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Jack: A Compassionate Compendium

Edited by Donald A. Luidens and JoHannah M. Smith

Jack coverA tribute to Dr. Jacob E. Nyenhuis, scholar, servant, leader. Thirty-six authors tell the story of Jack's personal character and his distinction as a scholar and leader in academia, with two chapters of original research.

“There is little doubt that Jack Nyenhuis leaves a distinctive legacy at Hope College. I am grateful to have known Jack as a trusted and wise colleague, a valued friend and a person of deep and abiding faith.�
—Gordon J. Van Wylen

“The intellectual life of the college flourished under his leadership.�
—Dennis N. Voskuil

“Jack Nyenhuis has always exemplified high aspirations, for himself and for others, yet without a trace of hubris.�
—Caroline J. Simon

“In my forty-two years of observing and knowing Jack, the one constant has been his grace, compassion and kindness.�
—David G. Myers

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