Clarence and Irene Menninga, Family and Friends

This scholarship was established to honor Calvin’s first geology professor, Dr. Clarence Menninga. Dr. Menninga was hired by Calvin in 1967 for the express purpose of developing a geology program for the college. In the fall of 1968, the first Earth Science course was introduced at Calvin, and the first official geology course, Introduction to Physical Geology, was offered in the spring of 1969.

Dr. Menninga’s passion and leadership has been key in the development of the major and minor programs in geology at Calvin. His wisdom and integrity in reconciling science and the Bible have been invaluable to both faculty and students. As a professor emeritus, Dr. Menninga continues to speak, teach and write enthusiastically about the compatibility of God’s natural and special revelation.