Ronald Buikema Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of the late Ronald Buikema of South Holland, Illinois. Mr. Buikema was a lawyer, an alumnus of Calvin, an active supporter of the college, and a member of the college's Board of Trustees at the time of his death in 1997. Candidates are Calvin students entering their senior year who are planning to attend law school or a graduate program in politics or government. They must demonstrate leadership skills and involvement in community or extracurricular college activities. A grade point average of 3.00 or higher is required. First preference is given to graduates of Illiana Christian High School in Lansing, Illinois, and second preference is given to graduates of other Chicago area high schools who meet the above criteria. If there are no qualified candidates from these high schools, others will be considered. To apply, use the Upper-class Named Scholarship Application available through KnightVision in January. This scholarship is not renewable. Two scholarships of $2,200 were awarded for 2007-2008.
Kunnen Family International Student Scholarship
Mr. Ron and Mrs. Anne Kunnen established this scholarship in gratitude for God's blessings to them. The Kunnens wish to share these blessings with students who exemplify a Christian commitment and who will pursue academic excellence at Calvin, where excellence is the standard and not a goal. Preference is given to students pursuing a science or medicine degree who come from a developing nation with the intention of returning to that country after completion of his/her education. No separate application is required. This scholarship is automatically renewable if a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 is maintained. Each year one top international student will receive this $6,500 scholarship.
