Helen Hulstein Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the estate of Helen (Bouma) Hulstein to give financial assistance to students in the field of primary or secondary education. Helen graduated from Calvin College in 1924 at the age of eighteen being one of only three women in a class of twenty-four graduates. She went on to teach in Christian schools for eleven years. She was also an accomplished Bible teacher in her church and, as a volunteer, taught English as a second language to immigrants in the Denver area for many years. At the time of her death in 2011 at 105, she was the oldest alumnae of Calvin College.

Basic criteria:

• entering junior or senior year
• cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher
• pursuing a program in elementary or secondary education
• demonstrate Christian character, concern for others, and active involvement in their church and community
• financial need is required

Renewal criteria: Students who wish to be considered for renewal must file a new application each year and will be given equal consideration with other candidates.