The MJB Educational Scholarship was established to give financial assistance and encouragement to junior and seniors to Calvin who are entering the field of education. The Bruins family has been life long supporters of Christian education at many levels and wishes...

Roger and Susan Bratt are both graduates of Calvin College and spent their teaching careers in Christian schools - Roger in secondary science and Susan in elementary education. They have established this scholarship to help and encourage students who are preparing to...

Dr. Roger Griffioen has dedicated his professional career to Calvin College. His leadership has been central in bringing the Department of Physics and Astronomy from infancy to its present status as a leading undergraduate program. He oversaw the hiring of most...

Roger and Sandra Alderink, formerly of Jenison, have established this scholarship for graduates of Unity Christian High School in Hudsonville, Michigan and South Christian High School in Cutlerville, Michigan. Roger graduated from Unity Christian High School in...

RoMan Manufacturing, established in 1980 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, is a world’s leading producer of AC and DC power sources for industrial processing equipment. More recently, RoMan joined an American partner to create Global Welding Solutions, LLC which...

Ronald and Deborah Plaisier establish this scholarship in thankfulness to God for the influence Calvin has had in their lives as well as the lives of their three daughters and spouses. Their goal for this award is to encourage and support prospective engineers who...

Ron and Patsy Kooistra have established this scholarship in recognition of the influence Calvin has had on their extended family. The Kooistra family has a rich heritage of attending Calvin College, as seven Kooistra siblings, as well as many of their children,...

This scholarship has been established by the family of Mr. Ronald Buikema in his memory. Mr. Buikema was a lawyer, an alumnus of Calvin, an active supporter of the College, and a member of the college’s Board of Trustees at the time of his death in 1997. The family...

Rosalyn M. Ghysels attended Calvin College and graduated from John Hopkins University with her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, followed by her Master of Science degree in Nursing from Columbia University. She dedicated her career to nursing education,...

Roy Reimer was drawn to his future wife (Joyce), in part, by his fascination with her organ/piano playing. Once they were married, he began a life in education and she in music, raising four children who shared their love of learning and music. Along the way, Roy...

This scholarship was established by Scott and Susan Boot to recognize the excellent Christian education provided at both Kalamazoo Christian High School, Kalamazoo, Michigan, and at Calvin College. As God has blessed them, they wish to have a part in giving students...

This scholarship in memory of Ruth Ann Handlogten-Huisman has been established by her brother Howard Handlogten and her husband Howard Huisman. Ruth Ann’s caring personality led her to a career in nursing. Graduating from Blodgett School of Nursing, she rose to...

Karen Hollingsworth and her daughters, Laura and Anna, through the KLA Samaritan Foundation have established this scholarship in memory of their mother and grandmother, Ruth P. Heinemann, a former high school teacher in North Carolina, to honor her lifelong...

In gratitude to God for many blessings and to Calvin College for providing a sound foundation for a career in nursing service and education, Ruth Rosendall Alward wishes to facilitate the education of nursing students in their junior and senior years.

Ms. Ruth VanderHeide established this scholarship in gratitude for her Calvin University education and her impactful career as a teacher in Christian schools across the nation, including Lynden Christian in Washington, South Holland Christian in Illinois, and...

R. Wayne and Joanne E. De Jonge have a passion for God’s creation and for teaching old and young alike about earthkeeping. They have established this scholarship to encourage students who share this same passion and can demonstrate their commitment to and...

This scholarship was established by Ryan and Andrea Hanson who view the ability to go to college as a trajectory-altering event in someone’s life. Experiencing the generosity of others during his years at Calvin prompts Ryan, a 2004 graduate, to help someone else to...

Archeology, especially in the Middle East, is a primary research interest of Bert de Vries. During his years of service in the history department at Calvin, he has been instrumental in setting up the archeology minor, in leading a number of summer excavation trips...

This scholarship has been established by the Sam and Judy Van Til Family from Crown Point, Indiana in memory of Judy’s parents James and Pearl Koning. Jim and Peg lived through the Great Depression and World War II. They made many personal sacrifices so their...

This scholarship has been established by Mrs. Sammie Vander Laan of Palm Springs, California, because of her commitment to nursing and to helping people. She wanted to be a nurse since she was just six years old. Her goal in life was to help people. Upon...

The Sam and Judy Van Til Family established this scholarship in honor of their daughter and sister Jana who has Down syndrome. The family has recognized the important role Jana’s teachers have played in her life and would like to support students who are called to...

Mr. Samuel L. Westerman established his foundation in 1971. At that time he choose three trustees and instructed them in how he wanted the funds used. Upon his death in 1984 all of his estate went into his foundation. The Foundation devotes money to a wide range...

Born on December 29, 1959, Sandra Anne Bos Duyst was a talented, caring young woman who possessed a strong faith in God and a deep love for her family and friends. She graduated from Calvin in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. A world-class equestrian, Sandra...

Mr. Robert Bowden from Clifton Park, New York, has established this scholarship in honor of his wife, Sandra, for the benefit of art majors at Calvin College. Mr. & Mrs. Bowden want to encourage artists who are Christians to prepare for a life of service in the...

This scholarship was established by Scott and Valerie Smits in appreciation to the Art Department at Calvin College that so graciously took their daughter Caitlin under their wings as a student. Through the mentoring of a number of professors, Caitlin was able to...

Contributions have been received by the Music Department in memory of Seymour Swets, the founder of Calvin’s Music Department.

Sid and Alyda Eelkema of Oak Harbor, Washington, have established this scholarship in gratitude to God for all He has given them, and because of the blessings their family has received through attending Calvin College. Through their lifelong support of Christian...

This scholarship was established in memory of Kenneth F. Draayer by his family and friends. Ken was a prominent businessman in the Kalamazoo, Michigan, area who passed away in January 2006, at the age of 45. His Christian faith was evident in his integrity in his...

This scholarship honors the life of Helen Cheuk, a Calvin alum who loved the Lord with her whole heart. Helen Huang left her home in China and eventually began to study at Calvin College. After graduating in 1961, Helen began a 38 year career in education, teaching...

The faculty of the Department of Sociology and Social Work established this scholarship for departmental majors. The department has long supported the academic work of its students. With this scholarship they hope to recognize and encourage future students to...