Scholarships for current students
The Roger D. Griffioen Scholarship
This scholarship was established by alumni and friends to honor Professor Roger Griffioen's 38 years of service and leadership.
As a teacher Dr. Griffioen strived for excellence in his teaching and all areas of life. In the classroom, he was consistently willing to try new ideas and techniques, always with the goal of serving students paramount. He was a positive influence on the lives of both students and colleagues, setting high but realistic standards for them to achieve, and he willingly gave of himself to assist others.
Dr. Griffioen served 19 years as chairman of the Physics and Astronomy Department as well as 7 years as Academic Dean for the Natural Sciences and Contextual Disciplines.
Amount
One scholarship of $1,750 for 2013-2014 to a current student
Criteria
- a current Calvin College student planning to enroll full time the following year
- pursuing a physics major
- entering the sophomore, junior or senior year
- although there is no minimum grade point average requirement, the student's academic record will be one of the factors considered in selecting a recipient.
The Howard and Betty VanTill Scholarship
Howard J. and Betty L. VanTill established this scholarship to honor the excellence of Calvin College's Department of Physics and Astronomy in preparing students for fruitful careers in these fundamental sciences. Howard VanTill served as a professor of Physics and Astronomy at Calvin for 31 years before his retirement in 1997. In both his teaching and his writing, Professor VanTill challenged Christian students to construct their worldviews in a way that demonstrated a high regard for what the natural sciences have learned about the universe that makes possible the rich experience of human life.
Amount
One scholarship of $1,500 for 2013-2014
Criteria
- current Calvin College student planning to enroll full time the following year
- pursuing a physics major
- have an overall GPA of a B+ or better
- entering the sophomore, junior or senior year
- financial need is not required
The Tetzloff Scholarship
In gratitude for the help they received from their parents and for their Calvin education, the Tetzloff family established this scholarship to assist students whose ongoing education may be hampered by financial constraints. It is the sincere desire of the Tetzloff family to encourage students in their education as they prepare for their calling in Christ's kingdom.
Amount
One scholarship of $1,250 for 2013-2014
Criteria
- current Calvin College student planning to enroll full time the following year
- pursuing a physics major
- have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
- entering the sophomore, junior or senior year
- financial need is required
