Carlos van Regteren Altena
1927–2014 (age 87)
Biography
Carlos van Regteren Altena nurtured minds as a university teacher, translating vast knowledge into meaningful lessons and encouraging students at Westerveld to question, create, and carry their learning forward with integrity. His thoughtful lectures and patient mentorship carved out a lasting influence on those fortunate enough to study beside him.
He is remembered for his warmth, curiosity, and the thoughtful way he connected scholarship with life’s deeper questions.