Hope alumni know that their relationships with the college and with each other do not end at graduation.

Alumni have proven generous with their time and advice to students and fellow graduates. Through lifelong learning and career development, relationships formed at Hope change lives both on campus and in communities everywhere. Tapping into the potential of this network is a powerful way to bring your career to life.

When you graduate with a Hope degree or complete at least 45 credits, you are officially a member of the Alumni Association. Itɫəs free and an automatic part of your lifelong relationship with Hope. As a member, the college and alumni volunteers will work hard to keep you in touch with your inner Dutch through events, affinity connections and career resources.

You can stay connected and be an active member by activating your profile on , making plans to connect at a Hope event, and exploring ways you can get involved.

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Hope by the Numbers

  • 2,200+The Hope College Connection

    There are over 2,200 mentors in The Hope College Connection, a powerful new network for alumni, families and students.

  • 60+Events for Alumni and Families

    There are tons of events for alumni and families hosted by the Alumni Engagement team during the year

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  • 8,000+Hope College Donors

    When you make a gift to Hope, you are joining more than 8,000 others who share your strong commitment and contribute to Hopeɫəs success each year.

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  • 35%Networking Connections

    35% of the most recent graduating class said networking connections helped them secure employment

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Alumni News & Events

Campus Life

Students to Present Creative and Research Projects on April 11

Original research by Hope students on topics ranging from the foraging efficiency of sparrows, to the effect of high-tempo music on sprint swimming, to anti-immigrant violence in the United Kingdom, to Don Quixote and social media will be highlighted during the collegeɫəs annual A. Paul and Carol C. Schaap Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity on Friday, April 11, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard and Helen DeVos Fieldhouse.

Academics

Lecture to Discuss ɫɜThe History of the Presidential Pardon Powerɫɝ

Dr. Jeffrey Crouch, who is author of the book ɫɜThe Presidential Pardon Power,ɫɝ will present ɫɜThe History of the Presidential Pardon Powerɫɝ on Thursday, March 27, at 4:30 p.m. at Hope College in Schaap Auditorium of the Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center.

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    Academics

    Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Alumni and Friends Social Hour
    Date
    Location
    Il Culaccino
  • Placeholder Image Event image for The Hope College Connection Live! : Sustainability

    Campus-Life

    The Hope College Connection Live! : Sustainability
    Date
    Location
    Boerigter Center for Calling and Career