus Van Raalte

Reformed and reforming: Calvin's Plank of the Old Guard implements presidential term limits by Snippy S. Snap

"Rowing the boat of unity": Provost Toodaloo spearheads mandatory rowing retreat for all faculty members by Chris P. Lines

Student Senate to launch pop=up business casual stores around campus to draw in more applicants by Palees Likeymee

All your solar eclipse questions, answered by Meet Eeyore

Calvin's Workday migrates to the Metaverse by The Goop Gobbler

Arts department to receive its own building...

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Chimes: March 25, 2024, Calvin University

Social media company Fizz makes a buzz at Calvin by Ewan Parker

Understanding Title IX, at Calvin and beyond by Savannah Shustack & Liana Hirner

Calvin's summer H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp expands to include boys by Jacob Westra

Chapel underutilized by faculty due in part to scheduling conflicts, other faith commitments by Nolan Cowan

Women's tennis team finishes non-conference schedule strong by Dillion Baumchen

"Gotcha": A new campus tradition? by Ashley Hamons

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Chimes: March 18, 2024, Calvin University

Social work department hires three tenure-track faculty by Savannah Shustack

Calvin men's basketball makes a run to the Elite Eight by Dillion Baumchen

Presidential accountability: A Q&A with Calvin professors by Ethan Meyers

Transfer student transitions differ across fall and spring semesters by Ashley Hamons

Spring break trips support success on and off the field by Savannah Shustack

Treats and treasures from the trash by Maya Oeverman

"Let's talk about..." speaker series highlights issues around purity culture, sex ed by Beck Gardner & Ashley Hamons

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Chimes: February 26, 2024, Calvin University

The Messy Middle: A Christian university's history of navigating disagreement and dissent by Savannah Shustack & Ethan Meyers

FAFSA changes streamline application, delay aid by Maya Oeverman

Lenten prayer walk at Calvin Ecosystem Preserve connects nature with church calender by Nolan Cowan

Abstraction to hold annual Hackathon on March 15 by Jacob Westra

Greenhouse guardians: Bug-driven sustainability by Beck Gardner

Calvin chemistry department to restructjure upper-level courses by Ewan Parker

"A hidden gem": The Bruce Dice Mineralogical Museum by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: February 19, 2024, Calvin University

Changes to the Student Senate constitution create a new election structure, aim for clarity by Ethan Meyers

The 49507 Initiative's Wayfinder program now accepting student applications by Savannah Shustack

Kill-a-Watt saves enough energy to run two houses for a month by Maya Oeverman

New Zealand sea lion conservation: A Q&A with ecologist Veronica Frans
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Calvin's CCW and Campus Ministries teams collaborate during stressful times for students by Nolan Cowan

January Series speaker offered relatable reflections on neurodivergence by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: February 12, 2024, Calvin University

"Our strategy is enrollment growth" Calvin's updated Vision 2030 plan reflects institutional optimism by Savannah Shustack

Spectator turnout for athletic games climbs by Lauren Nyong

Calvin student's home-brewed app achieves success after success by Jacob Westra

Honors program seeks renewed emphasis on interdisciplinarity by Maya Oeverman

Calvin athletics hosts multiple sporting events throughout siblings' weekend by Dillion Baumchen

Calvin's homemade dune continues to provide research opportunities by Ethan Meyers

Faculty orientation seminar celebrates thirty years anniversary by Nolan Cowan

OCD representation on screen should encompass all facets of the mental illness by Liana Hirner

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Chimes: February 5, 2024, Calvin University

Calvin student raises awareness with award-winning documentary by Ashley Hamons

Women's acrobatics and tumbling will begin its inaugural season in 2025 by Dillion Baumchen

Speaker series leans into learning with compassionate conviction by Ewan Parker

The Calvin 50: A fundamental part of chapel worship services by Nolan Cowan

Construction progresses smoothly by Savannah Shustack

Engineering students talk about Calvin's next steps in becoming carbon-neutral by Jacob Westra

Elections 2024: How international students follow politics from home while at Calvin by Ethan Meyers

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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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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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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...