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Winkle, Jeff
Classical Languages
Journal article. "Love and Providence: Recognition in the Ancient Novel," Bryn Mawr Classical Review (forthcoming). Peer reviewed.

Venema, Gerard
Mathematics & Statistics
Book authored. Exploring Advanced Euclidean Geometry with GeoGebra, Mathematical Association of America, Washington, DC Peer reviewed.

Admiraal, Kristen
Social Work
Poster presentation. "Reframing HIV/AIDS Education: Meeting the Knowledge Needs of Older Adults," National Conference on Social Work and HIV/AIDS. hotel, Chicago, Illinois. 05/23/2013

Carpenter, Joel
Administration
Talk contributed at a conference. "Funding and Institutional Relationships," Seminar: Making Travel Transformative. Plowshares Institute, Simsbury, Connecticut. 05/02/2013

Fynewever, Herb
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Book review. H. Fynewever, Review of "Climate Change and Global Energy Security" by Marilyn A. Brown and Benjamin K. Sovacool, in Science Books and Films vol. 49, iss. 5, p. 109 (2013).

Witvliet, John
Congregational & Ministry Studies
Book edited or translated. Editor for Liturgical Resources, Lift Up Your Hearts (Faith Alive, 2013)

Witvliet, John
Congregational & Ministry Studies
Magazine article. "Ten Reasons Why Hymnals Have a Future," Reformed Worship, June 2013, 14-17

Bruxvoort, Crystal
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Book chapter. "Visual Data in Science Education: A Cognitive Perspective on Conceptual Change in Science." Peer reviewed.

Luttikhuizen, Henry
Art & Art History
Book review. Review of Kathryn Rudy, Virtual Pilgrimages in the Convent: Imagining Jerusalem in the Middle Ages (Brepols, 2011) in Studies in Iconography 34 (2013).

Fuentes, David
Music
Book chapter. "The Best Thing in Life is Free" (Music and Freedom) in It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God

van Liere, Frans
History
Book review. Review of Holy Scripture and the Quest for Authority at the End of the Middle Ages, by Ian Christopher Levy. In: Marginalia. A Review of books in history, theology and religion. Online at: http://themarginaliareview.com/archives/2449. 22 May 2013. http://themarginaliareview.com/archives/2449

Noe, David
Classical Languages
Audio recording (e.g. CD). Audio recording of Anne Groton's Greek textbook, "From Alpha to Omega: A Beginning Course in Classical Greek, 4th Edition." I recorded all 50 chapters of the new text, reading the Attic Greek for the sentences and longer passages for translation, as well as the chapter vocabularies. Peer reviewed. http://courses.pullins.com/course/category.php?id=15

Dykstra-Pruim, Pennylyn
Germanic & Asian Languages & Literatures
Work was the focus of a workshop or conference. "Cultural Intelligence Building," Training for World Renew Field Workers. Retreat Center, Toronto, Ontario. 05/02/2013

Dykstra-Pruim, Pennylyn
Germanic & Asian Languages & Literatures
Work was the focus of a workshop or conference. "Cultural Intelligence," Annual Board Meeting World Renew. Retreat Center, Toronto, Ontario. 05/03/2013

den Dulk, Kevin
Political Science
Book review. den Dulk, Kevin R. 2013. Book Review of Why Tolerate Religion? Law and Politics Book Review 23 (5): pp. 219-22. http://www.lpbr.net/2013/05/why-tolerate-religion.html

Betts, Thomas
Business
Conference abstract. Abstract Published: "Death by Projects? Surviving and Trhiving with Real-World Porjects" Winner of Best Practice Presentation at 2012 CBFA Conference. Published in Spring 2013 Christian Business Academy Review. Peer reviewed.

Adams, Joel
Computer Science
Paper published in conference proceedings. J. Adams, R. Brown, E. Shoop, "Patterns and Exemplars: Compelling Strategies for Teaching Parallel and Distributed Computing to CS Undergraduates," EduPar-13, 27th IEEE International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium, May 2013, pp. 1244-1251. Peer reviewed. http://www.ipdps.org/

Vande Kopple, William
English
Creative writing piece (poem, short story, etc.). "There was once a fine-arts magazine," Limerick, Calvin College Dialogue, May, 2013, 45,28.

Norman, Victor
Computer Science
Talk contributed at a conference. "Teaching Virtuous Computer Programming," Association of Christians in the Mathematical Sciences (ACMS). Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota. 05/31/2013

Norman, Victor
Computer Science
Talk contributed at a conference. "Bridging the Digital Divide: Opportunities for Partnerships between Christian Colleges in Developing and Developed Countries," International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/24/2013

Yonker, Julie
Psychology
Talk contributed at a conference. "'Already and not yet': Toward an Understanding of the Tensions of Christian College Students," International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/17/2013

Kim, Young
History
Invited lecture. "An 'Archaeology' of Epiphanius of Cyprus," Spring Lecture Series. Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute, Nicosia, Cyprus. 05/23/2013

Molnar, Larry
Physics & Astronomy
Talk contributed at a conference. "The Short Period End of the Distribution of Contact Binary Stars," 40 Years of Variable Stars. Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. 05/30/2013

Bailey, Patrick
Computer Science
Drama/musical performance. "Four Wounded Women (Character of Leo)," Presenation of an original play by Mike Smolinsky. Dog Story Theater, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/02/2013

Lee, Youngkhill
Kinesiology
Church group presentation. "The Unexpected Grace," Sunday Evening Worship. Madison Square Christian Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/12/2013

Fuentes, David
Music
Keynote or plenary address. "Do You Hear What I Hear? Listening as Research," 16th Annual Rall Symposium on Undergraduate Research. North Central College, Naperville, Illinois. 05/14/2013

Rossman, Carol
Nursing
Poster presentation. "Scholarship Evaluation Tool Integrating Roles of PhD and DNP Faculty," National Conference for Nurse Practitioners. Opryland Hotel and Convention Center, Nashville, Tennessee. 05/01/2013

Schoone-Jongen, Robert
History
Talk contributed at a conference. "On Both Sides of the Line: Dutch Americans and the Paterson Silk Strike," Paterson Silk Strike Centennial Conference 1913-2013. William Paterson University, Wayne, New Jersey. 05/20/2013

Molnar, Larry
Physics & Astronomy
Talk contributed at a conference. "Automated Searches for Variable Stars," 40 Years of Variable Stars. Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. 05/30/2013

Molnar, Larry
Physics & Astronomy
Talk contributed at a conference. "Atypical Changing Light Curves of Three New Close Binaries," 40 Years of Variable Stars. Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. 05/30/2013

De Vries, Herm
Germanic & Asian Languages & Literatures
Talk contributed at a conference. "Study-Travel Abroad to a Heritage Culture," International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education. Calvin College, Grand Rapdis, Michigan. 05/24/2013

Westra, Joel
Political Science
Interviewed. "North Korea: Clear and Present Danger?" Newsmakers. WGVU Channel 35, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/14/2013

Hoekema, David
Philosophy
Session chair. "No Longer at Ease: Benefits of Long-Term Study in Africa," International Association for Promotion of Christian Higher Education. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/24/2013

Rossman, Carol
Nursing
Keynote or plenary address. "It's Opener, Out There, in the Wide, Open Air," Calvin College Department of Nursing Pinning Ceremony. Covenant Fine Arts Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/16/2013

Carpenter, Joel
Administration
Session chair. "Internationalizing Christian Higher Education," International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE) International Conference. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/24/2013

Roels, Shirley
Administration
Talk contributed at a conference. "Christian Education for Business: Connecting Scholarship to Teaching and Practice," Internationalizing Christian Higher Education. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/24/2013

Dykstra-Pruim, Pennylyn
Germanic & Asian Languages & Literatures
Talk contributed at a conference. "Engaging Pedagogically with Cultural Difference," International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE). Conference Center Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/25/2013

Halteman, Matt
Philosophy
Invited lecture. "The Hermeneutics of Eating Animals: Resources from the Continental Tradition," Workshop on Philosophy Comes to Dinner. University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont. 05/24/2013

Halteman, Matt
Philosophy
Invited lecture. "Teaching Animal Ethics," Animal Ethics Pedagogy Workshop (with Andrew Chignell, Cornell University). University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont. 05/24/2013

Yonker, Julie
Psychology
Keynote or plenary address. "Surprises," 2013 Zero Day: Graduation Breakfast Address. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/18/2013

Triezenberg, Glenn
Administration
Talk contributed at a conference. Introduction, Michigan Regional Conference for AP High School Teachers. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 05/21/2103

Roberts, F. Corey
Germanic & Asian Languages & Literatures
External grant (not govt). Central College Abroad Travel Grant

Moseley, Christopher
Mathematics & Statistics
Journal article. Jeanne N. Clelland, Christopher G. Moseley, and George R. Wilkens, "Geometry of Optimal Control for Control-Affine Systems," SIGMA (forthcoming). Peer reviewed.

Kapitula, Todd
Mathematics & Statistics
Book authored. Spectral and Dynamical Stability of Nonlinear Waves, Springer (2013)

Van Dragt, Randy
Biology
Journal article. K. M. M. Steensma, D. R. Clements, J. R. Wood, R. G. Van Dragt, and B. Lowe, "Stewarding the Gift of Land: Christian Campuses as Land Management Models," Perspectives on Science and Christian Faith, forthcoming. Peer reviewed.

Lee, Youngkhill
Kinesiology
Church group presentation. "Wrestling with God," Sunday Evening Worship. Madison Square Christian Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/09/2013

Yonker, Julie
Psychology
Keynote or plenary address. "Who are our College Students," Science Division Summer Learning Series. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/18/2013

Hanson, Craig
Art & Art History
Invited lecture. "Zhang Huan: From Performance to Ashes" in connection with the exhibition "Looking East, Facing West: The World of Zhang Huan". Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/11/2013

Schoone-Jongen, Robert
History
Invited lecture. "Loyalties in Conflict: Theodore F. Koch Confronts the First World War," Association for the Advancement of Dutch American Studies: 19th Biennial Conference. Central College, Pella, Iowa. 06/07/2013

Schoone-Jongen, Robert
History
Talk contributed at a conference. "Loyalties in Conflict: Theodore F. Koch Confronts the First World War," Association for the Advancement of Dutch American Studies: 19th Biennial Conference. Central College, Pella, Iowa. 06/07/2013

Schoone-Jongen, Robert
History
Invited lecture. "Sojourners in the Land: Immigration to the United States-Then and Now," Calvin Academy of Lifelong Learning. Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/10-06/2013/2012

Proppe, Darren
Biology
Invited lecture. "Conservation Biology," Presentation to URGE students. Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, Hastings, Michigan. 06/13/2013

Wolters-Fredlund, Benita
Music
Invited lecture. "The Birth of Rock 'n' Roll," OLLI lecture series . Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 06/14/2013

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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