Anthony Diekema
| Anthony J. Diekema | |
|---|---|
| Born |
1933 Zeeland, Michigan |
| Nationality | American |
| Title | President of Calvin College |
| Spouse(s) | Doris Jeane Waanders |
| Academic background | |
| Alma mater | |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | Sociologist |
Anthony J. Diekema (born 1933) was President of Calvin College from 1976 to 1995.[1][1]
Diekema graduated from Calvin College in 1956, where he played on the men's basketball team,[2] and went on to receive a master's degree and a doctorate in sociology from Michigan State University.[1] When Diekema came to Calvin College in 1976, he completed the development of the campus master plan and began construction projects to meet growing needs.[1] He also purchased more land for the college to expand further and oversaw the expansion of the curriculum.[1] During his tenure, enrollments rose above 4,000 for the first time.[1] He is married to Doris Jeane Waanders and they have seven children.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Anthony J. Diekema". Heritage Hall. Calvin College. Retrieved 22 November 2013.
- ↑ "C CLUB HONORS FORMER PRESIDENT TONY DIEKEMA" The Calvin Spark. Retrieved 2015-08-20.
| Academic offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by William Spoelhof |
President of Calvin College 1976-1995 |
Succeeded by Gaylen Byker |
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