Anthony Diekema
| Anthony J. Diekema | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1933 Zeeland, Michigan, United States |
| Title | President of Calvin College |
| Term | 1976–1995 |
| Predecessor | William Spoelhof |
| Successor | Gaylen Byker |
| Spouse(s) | Doris Jeane Waanders |
| Children | Douglas; David; Dan; Paul; Mark; Maria Diekema-Zuidema; Tanya |
Anthony J. Diekema (born 1933 in Zeeland, Michigan,[1] United States) is a former President of Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States.[1][2]
Diekema graduated from Calvin College in 1956, where he played on the men's basketball team,[3] 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]
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| Preceded by | President of Calvin College 1976-1995 |
Succeeded by Gaylen Byker |
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