Symposium on Religion and Politics held in April 2022
The eleventh biennial Symposium on Religion and Public Life was held at Calvin University from April 7-9, 2022 at the Prince Conference Center, with special programs commemorating the work done by Paul Henry and initiatives and efforts spanning the Institute's existence as we celebrate our 25th anniversary.
Race, Social Mobility, Education, and Opportunity in America
Ian Rowe from the American Enterprise Institute and Henry Institute's Executive Director Micah Watson engaged in conversation about "Freedom or Equity: What is the Best Path Forward for America?"
Annual Paul Henry Lecture, featuring Nicholas Wolterstorff
The 23rd annual Paul B. Henry Lecture featured widely respected philosopher Nicholas Wolterstorff reflecting on "Fidelity in Politics" as he considered Christian political activity in the tradition of Reformed Protestantism.
The 2022 Rule of Law Lecture
The Henry Institute's 2022 Rule of Law Lecture (on October 19) will feature Ed McBroom, Michigan State Senator from the 38th District and chairman of the State Senate Oversight Committee.
Civitas Lab students work within research community
For the 2021-22 academic year, the Civitas Lab brought together thirteen Calvin students as research assistants under the mentorship of eight Calvin University faculty as they worked on nine different projects.
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Recent news & events
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Betsy DeVos returns to alma mater for conversation on state of education
On Thursday, November 18, Calvin alumna and former U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos returned to her alma mater for a moderated discussion with the university’s dean of education Brian Bolt.
News & Stories, November 21, 2022 -
World-renowned artist Makoto Fujimura awarded Kuyper Prize
Makoto Fujimura is the recipient of the 2023 Kuyper Prize, awarded by Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary. Fujimura is the first visual artist to receive the prize, which has been awarded annually since 1998.
News & Stories, November 8, 2022 -
Richard Mouw returns to Calvin
Long-time philosophy professor returns to Calvin as senior research fellow
Spark, September 01, 2020 -
Richard Mouw comes home to Calvin
After 35 years at Fuller Theological Seminary, Richard Mouw, a widely-respected theologian and philosopher, is returning to Calvin University where his career in academia began. He's joining the Henry Institute as a senior research fellow.
News & Stories, June 4, 2020 -
Calvin creates associate provost position
In January, Kevin den Dulk became Calvin's first associate provost, a position that focuses on extending Calvin's mission to reach new populations.
News & Stories, February 11, 2020 -
Exploring the intersection of Faith and Democracy
At Calvin College, experts will dig deeper into the national discussion of the relationship between Christianity and American politics.
News & Stories, December 3, 2018 -
New online app empowers returning citizens transitioning out of prison
The Calvin Prison Initiative and the Henry Institute have created the Returning Citizens Resources online application to empower returning citizens in their transition out of prison and into society.
News & Stories, January 26, 2018 -
Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse will deliver the 2017 Paul B. Henry Lecture
Calvin's Paul B. Henry Institute director Kevin den Dulk reflects on the upcoming lecture and symposium.
News & Stories, April 25, 2017 -
Calvin remembers Stephen Monsma
Stephen Monsma was a man committed to helping Christians think and act more faithfully in their civic and political life.
News & Stories, February 23, 2017
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