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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

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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

2024 Award Recipient: Airin Efferin