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Bring your ideas, talents, and questions—and go beyond the predictable. This vibrant student community embraces your curiosity and supports you as you grow into the life that God wants for you.
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- Master of Speech Pathology
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Student Life Quick Facts
5distinct worship themes offered in chapel every single week
32,300+slices of pizza served each year in our dining halls
80different student organizations for you to be involved in
40minutes to the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan
7:15 AM - WAKE UP
One thing is for sure: there is no “typical” day at Calvin University. It’s time to freshen up and see what this day holds.
One thing is for sure: there is no “typical” day at Calvin University. It’s time to freshen up and see what this day holds.
8:03 AM - BREAKFAST
Welcome to breakfast at Calvin, which basically gives you anything you could possibly want: waffles, pancakes, cereal, yogurt, smoothies, or eggs. However you like to start your day, we’ve got you covered.
Welcome to breakfast at Calvin, which basically gives you anything you could possibly want: waffles, pancakes, cereal, yogurt, smoothies, or eggs. However you like to start your day, we’ve got you covered.
8:51 AM - CLASS
At Calvin, you’ll get a broad education from some of the best profs out there. They’ll open your eyes to new worlds of information and understanding, exposing you to new perspectives.
At Calvin, you’ll get a broad education from some of the best profs out there. They’ll open your eyes to new worlds of information and understanding, exposing you to new perspectives.
10:00 AM - WORSHIP
You always have enough space between classes to connect with God at chapel. Every day there’s something different: a worship style you’ve never experienced, an engaging speaker, or a Psalm rewritten to become a new song.
You always have enough space between classes to connect with God at chapel. Every day there’s something different: a worship style you’ve never experienced, an engaging speaker, or a Psalm rewritten to become a new song.
11:08 AM - GYM
Head out to Calvin’s massive, state-of-the-art gym and fitness center. There are plenty of weights, treadmills, elliptical machines... plus an Olympic-sized pool and rock wall. And it's all free!
Head out to Calvin’s massive, state-of-the-art gym and fitness center. There are plenty of weights, treadmills, elliptical machines... plus an Olympic-sized pool and rock wall. And it's all free!
12:32 PM - LUNCH
Meet a friend on the path and grab a bite to eat. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or just great comfort food—you have it all right here.
Meet a friend on the path and grab a bite to eat. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or just great comfort food—you have it all right here.
1:00 PM - CLASS
From your first semester at Calvin, you can start taking classes in your major. Find support from expert faculty and camaraderie with students who share the same passion.
From your first semester at Calvin, you can start taking classes in your major. Find support from expert faculty and camaraderie with students who share the same passion.
1:50 PM - RESEARCH
Even as an undergrad, you’re encouraged to work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant professors on cutting-edge research.
Even as an undergrad, you’re encouraged to work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant professors on cutting-edge research.
3:05 PM - REHEARSE
Act, dance, sing, direct, design—you’ll have endless opportunities to express yourself at Calvin.
Act, dance, sing, direct, design—you’ll have endless opportunities to express yourself at Calvin.
4:01 PM - STUDY
Grab your bag and head to your favorite study spot. There are cozy nooks and crannies all over campus for you to discover and claim.
Grab your bag and head to your favorite study spot. There are cozy nooks and crannies all over campus for you to discover and claim.
5:17 PM - RELAX
Head back to your room and catch your breath. Jump in for a quick video game match against your suitemates or reconnect with friends about your day.
Head back to your room and catch your breath. Jump in for a quick video game match against your suitemates or reconnect with friends about your day.
5:50 PM - DINNER
Need a change of scenery? Within minutes of campus, you can find legendary chili dogs, authentic Thai, your favorite chain, and local favorites.
Need a change of scenery? Within minutes of campus, you can find legendary chili dogs, authentic Thai, your favorite chain, and local favorites.
6:42 PM - EXPLORE
Grab an iced chai, check out a museum, or just wander downtown. Grand Rapids is growing rapidly, but the heart of the city is still the perfect size to explore on foot.
Grab an iced chai, check out a museum, or just wander downtown. Grand Rapids is growing rapidly, but the heart of the city is still the perfect size to explore on foot.
8:00 PM - SHOW
Grab some (inexpensive) tickets and meet up with friends for a concert or movie back on Calvin’s campus. You’ll have access to a huge variety of shows, from big names to undiscovered acts.
Grab some (inexpensive) tickets and meet up with friends for a concert or movie back on Calvin’s campus. You’ll have access to a huge variety of shows, from big names to undiscovered acts.
10:37 PM - UNWIND
It’s been a long—and hopefully unforgettable—day. Grab a booth and a late-night snack at the campus cafe and catch up with a friend.
It’s been a long—and hopefully unforgettable—day. Grab a booth and a late-night snack at the campus cafe and catch up with a friend.
11:15 PM - SLEEP
The day ends where it began: dorm sweet dorm. Time to get a good night’s rest, because you never know what tomorrow will bring.
The day ends where it began: dorm sweet dorm. Time to get a good night’s rest, because you never know what tomorrow will bring.