As the school year comes to a close, we asked current freshman students what their experience was like at Hope College. They shared some of their experiences from their senior year of high school to now. Describe your freshman experience in three words “I would describe my freshman year experience as a task, humbling, and…
One of the things that differentiates Hope College from other colleges is Hope’s faith tradition. Each spring, campus ministries offer students a chance to develop their own faiths through different immersion trips. These trips aim to make students extensions of the hand of God through their actions and interactions with diverse communities. Ayanna Njoroge, a…
When you ask the Hope College students why they choose Hope, most state that the sense of community was a big factor in their decision-making. The Admissions Office has many programs that help recruit prospective students, such as the Night At Hope program. What is Night at Hope and what is its aim for prospective…
Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s accomplishments in history, culture and society. With the Hope College population being predominantly female, Women’s History Month is an exciting and educational time on campus. Women of Color United (WOCU), is one of the organizations that empower women around campus. Mikayla Zobeck (’22), a co-president of the…
“Winter blues” is a term used to describe when one develops seasonal sadness because of the cold and lack of motivation. College can be stressful, and trying to find a balance between mental health, academics and the change in weather can often cause one to feel overwhelmed. Marilyn Orellana (’23), a Spanish pre-med track and…
February is commonly known as the month of love because of Valentine’s Day, but it is also designated as Black History Month. Black History Month is a time of reflection and celebration of African American history. It aims to honor the contributions and legacy of African Americans across U.S. history and society — such as…
Greek life is a popular part of the college experience that many students look forward to in their college life. At Hope College, Greek life started in 1890, as the first fraternities formed. Greek life is often portrayed as taboo or not academic, especially in the media. However, “Greek life essentially is a place where…
One of the many benefits of pursuing a college education provides is the exposure to new opportunities. At Hope College, there are many programs that one can immerse themselves in, such as study abroad programs. According to a survey conducted by International Education of Students (IES), 96% of students report that studying abroad “served as…
Registering for spring semester: A challenge to first-year students. It’s beginning to look a lot like exam week, the most wonderful time of the academic year—or should I say the most stressful time of the year. With the spring semester on the horizon, many students have been getting ready to register for spring semester classes,…
As a liberal arts institution, Hope College has various programs available to students to help them excel at their future endeavors, such as the Phelps Scholars program. The Phelps Scholars program is a community-based learning environment that fosters interaction with different cultures and encourages students to learn about different backgrounds. Nancy Sierra, a Hope graduate…