Although the holidays are over, Hope College is committed to maintaining a culture full of gratitude and generosity year-round. Centered around these two qualities, Hope Forward – a donor-funded economic tuition model – has allowed the community of Hope to step into this attitude together: students, faculty and alumni alike. Hope Forward, proposed by President…
If students take the time to check “This Week at Hope” emails, they may see consistent updates from Student Congress. While most students are familiar with hearing about Student Congress, few really know what Student Congress’ involvement on campus looks like. Student Congress serves as a bridge between faculty and students. It can serve as…
Did you know that our school has its very own student-run radio station? While now operating in Martha Miller with advanced equipment and under the name WTHS-FM 89.9 (“We’re The Hope Station”), it was not always like this. The station started back in 1956 through fellow Hope students, Richard Brockmeier and Jack Hellriegel, who transmitted…
Author: Isabella Spry On November 5th, around 10 p.m., Hope College’s Vanderprov met for their third show of the semester. The team consists of 10 Vanderproveians who played a series of improv games. Crowd participation was encouraged and viewers roared with laughter throughout the show. {I was able to meet with Vanderprov’s President, Joel Scheneman,…
Author: Julia Haight I’m sure we can all remember what our college application process was like. Overwhelming, stressful, and making sure that we are picking the right college with the best fit for us. Thankfully we are past that part of our lives by now, but have you ever wondered what the process was like…
It is no secret that the transition from home to college is a difficult one for both parents and new college students. Adjusting to a new schedule, a new housing situation and a completely new community is never an easy task for anyone. After realizing how difficult this transition was for him, Hope student Owen…
During Homecoming Weekend, Hope College held its annual Nykerk Competition. Odd and Even Year compete for the Nykerk Silver Cup. This year, Even Year was triumphant! Nykerk has three portions; Song, Play, and Oration. This year’s Even year Oration was performed by Abby Stoy(‘26). Abby Stoy is a sophomore studying Social Work at Hope College….
This past year, the Communication Department here at Hope hired a few new professors onto their staff. After visiting last Spring and completing the interview process, two final choices were made. One of these professors the department chose to join their staff is Dr. Austin Beattie. Dr. Beattie was born in New Jersey, then spent…
On September 27th, Hope College hosted its annual Critical Issues Symposium. This event is hosted by the Provost Office and Student Congress as a collaborative project and is open to Hope students, faculty, and the Holland Community. The day opens with a keynote speaker, followed by two sets of breakout sessions students can choose to…
Bella Spry As the Fall Semester plunges into full swing and students settle into their daily rhythms, we see the emergence of two staple Hope College Traditions: Nykerk and the Pull. Unique and challenging in their own ways, both are intense competition between the Even and Odd Years on campus, with Freshmen and Sophomore as…