There are many key qualities that earmark Hope College with academic and social prestige. Yet, there is one element of Hope that cannot be measured in numbers, or be fully contained in a written review. This element is the faith community here at Hope. This year, new leadership has arrived on campus. In a recent…
Oftentimes, the conversations that are the most needed are also the most difficult to have. While discourse involving the stories of survivors of sexual and domestic violence may feel uncomfortable to talk about, conversation is paramount to raising awareness, creating community, and validating survivors’ stories. On April fifth, Students Teaching and Empowering Peers (STEP) hosted…
As Women’s History Month draws to a close, it is imperative to delve into the often-overlooked contributions of America’s First Ladies, shaping not only the White House but the course of women’s history itself. The Anchor asked some students on campus about their favorite First Ladies and received insightful feedback about their choices. First, Anchor…
The emergence of Artificial Intelligence. has been at the cornerstone of many nuanced conversations of 2024. Open AI’s Chat GPT and DALL·E 3 software has created many new opportunities for users to explore all that AI has to offer. However, as the line between AI as an academic tool and AI as an academic crutch…
Beyond the spotlight’s glow and the curtain’s rise lies a community of performers whose stories often remain untold. While the performing arts often unite audiences, it is the intricate tapestry of camaraderie, competition and collaboration among those on stage that truly reveals the community of those who perform. I talked to two performing arts minors…
Oftentimes, we may hear or read quotes related to kindness telling us to “be kind” or “show kindness.” However, it may be difficult to know in what ways to express kindness or if our kindness truly affects others. In light of Random Acts of Kindness Day coming up on Feb. 17, I talked with some…
The spring semester kickstarts many old and new traditions at Hope, but perhaps one of the most memorable is rush season. Have you ever wondered how today’s Greek life stacks up to the good ol’ days? I talked to two alumni who were involved in the Greek life traditions during their college years and compared…
While the wintery conditions may spell out a dreary day for some students, for others, the snow pileup breeds opportunity for creativity and religious expression. Pictured below is an altar made out of snow, ice and slush. The two architects behind this project, William Hurley (’25) and Andrew Hoeksema (’25), detailed how the “Ice Altar”…