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Spark

The official alumni magazine of Calvin University

Calvin Spark is the triannual magazine of the Calvin Alumni Association. Intended primarily for the 65,000 members of the association, the publication also aims to build relationships with Calvin friends and reflect a reformed Christian perspective to anyone reading the magazine.

First published in the spring of 1954, Spark continues the legacy of alumni communication begun with the initiation of the “Alumni Letter” in 1925. It is published three times a year: Spring, Fall, and Winter.

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From the Director's Desk

Given the nature of our alumni work at Calvin, we’re often thinking about milestones and marking significant events. There are the normal rhythms of campus life, of course: Commencement, move-in day, reunions, and the like. But sometimes, milestones hit me differently for various reasons.

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Class of 1974's 50-year reunion medallions
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Jeff Haverdink headshot
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A group of people give a standing ovation at Calvin University January Series.
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Cover of Spark magazine, with cyclists on mountain bikes, biking through Monument valley with red rock cliffs and blue sky in the distance.

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Are you a Calvin alum with a story to share with the Calvin community? We'd love to hear your story. Email spark@calvin.edu with news updates, feedback, or content suggestions.

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Editors and Designers

Jeff Haverdink headshot

Jeff Haverdink

Executive Director of Alumni & Family Engagement
526-6142
Amanda Impens

Amanda Impens

Associate Director of Creative Services
(616) 526-6150