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Parents & Families

Welcome to the Calvin community! 

You are as much a part of the Calvin family as your student. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, guardian, or friend of an undergraduate Calvin student, we are here to serve and partner with you. Discover the network of support available to you and your student throughout this transformative journey.

Communication

Communication with you is important to us!

Calvin Family News

Sent regularly during the school year, this email features important dates and information for families.

Calendars

Find the academic calendar, and Calvin events on campus and around the world!

Proxy & Pay Tuition

Students may give "third-party proxy" access to some of their information via Workday.


Connection

Get involved and stay up-to-date!

Ask Us a Question

Complete this form to submit a question to our team, or to update your contact information. 

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Parent Council

Current Calvin families are a great resource. What are your questions for them?

A group photo of the 2024–2025 Calvin Parent Council.

Care

We want you and your family to feel cared for and supported!

Family Prayer Guide

Prayer suggestions, one for each day of the month!

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Care Packages

Available for fall and spring near exam time!

Parent Council Care Package

Celebration

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Siblings Weekend

Siblings Weekend

February 21–22, 2025

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Groups of students stand in a line cheering during a game on the Commons Lawn.

Orientation

Summer 2025

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Homecoming & Family Weekend

Fall 2025

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Commencement

Commencement

May 10, 2025

Contact

Do you have a question for us? 

You can send us a note with this short form, or contact us by phone or email.

parents@calvin.edu | (616) 526-6969

Our staff is in the office Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (summers until 4:30). Stop by!

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Stephanie Cooper

Associate Director of Family & Student Engagement
616-526-6969
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Susan Buist

Program Coordinator, Family Engagement
616-526-8520