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NSF grant boosts Calvin's research infrastructure
A $338,000 grant from the National Science Foundation provides more research opportunities for students through access to more state of the art equipment. October 15,2013 -
Calvin professor teaches art to children in remote Thailand village
Calvin professor Anna Greidanus recently found her passion for art and teaching intersect with an atypical locale: a remote village in northern Thailand. September 17,2013 -
Creating an on-ramp into the field of international development
Professor Roland Hoksbergen and senior John Michael LaSalle teamed up to create Entravos, a website dedicated to connecting recent college grads with entry-level positions in Christian development organizations. September 17,2013 -
Calvin enrolls largest class since 2007
Calvin's 2013-2014 incoming class is the college's largest in six years and is record-setting in terms of ethnic diversity. September 16,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Michael Sanderson
Senior Michael Sanderson headed out West with 32 student athletes at Calvin for the 10th-annual Gainey Leadership Retreat. September 3,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Thomas Wodarek
Junior Thomas Wodarek spent this summer troubleshooting problems and developing software for Google. August 27,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Annaka Scheeres
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. August 19,2013 -
Old classics meet modern technology at CCEL
Calvin computer science students bring classic religious texts and hymns into the digital age. August 13,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Ryan Struyk
Senior Ryan Struyk is used to writing for Calvin's student newspaper. This summer, his writing hit the airwaves. August 13,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Charles Larson
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. August 12,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Adam Wolpa
Adam Wolpa draws on his experiences in food service to create his art. August 5,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Jeremy Smith
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. August 5,2013 -
Faculty Profile: James K.A. Smith
Professor James K.A. Smith was born to high school dropouts who weren't very religious. He became one of the most prominent Christian scholars in our culture. July 30,2013 -
Calvin prof leads nationwide literacy effort in Sierra Leone
Education professor Jo Kuyvenhoven is heading up the largest component of a $17.9 million "Revitalize Education Development Project" for Sierra Leone. July 24,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Libby Huizenga
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. July 23,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Won Lee
Calvin religion professor Won Lee considers teaching his ministry. July 19,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Maria Rodriguez
Calvin Spanish professor Maria Rodriguez trusted in God's plan even when the odds were stacked against her. July 16,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Reid Petro
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. July 16,2013 -
GR Walks app puts history in your hands
Calvin alum Josh Leo developed GR Walks, a new walking tour app. He worked with Calvin students to develop tours of Eastown and Heritage Hill-North. July 12,2013 -
Faculty Profile: David Wunder
Calvin engineering professor David Wunder thought he was going to be an architect until he took a few courses in water treatment. July 11,2013 -
Calvin remembers Bill Vande Kopple
On Wednesday, July 3, longtime English professor Bill Vande Kopple died unexpectedly. He's remembered as a great teacher and an encouraging mentor who cared deeply about students. July 10,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Rachel Mason
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. July 8,2013 -
Calvin mourns the loss of Bill Vande Kopple
On Wednesday, July 3, Calvin English professor Bill Vande Kopple died unexpectedly. Vande Kopple, 63, served at Calvin for more than 30 years. July 5,2013 -
Fiske Guide highlights Calvin's business, engineering programs
The 2014 Fiske Guide to Colleges highlights Calvin's business and engineering programs as some of the best among small colleges and universities. July 3,2013 -
Calvin remembers Bert Polman
On July 1, 2013, Calvin professor of music Bert Polman died following a lengthy battle with cancer. Polman, 68, served at Calvin since 2005. July 3,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Mercy Anguah
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. July 1,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Elisha Marr
Calvin sociology professor Elisha Marr is raising awareness about stereotypes in the media one class at a time. June 25,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Joel Westra
Joel Westra’s path to becoming a political science professor began from a childhood fascination with maps and militaries. June 21,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Jake Anderson and Daniel Joo
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. June 20,2013 -
Faculty Profile: Anding Shen
Biology professor Anding Shen is a prominent player in HIV research. June 13,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Melissa Darusz
Kinesiology and sports management major Melissa Darusz spent one summer interning with the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers. June 13,2013 -
Jeanne Nienhuis wins Spoelhof Award
Jeanne Nienhuis is the recipient of the 2013 Spoelhof Award—the highest honor any Calvin staff member can receive. June 11,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Andrew Mitchell
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. June 6,2013 -
Calvin's Honors Program names new director
History professor Bruce Berglund takes over the reins as director of Calvin's Honors Program. Classics professor Ken Bratt retired this past May after leading the Honors program for the past 20 years. June 6,2013 -
We Are Calvin: Rachel Wahl
This summer, Calvin students are keeping us informed on where they are and what they're doing—from working the Google HelpDesk in Seattle to engineering a bridge in Kenya. May 23,2013 -
NASA-funded student fellowships renewed
Two astronomy students have received space grants to continue their research on asteroid collisions and contact binary stars. May 20,2013 -
Speech Pathology masters program graduates its first class
Twenty-four students will receive their diplomas on Saturday, May 18, representing the inaugural class of Calvin's new speech pathology and audiology masters program. May 13,2013 -
Chem Demos turn 25
The annual Chem Demos have been delighting area middle schoolers for a quarter century. May 13,2013 -
2013 Media Showcase
The roster is long and the subjects—a local dairy, a bike accident, the Galapagos—are varied at the media production event. May 8,2013 -
Calvin online teacher is first educator to test Google Glass
Andrew Vanden Heuvel ’04 is the first non-Google employee to get his hands on the company’s new prototype for a wearable computer, Google Glass. May 7,2013 -
A $25,000 grant helps stroke survivors reclaim their voice in the church
Peggy Goetz is studying how people with communications disorders re-integrate into their churches. May 6,2013 -
Yonker is Professor of the Year
This year, Julie Yonker received the senior class' highest honor—and the traditional donuts. April 30,2013 -
Worship Symposium in Hong Kong
The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship is sponsoring its second-annual Symposium on Worship in Hong Kong. April 25,2013 -
History professor chairs MASAL panel
Calvin history professor Eric Washington was recently named the 2013–14 chair of the History Panel of the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts, and Letters (MASAL). April 25,2013 -
Grains of Hope
The Calvin Theatre Company tells the stories of refugees from many countries who now call Grand Rapids "home." April 12,2013 -
Two $200,000 grants for improving teacher quality
Calvin faculty are working with teachers from area schools to improve their teaching of writing, math. April 11,2013 -
Bringing the station wagon back to life
A new Calvin faculty member's documentary about the station wagon is up for an Emmy. April 11,2013 -
Goldwater tradition continues: Students earn top research award
Since 2008, Calvin College has had more Goldwater Scholars than any other liberal arts college in the nation. April 5,2013 -
Calvin remembers Frank Roberts
The Calvin mourns professor emeritus Frank Roberts, who died on Friday, March 29, 2013. April 3,2013 -
Professor featured in city anthology
English professor Lew Klatt is one of 16 Grand Rapids poets to be featured in a new anthology. April 2,2013