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Radio’s Resilience: “It’s not as dead as people think,” says…
The arc of radio has certainly passed its peak. The medium that gave rise to the radio star not only…
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Swipe, Scroll and Say Goodbye?
At a local Walgreens, a few days before Jan. 19, two store clerks discuss their social media habits. One remarks…
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From all-nighters to health risks: The true impact of chronic…
Forty-five percent of college students report experiencing chronic stress, or stress above the average level, according to data from The…
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The Macatawa Pickle Crisis and a solution involving sipping
PARODY ADVISORY *Please note that this article is part of the Ranchor (the Anchor’s satirical edition)! Since its conception, Hope College has lived near the beautiful, clean, crystalline waters of Lake Macatawa. Known for its beautiful hues of blue and green, the lake is a frequent stop for college students in need of a clarifying swim at…
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2025 Commencement Speaker Announced: Taylor Swift is entering her ‘Roll Dutch’ Era!
PARODY ADVISORY *Please note that this article is part of the Ranchor (the Anchor’s satirical edition)! With graduation around the corner, campus has been buzzing with predictions on who this year’s commencement speaker will be. Well students, look no further – the Anchor is breaking the exclusive announcement. We are proud to announce that this year’s 2025…
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The internship wars tearing Hope College apart: A Case Study
PARODY ADVISORY *Please note that this article is part of the Ranchor (the Anchor’s satirical edition)! “Whether you’re just beginning your undergraduate experience or about to head off for new adventures, the Boerigter Center for Calling and Career supports you in the next steps of your career development journey.” Is a quote direct from the Boerigter Center’s…
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The newest addition to Hope College’s campus has the campus swimming with excitement…literally!
PARODY ADVISORY *Please note that this article is part of the Ranchor (the Anchor’s satirical edition)! This Fall, the campus welcomed the long awaited 4,500 square foot addition to the DeWitt Student Center – the Jim & Eileen Heeringa Dance Wing. Beginning back in the summer of 2023, students witnessed the evolution of the construction hole by…
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Lemurgate: Rockie’s Disappearance
PARODY ADVISORY *Please note that this article is part of the Ranchor (the Anchor’s satirical edition)! Beginning late March, sightings of a monkey-like, agile creature have been spotted on campus. Appearing in dorm rooms, Cook’s courtyard, and even in dorm showers, the animal’s presence has puzzled many. According to experts from the Illinois Zoo, the mysterious creature…
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All About The Park Theatre
Many historic theatres that were once popular weekend spots have been torn down throughout the decades. However, vintage buildings bring so much charm to local cities and deserve to be treasured and preserved. Park Theatre in Holland, Michigan has beaten the odds and has been turned into a flourishing non-profit music venue right across the…
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The Fight of Scientific Research
With less than two months into President Trump’s second term, he has already begun implementing significant changes. With the new Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, many officialgovernment corporations have faced layoffs and major budget cuts. On Wednesday, March 5,federal judges barred an executive order issued on February 15 that would cut funding…
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SBI Lecture Confronts Questions of AI and Personhood
On March 10, Hope College students, faculty, and community members crowded into Winants Auditorium for a fascinating talk on one of the most pertinent and far-reaching technologies of our day: artificial intelligence (or AI). As religion professor Dr. Jared Ortiz noted in his opening comments, the wide range of co-sponsors for this event (including the…
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Why is truly connecting with others and listening to them a radical idea?
Guest Writer: Eliana Riemer (’26) With all that is going on in America today, it is so easy to get lost in the weeds— deciphering the contradictory messages in the media, and deciding whose interpretations of policy changes to trust. Whose voices are speaking the loudest, whose voices are not being heard, and where the…
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Radio’s Resilience: “It’s not as dead as people think,” says WTHS advisor
The arc of radio has certainly passed its peak. The medium that gave rise to the radio star not only had to compete with video but is now fighting music subscription services. Yet even in the era of Bluetooth and Spotify, radio continues to grip listeners. According to Pew data from 2022, 82% of Americans…