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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Alumni News & Events
Theologian and Author Kevin DeYoung to Present ɫɜThe Story of the Nicene Creedɫɝ on April 8
Theologian and author Dr. Kevin DeYoung will present ɫɜThe Story of the Nicene Creed: The Most Important (Extra-biblical) Text Ever Writtenɫɝ on Tuesday, April 8, at 3 p.m. at Hope College in Schaap Auditorium in the Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center.
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.
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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Campus-Life
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- Boerigter Center for Calling and Career