In appreciation for your investment in the future of Calvin University, we invite you to join us for these exclusive 150th anniversary William Spoelhof Society Events!
Society Series 2025/26
Gather with President Greg Elzinga
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | 3:00 p.m.
*in person or via livestream
Celebrate Calvin's 150th with President Elzinga-hear insights on Calvin today and what's ahead! Please register whether you are attending in person (with refreshments after) or joining via livestream.
Knights Volleyball Hospitality Suite
Friday, October 3, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
Calvin Women's Volleyball is geared up for an exciting season with a vibrant team. Join us in supporting the Knights while enjoying delicious food and engaging conversations in the hospitality suite at Van Noord Arena.
Knights Basketball Suite
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 2:30 p.m.
Calvin Men's Basketball is ready for a great season with a dynamic team. Join us in the Van Noord Arena hospitality suite to cheer them on and enjoy food and fellowship.
Calvin Theater Company Spring Musical
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
Experience the joy of Calvin's Theater Company at their spring musical! We will reserve you a ticket and provide light refreshments prior to the show.
Register for the Society Series
Registering for these events is easy but capacity is limited.
Reserve your spot today!
PLUS, this year we are coming to you! Calvin University 150th Celebration on the Road!
In honor of Calvin's 150th celebration, Calvin is hosting 30+ events across the country to bring alumni and friends together!
As a valued member of the William Spoelhof Society, you can enjoy 50% off registration to the event in your area with exclusive discount code: WSS150
Registration for fall events opens August 1. Registration for spring events opens October 1.
Visit the 150th celebration website to see if we are coming to your city and register!
Register for the 150th event in your city!
Additional Events* (*registration is separate for these events)
Spoelhof Sneakers
Saturday, October 5, 2024 - 8:00 am
"Spoelhof Sneakers" will be a team of runners/walkers in the Calvin Homecoming 5k. A a WSS member you will receive complimentary
race registration, special perks, and an {optional} modified race route.
You will receive a free race registration, race t-shirt, and special gold bib by using the coupon code "WSS".
Please see the below registration information for the sign-up details you need!
Registration Information
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Head to calvin.edu/events/classic/
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Scroll down and click "Register!"
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This will take you to the registration page. Select the "Sign Up" button below the 5k option.
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During registration, you will be invited to "join or create a team." Select "Yes", and then select "Spoelhof Sneakers"
under "William Spoelhof Society."
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When you arrive at "Purchase Summary," submit the coupon code "WSS" to receive your discount. This will bring your
total down to zero!
Calvin Start-up Garage Pitch Up Night
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Calvin CFAC Recital Hall
Join us as we support young entrepreneurs for a fun evening full of creativity, business, and prizes. Calvin Start-Up Garage
empowers students to make their business dreams a reality. This event will showcase 12 Calvin Student entrepreneurs as they
pitch their creative company ideas to a panel of judges. WSS will have a group of reserved seats at this event. Please register
with the link below to reserve your seat.
Calvin Start-up Garage Pitch Up Night
You may contact our team at any time with questions about how you can support Calvin University through a planned gift or how to stay
connected through the William Spoelhof Society.
For questions about these events, please call (616) 526-6790 or email [email protected].