Class Year: 1990

Matthew Kuiper ’98 and Laurie Byington ‘96 Kuiper

Matthew Kuiper ’98 is an assistant professor of religious studies at Missouri State University and has published his second book, Da’wa: A Global History of Islamic Missionary Thought and Practice, which was published by Edinburgh University Press in late January 2021. Matthew, who is married to Laurie Byington ‘96 Kuiper, spent nearly three years researching… Continue Reading →

Glyn Williams ’98

Glyn Williams ’98 acquired Mahlmann Media, and is serving as CEO. Mahlmann Media is an out-of-home advertising media owner, operator, and representative that has been in business for over 30 years, previously owned by Richard and Susan Mahlmann. After nearly 20 years at outdoor advertising agencies, he started at Mahlmann Media in 2019 as chief… Continue Reading →

Dana “Max” DeVries ’93

Dana DeVries, also known as Max to his family, passed away Friday, May 21 at Holland Hospital. He was born September 25, 1970 in East Grand Rapids, and spent his early years in Pennsylvania before moving back to East Grand Rapids. He attended Hope College where he met his wife Lisa. After graduation, he spent… Continue Reading →

Kirsten Allen ’90 Bartels

Kirsten Allen ’90 Bartels and her husband Bart have returned to Holland, Michigan, and are now living in the historical district mere blocks from campus. She is the chief academic officer for Akad/Asia. Continue Reading →

Jason Elmore ’93

Jason Elmore ’93 is the 28th circuit court judge for Wexford and Missaukee counties. He also published his first book, The Field. He and his wife, Alicia Mendenhall ’94 Elmore, celebrated their 28th anniversary on May 22. Continue Reading →

Kuria Van Wieren ’98

Kuria Van Wieren ’98 is living in Bonita Springs, Florida, and is working as a travel nurse healthcare recruiter. She is a registered nurse and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. Continue Reading →

Rebecca de Velder ’99 Fein

Rebecca de Velder ’99 Fein created a television show for Amazon Fire, Roku and Apple TV called Everyday Science. The show communicates science to the curious and encourages everyone to embrace the scientist within. The show covers topics related to the pandemic, but also science topics in general. Continue Reading →

Matthew Erickson ’94

Matthew E. Erickson, 49, a doctor of chiropractic and owner of Body Right Chiropractic, died Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Mease Countryside Hospital. Dr. Matt grew up in Maple City, MI and attended Glen Lake Schools where he graduated from high school in 1990.  He then attended Hope College in Holland, Michigan where he obtained… Continue Reading →

Joshua Watkin ’94

Joshua David Watkin, certified arborist and owner of Watkin Tree Pro in Holland, MI, passed away while on the job on Monday afternoon, August 16th, 2021. Joshua was 50 years old and is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Amy, and their six children, Joshua and his wife Tiffany, Anna, Alexa, Micah, Elizabeth,… Continue Reading →

Susan Veldhof ’95

Susan Veldhof, age 48 of Holland, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021. Susan was born in Holland February 10, 1973 to Roger and Carol (Mouw) Veldhof. She graduated fromHolland Christian High School and earned a Bachelors Degree from Hope College. Susan was a member of Graafschap Christian Reformed Church and worked for Nelis Imports (… Continue Reading →

Darrin Duistermars ’90

  Darrin Duistermars ’90 has received the 2021 Michigan Recreation & Parks Association Fellowship Award, which is presented to a member who consistently demonstrates significant investment, support and guidance to fellow professionals. Honorees exemplify the highest level of professionalism in all aspects of the profession, in their own organization and within the membership. Nominees must… Continue Reading →

Mark Van Genderen ’90

Mark Van Genderen ’90 is the president of the commercial snow and ice division at Douglas Dynamics in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He and his wife, Laura, and their four children (ages 7-16) continue to reside in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Continue Reading →

Jeff Brown ’96

Team “12 Cents,” consisting of 12 alumni of the Centurian Fraternity, won the Masters division of Ragnar Michigan on September 25. Ragnar Michigan is a 200-mile running relay race from Muskegon to Traverse City. Each of the 12 team members runs three legs varying from three to nine miles each. The team members were: Jeff… Continue Reading →

Cindy Canavera ’96 Crannell

Cindy Canavera ’96 Crannell has been teaching STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) in River Forest (Illinois) School District 90 the last three years. Recently she was awarded The Jacobs Educator Award from Indiana University for her ability to teach lessons that teach students computational thinking. Continue Reading →

Erik Eldred ’96

Team “12 Cents,” consisting of 12 alumni of the Centurian Fraternity, won the Masters division of Ragnar Michigan on September 25. Ragnar Michigan is a 200-mile running relay race from Muskegon to Traverse City. Each of the 12 team members runs three legs varying from three to nine miles each. The team members were: Jeff… Continue Reading →

Jeremy Van Ek ’96

Team “12 Cents,” consisting of 12 alumni of the Centurian Fraternity, won the Masters division of Ragnar Michigan on September 25. Ragnar Michigan is a 200-mile running relay race from Muskegon to Traverse City. Each of the 12 team members runs three legs varying from three to nine miles each. The team members were: Jeff… Continue Reading →