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Young Alumni Award

This young alum:

  • personifies the mission of the Calvin Alumni Association which connects alumni, strengthens the university, and inspires alumni to answer God’s call
  • is a Calvin graduate under 40 years of age (as of December 31 of the year nominated)
  • has received recognition as an emerging leader through professional and/or community achievements
  • exemplifies outstanding professional and personal development either through traditional channels or innovative approaches
  • serves as a role model for current and future Calvin students and alumni
  • demonstrates a strong faith commitment as an agent of renewal for Jesus Christ

2023
Nate Knapper '08 
Washington D.C.
Founder, The Joseph Project
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2022
Nana Owusu-Achau '12 
Accra, Ghana
Chief Farmer, Agro Kings
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2021
Ryan Struyk '14 
Washington D.C.
Producer, CNN
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2019Ìý
Chris Palmer '06
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Founder, PhotoUp
Specialist, New Business Innovation, Steelcase Inc.
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2018
Jacqueline Klamer ’08
Manila, Philippines
Southeast Asia Regional Facilitator, Partners Worldwide
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2017Ìý
Ryan Roff ’09
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Owner, BoldSocks
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2016
Anne Zaki ’99
Cairo, Egypt
Assistant Professor, Evangelical Theological Seminary
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2015
Anissa Adkins Eddie ’05 
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Co-Owner, Malamiah Juice Bar
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2014
Katelyn Beaty ’06
Carol Stream, Ill.
Managing Editor, Christianity Today (at the time of the award)
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2024 Award Recipient: Airin Efferin