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A Summer Full of STEM Research
Every year, dozens of faculty work with nearly 100 students in STEM fields to create new knowledge.
News & Stories – June 26, 2024 -
2020 grad says research experience at Calvin invaluable to post-grad success
We check in with 2020 grad Nathanael Kazmierczak, whose storied research career had its foundation set at Calvin University.
News & Stories – May 22, 2024 -
Calvin experience leads to Fulbright in Germany
On Saturday, May 4, Jonathan Holdridge will receive his diploma from Calvin University. A few months later, through the U.S. Fulbright program, the secondary chemistry education major is heading to Germany to teach English as a second language.
News & Stories – May 1, 2024 -
First-Year Research Turns Up Gold
Three Calvin University students have been named 2024 Goldwater Scholars. The scholarship is widely considered to be the most prestigious award for undergraduate students in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering in the United States.
News & Stories – April 2, 2024 -
Opportunities illuminated in student's first year at Calvin
As a sophomore, Mariana Dykstra has already co-authored a paper that is published in the Journal for Chemical Education, which is considered the top publication for chemical educators.
News & Stories – February 13, 2024 -
A rare and regular opportunity at Calvin University
For junior biology major Luke Schipper, his rare disease research experience at Calvin University provided him a path to pursue his passion and opened doors to future opportunities.
News & Stories – February 7, 2024 -
Faith Formation is On The Table
Calvin University offers a buffet of options to help students grow in their faith. On January 28, one of those options kicks off: a campus-wide Bible study of the Gospel of John.
News & Stories – January 23, 2024 -
When the journey and the finish line both matter
There are many paths and places to prepare to become a doctor. For Catie Kramer, from Pickering, Ontario, Calvin University provided her a path where her other goals, to run cross country and track and to grow in her Christian faith, would not compete with, but rather complement her career pursuit.
News & Stories – March 23, 2023 -
Calvin students team up to save energy during January
During January, hundreds of Calvin students participated in Kill-A-Watt, a competition between residence halls to see who can conserve the most energy. Collectively, the residents saved 53,000-watt hours of electricity per day in the dorms.
News & Stories – February 3, 2023 -
Major Watershed Restoration Grant Awarded to Plaster Creek Stewards
Calvin University's Plaster Creek Stewards has been awarded a major two-year grant from the State of Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The grant has a total value of over $1 million.
News & Stories – June 21, 2022 -
STEM student receives Beckman scholarship
Fenton Lawler ‘22 talks about his research experiences and future aspirations after accepting the honorable Beckman scholarship. Calvin University is among a select group of institutions nationwide who has a Beckman Scholars Program.
News & Stories – May 18, 2022 -
Fulbright Recognizes Two Calvin Students with Highly Competitive Awards
Two graduating seniors, Michelle Merritt and Sarah Gibes, have received highly competitive Fulbright awards.
News & Stories – May 13, 2022 -
Calvin Students Discover and Name New Glowing Chemical Compound “Knightletin”
Chemistry students spontaneously discover a new chemical compound that when shown under black light, glows a brilliant blue.
News & Stories – February 3, 2022 -
Rare Form
As a collaborative team, Baker (left) and Wilstermann (right) use their individual areas of expertise to address complex problems from different angles.
Spark – October 1, 2021 -
Calvin alum goes to great lengths to support cause
Calvin University alum Marian Cardwell attempted a record-breaking feat in the open water for a cause near and dear to her heart.
News & Stories – August 6, 2021 -
Innovating, Serving, and Equipping Students for Success
Professor of Chemistry Kumar Sinniah is the 2021 recipient of the Presidential Award for Exemplary Teaching, the highest teaching honor at Calvin University.
News & Stories – May 24, 2021 -
Calvin University grad among 12 Hertz Fellows nationwide
Nathanael Kazmierczak, a 2020 Calvin University graduate, is one of the 12 recipients of the prestigious Hertz Fellowship.
News & Stories – May 18, 2021 -
A humanities major at heart finds place in pre-med
As a freshman, Christopher Visser immediately declared a double major in classics and philosophy. Now he is in his 5th year at Calvin majoring in classics and biochemistry and heading to medical school in the fall.
News & Stories – April 21, 2021 -
Research experience guides students to Goldwater Scholarships
Two Calvin University students were recently named Goldwater Scholars, widely considered the most prestigious award for undergraduate students in the sciences. They credit their research at Calvin for opening many doors.
News & Stories – April 16, 2021 -
A Common and Rare Purpose
Calvin University recently partnered with Spectrum Health and MSU College of Human Medicine to create the Rare Disease Network. Calvin senior Elle Hazlett was instrumental in launching this community of rare disease researchers, doctors, patients and their families.
News & Stories – February 20, 2021 -
Calvin names Bere Award winner
Jacob Lyon honored with Calvin's Bere Award, the top award for male student-athletes.
Spark – September 1, 2020 -
Show your stripes at Calvin University's Rare Disease Symposium
Calvin University Rare Disease Research & Support will host a Rare Disease Symposium on Rare Disease Day, February 29th, 2020 at the Prince Conference Center.
News & Stories – February 25, 2020 -
Striking a balance
David Beversluis has found a way to connect his interest in international politics with medicine. Working for Doctors Without Borders, he spends six months of the year serving marginalized populations by providing health care and advocating for human rights.
Spark – April 1, 2019 -
Alum's Fulbright focuses on conservation in Nicaragua
Alumni will use passion for biology and missions to aid locals in hurricane-ravaged rainforest.
Spark – September 1, 2017 -
Calvin duo receives top science awards
Calvin juniors win Goldwater Scholarships, the highest national award for undergraduates in the sciences.
Spark – June 15, 2016
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