Calvin and Ann Stapert Music Scholarship

John and Judy Straayer established this scholarship in honor of their sister and brother-in-law, Calvin ‘63 and Ann Stapert ’64. As a professor of music at Calvin University, Calvin made significant contributions to the department and published several books on the intersection of faith and music through the lens of composers such as Haydn, Handel, and Bach. This scholarship recognizes Calvin and Ann’s lifetime love of music and will provide an opportunity for a music major to pursue their calling in the field of music.

Basic criteria:

• entering freshman year
• majoring in music
• financial need is considered
• first preference is for a prospective student; on occasion, an upper-class student may be considered
• students who are orchestral woodwind players will receive special consideration over other musicians

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.