In Memoriam

Ralph Honderd | 1939–2022

Health and physical education

Longtime Calvin professor, coach, and athletics administrator Ralph Honderd died April 3 after battling illness for several weeks. Honderd was 83.

As a student, Honderd was known for his long wing span and giant hands. Throughout his tenure at Calvin, he used those large hands as well as his heart to serve the campus and greater west Michigan community.

Honderd arrived at Calvin as a student in the fall of 1957 and over the next four years, he made his mark in both basketball and track and field.

After graduating from Calvin in 1962, Honderd taught at Western Michigan Christian High School in Muskegon but returned to Calvin in 1966 to serve as a faculty member and coach after earning his master’s in kinesiology from Michigan State University. He later received his PhD in kinesiology from Michigan State in 1985.

Honderd would serve Calvin as a faculty member and coach for the next 38 years. His tenure included head coaching responsibilities in men’s basketball, women’s golf, and men’s and women’s track and field.

IN MEMORIAM

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SEPTEMBER 30–OCTOBER 1, 2022

Calvin Classic 5k & Family Fun Run: Come to campus to run, walk, handcycle, volunteer, or cheer at this festive Saturday morning race.

Homecoming highlights: From hockey and soccer competitions to a Gospel Choir celebration of African American musical history, you’ll find a wide variety of activities for alumni, students, families, and friends.

Can’t make it back to campus? Participate in the virtual Calvin Classic wherever you are or request a Reunion in a Box for a personal gathering with four or more alumni friends.

View the full event schedule at calvin.edu/homecoming