Milestone Weekend
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offer great opportunities to reminisce, remember and reconnect.
Friday, May 16
8 a.m.亚洲色吧3 p.m. | Haworth Hotel 160
Stop by the hospitality hub for snacks and swag and to check in for the weekend. We亚洲色吧檙e
looking forward to welcoming you to campus!
9亚洲色吧9:45 a.m. | Haworth Hotel 156/158
Join Dr. Jim Serum as he reflects on the foundations that were built at Hope College
that led him to a successful career as a scientist, starting with his familial ties
to the construction of Lubbers Hall and his work in Mass Spectrometry. You don亚洲色吧檛 have
to be a scientist to learn something new from this presentation!
10亚洲色吧10:45 a.m. | Haworth Hotel 104
An esteemed Major League Baseball umpire, D.J. has participated in numerous prestigious
events, including the 2023 World Series. Join us as he shares his insights on his
journey.
11 a.m.亚洲色吧12 p.m. | Anderson-Werkman 100 E. 8th Street | HASP Classroom
- Gratitude, Hope and Happiness with Nicole Dunteman, Hope Forward Program Director and Erin Courey, Hope Forward Program Coordinator
This presentation provides a glimpse into Hope Forward curriculum, designed for the freshman year experience within the four-year co-curricular program. It explores the virtue of gratitude and its impact on hope, happiness and well-being. Drawing on research from Hope faculty, you亚洲色吧檒l gain a research-based foundation and practical tools to cultivate hope and fulfillment through gratitude.
12亚洲色吧1:30 p.m. | Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant | 216 Van Raalte Ave. Holland
Dimnent Heritage Society and 50-Year Circle members are invited to a time of connection,
celebration and reflection. Share a meal with fellow alumni, experience an inspiring
program and honor the remarkable recipients of the Spirit of Hope Award. Together,
we亚洲色吧檒l celebrate the enduring legacy of Hope College 亚洲色吧 cherishing the past, shaping
the future and strengthening the bonds that unite us across generations.
Note: The 50-Year Circle includes all Hope College alumni from the Class of 1974 and
earlier.
2亚洲色吧3:30 p.m. | Atrium of the A. Paul Schaap Science Center
Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the A. Paul Schaap Science Center.
Enjoy a short program, a student panel and open lab tours. Together, we亚洲色吧檒l reflect
on the past, celebrate the present and honor the generosity of those who made this
incredible space possible.
4亚洲色吧5 p.m. | 205 Coffee Bar | 205 Columbia Ave.
Join us for an informational session on 亚洲色吧淗ope Means Business亚洲色吧 at Hope College, and
learn about exciting plans for a school and facilities to house the Department of
Economics & Business. Come learn more about the vision, impact and future of this
transformative project!
5亚洲色吧9 p.m. | Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant | 216 Van Raalte Ave. Holland
($35)
5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner
Break out your bell-bottoms and dust off those memories 亚洲色吧 it亚洲色吧檚 time to celebrate 50
incredible years since graduation! Join your classmates for an evening of nostalgia,
laughter and reconnection. Reminisce about the days of vinyl records, classic rock
and the moments that shaped your journey. Members of the class of 1975 will enjoy
dinner, one drink ticket and a cash bar, and plenty of time to spend together catching
up. Don亚洲色吧檛 miss out on this once in a lifetime event!
Saturday, May 17
8 a.m.亚洲色吧5:30 p.m. | Haworth 160
Stop by the hospitality hub for snacks and swag and to check in for the weekend. We亚洲色吧檙e
looking forward to welcoming you to campus!
9:30 a.m.亚洲色吧12:50 p.m. | Haworth Hotel Ballroom
Members of the class of 1975 are invited to celebrate five decades of life well lived
since graduation! Following a delicious brunch, you亚洲色吧檒l be officially inducted into
the prestigious 50-Year Circle, honoring half a century of life, love, and legacy
since tossing those caps in the air. The morning will wrap up with a class photo 亚洲色吧
because some things, like great friendships, never go out of style. Don亚洲色吧檛 miss this
chance to relive the best of 亚洲色吧75 and make new memories along the way. As our gift to the 50th reunion class, this event is free for all guests.
9:30亚洲色吧10:30 a.m. | Haworth Hotel 160
Tour Hope College亚洲色吧檚 beautiful campus. We would love to show you all of the most recent
campus updates, chat about what is being planned for the future and hear about how
our campus has changed since you were last here. Please note: this is a walking tour.
9:30亚洲色吧10:30 a.m. | Haworth 104
Grab your pals and join us for Hope-themed team trivia. Teams of 1亚洲色吧6 will participate
in this friendly competition where everyone wins!
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Join us for an exclusive tour and reception at Hope College亚洲色吧檚 Kruizenga Art Museum
亚洲色吧 your final chance to explore our captivating spring exhibitions! Immerse yourself
in Saints and Syncretism in Global Christian Art and Salvador Dal铆: Memories of Surrealism,
where tradition meets imagination in breathtaking ways. Connect with museum staff
and gain deeper insight into these thought-provoking collections. Don亚洲色吧檛 miss this
unique opportunity to experience art up close before the exhibits close!
10:45 a.m.亚洲色吧12 p.m. | Haworth 156/158
What does it mean to truly lead with inclusivity? Great leaders never stop learning,
especially when it comes to understanding and meeting the evolving needs of students
and communities in higher education. Join Dr. Sonja Trent-Brown, Vice President for
Culture and Inclusive Excellence, for an inspiring conversation on how the people
of Hope can embrace one another 亚洲色吧 just as we are called to do in the 59 亚洲色吧渙ne another亚洲色吧
scriptures of the Bible. Don亚洲色吧檛 miss this opportunity to reflect, connect and grow
as we strive toward a more inclusive and faithful community.
10:45 a.m.亚洲色吧12 p.m. | Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts
Join us for a unique opportunity to interact with the remarkable Steinway & Sons Spirio
亚洲色吧 a high-resolution player piano in the Department of Music. Discover how Spirio enhances
learning with its stunning sound, interactive technology and access to performances
by world-class artists. Enjoy live demonstrations, play it yourself and explore how
this innovative instrument is shaping the future of music education! This session
will be led by Rachel Chia 亚洲色吧27, a psychology and music double major. Space is limited
to 20 participants.
1亚洲色吧2:45 p.m. | Haworth Hotel
($5)
Drive down memory lane and experience the highlights of Holland from the comfort of
a Hope College tour bus. A tour guide will facilitate your journey with stops at iconic
spots around town. All passengers will be treated to a classic Holland treat! Capacity
is limited to 33 guests. We亚洲色吧檒l depart from Haworth Hotel.
4亚洲色吧6 p.m. | Haworth Hotel Ballroom ($25)
Cap off an unforgettable weekend with a one-of-a-kind celebration honoring the entire
Hope community. Join us as we recognize Distinguished Alumni Award recipients James
Serum 亚洲色吧65 and D.J. Reyburn 亚洲色吧99 for their remarkable contributions to their fields.
Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with strolling appetizers, one beverage ticket, a cash
bar, and hands-on immersive experiences inspired by our honorees亚洲色吧 professions. Mingle,
explore and toast to excellence in the heart of campus as we bring their incredible
journeys to life in unexpected ways!
Questions? Email alumni@hope.edu anytime.
workP. 616.395.7775
alumni@hope.edu