Last Thursday, President Obama abolished a 22-year-long immigration policy, most commonly known as the “Wet-Foot, Dry-Foot” policy. This allowed Cuban immigrants, who journey to U.S. shores, the ability to gain residency permits with ease. In his official statement, Obama ties a protective motive to his decision. He explains that through the repeal, “we are treating…
Cuisine, Catholicism, biology and sports headline exciting events Multiple general-interest seminars led by members of the Hope College faculty will be among the highlights of the college’s annual Winter Happening on Saturday, Jan. 28. Presented in two blocks in the morning, the seminars will explore the 2016 election’s implications for the Supreme Court, a new…
Welcome back to another Hope College semester, Dutchmen. As classes begin and extracurriculars take off, it can be overwhelming. How do you make a successful semester? Number one: Get a planner. No way you can really remember all you have on that checklist of yours. It helps to have everything in one area so you can plan your day more efficiently. A…
Donald Trump’s election to the presidency three months ago came as a huge relief for one half of the United States and sent the other into a fearful, teary-eyed, state of emergency. Come Friday, Mr. Trump will become President Trump, starting his so called “illegitimate” presidency without the support of many people who had sported…
WWJD bracelets were a huge phenomena of the 2000’s. Every kid had them and would mock other kids in their decision making by jokingly using that four letter phrase. The one part of this little phrase that I think gets misunderstood or simply disregarded is the “D” at the end. What would Jesus do? Not…
After eight long years in office, President Obama took the stage in Chicago, giving his final goodbye. He left the podium as America was touched by his speech. He opened his speech with many thankful wishes and all the accomplishments that changed America as he said, “those conversations are what have kept me honest and…
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) will be presenting this year’s picks for the 2017 Academy Awards, or “Oscars”, on Jan. 24, in a segment that will live-streamed on their website and featured on ABC’s “Good Morning America”. Although movie junkies must wait almost a week to see these nominations announced by…
The De Pree Art Center and Gallery is hosting the traveling exhibition “Between the Shadow and the Light: An Exhibition Out of South Africa” now until Thursday, Feb. 9. Additional events are scheduled on Friday, Feb. 3, at the De Pree Art Center and Gallery, which include a curator’s talk, artist’s talk and closing reception….
The title race in the English Premier League is tighter than ever, as this game week gave fans a variety of mixed emotions. Stunning goals, clinical assists, remarkable saves and, to some extent, a lack thereof makes the game week something to look forward to. Here are the main highlights from this week’s fixtures. Blue…
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