With its close proximity to Hope College, decently priced coffee and bright-colored yellow and red brick walls, Lemonjello’s eclectic and bustling atmosphere has appealed to the vast majority of Hope students. It is almost a given that one will find Hope students at Lemonjello’s, either studying or chatting with friends. Open from 6:30 a.m. to…
“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…
The one thing that almost every college student has in common is the need for caffeine. More specifically, that means a need for coffee. One of the many benefits of attending Hope College is the variety of vibrant and delicious coffee shops just within walking distance. Although each nearby coffee shop has similar menus, there…
Hope College’s student body contains an abundance of musical talent. To represent and support this talent, the Student Activity Committee sponsors Coffeehouse, a weekly musical performance held at the Bultman Student Center. This event gives the opportunity for Hope students to share their musical talent with their community on campus. Every Thursday night, students gather…
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…
At the start of the spring semester, freshmen at Hope College can now officially declare a major. Emails have been sent out and flyers have been stapled to billboards, encouraging students to declare a major, or set an appointment with the Boerigter Center for Calling and Career to further their process in deciding. While there…
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…
Opus is the literary and arts magazine at Hope College. Each semester they accept student submissions of poetry, art, photography and prose. Students are able to submit up to five pieces of their own work, which goes through a blind judging process in the decision of publication. This process takes place at Opus meetings throughout…
It is not surprising that Hope College attracts students from across Western Michigan. After all, Hope has been an integral part of the Holland community since it began in October 1851 as the Pioneer School. What may be more surprising to some is that Hope also attracts students from every corner of the world and…