Anthony Diekema
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| Anthony J. Diekema | |
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| Born | 1933 Zeeland, MI |
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| Occupation | Calvin College |
| Title | President |
| Term | 1976-1995 |
| Predecessor | William Spoelhof |
| Successor | Gaylen Byker |
| Spouse | Doris Jeane Waanders |
| Children | Douglas; David; Dan; Paul; Mark; Maria Diekema-Zuidema; Tanya |
Anthony J. Diekema (b. 1933 in Zeeland, Michigan) is a former President of Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Diekema graduated from Calvin College in 1956 and went on to receive master's degree and a doctorate in sociology from Michigan State University.
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. He also purchased more land for the college to expand further and oversaw the expansion of the curriculum.
During his tenure, enrollments rose above 4000 for the first time. He is married to Doris Jeane Waanders and they have seven children.
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| Preceded by William Spoelhof |
President of Calvin College 1976-1995 |
Succeeded by Gaylen Byker |
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