Young Alumni Award
This young alum:
- personifies the mission of the Calvin Alumni Association which connects alumni, strengthens the university, and inspires alumni to answer God’s call
- is a Calvin graduate under 40 years of age (as of December 31 of the year nominated)
- has received recognition as an emerging leader through professional and/or community achievements
- exemplifies outstanding professional and personal development either through traditional channels or innovative approaches
- serves as a role model for current and future Calvin students and alumni
- demonstrates a strong faith commitment as an agent of renewal for Jesus Christ
2023
Nate Knapper '08
Washington D.C.
Founder, The Joseph Project
Video | Spark story | Website
2022
Nana Owusu-Achau '12
Accra, Ghana
Chief Farmer, Agro Kings
Video | Spark story | Website
2021
Ryan Struyk '14
Washington D.C.
Producer, CNN
Video | Spark story
2019
Chris Palmer '06
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Founder, PhotoUp
Specialist, New Business Innovation, Steelcase Inc.
Spark story
2018
Jacqueline Klamer ’08
Manila, Philippines
Southeast Asia Regional Facilitator, Partners Worldwide
Spark story
2017
Ryan Roff ’09
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Owner, BoldSocks
Spark story
2016
Anne Zaki ’99
Cairo, Egypt
Assistant Professor, Evangelical Theological Seminary
Spark story
2015
Anissa Adkins Eddie ’05
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Co-Owner, Malamiah Juice Bar
Spark story
2014
Katelyn Beaty ’06
Carol Stream, Ill.
Managing Editor, Christianity Today (at the time of the award)
Spark story