Dorothy Koop

Warren and Dorothy Koop were blessed with four sons and each of the four sons had a different make-up as each was called to do something completely different from his siblings. Warren and Dorothy were very supportive of their sons, making sure that each had the opportunity of a Christian education. They were good hearted parents, loving each son for who he was in spite of each son’s different abilities.

Calvin College was, and is, important to the Koops. Both parents were committed to higher education taught from a Christian perspective. Since they fully understood the fact that each child learns differently, the Koops are interested in providing a scholarship to a student who doesn’t learn quite the same way that most teachers teach. The SAS program at Calvin addresses differences in learning styles and the Koops would like to support a student that is making the best of their ability, especially a student who is challenged and making progress in spite of learning difficulties.

Warren Koop was a very successful entrepreneur, prior to his untimely death. The Koop’s would like to see this award given annually to a business student who shows an entrepreneurial spirit.