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. It’s 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.

Recent Blog Posts

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  2. Alumni Love Story: Matt ’09 and Meaghan Igel ’11 Minkus

    Posted by Emma Curtis '26

    At Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, some of the most meaningful relationships begin in the middle of the everyday mo...

  3. Alumni Love Stories: Alex and Mikaela Harless ’16

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    At Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, some of the most meaningful connections begin in the most unexpected ways. That ...

  4. Thank You! Day of Giving 2026

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    Day of Giving totals are in! During our 36-hour event, we raised $864,544 from 1,700 donors. Gift...

  5. 10 Under 10 Alumni Award Recipient | Jeb Wierenga ’15

    Posted by Lauren Root '29

    Following his 2015 graduation from Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, Jeb embarked on a distinguished career in the Un...

  6. 10 Under 10 Alumni Award Recipient | Kathryn Lee ’16

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    Following her 2016 graduation from Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, Kathryn Lee continued her education at the Unive...

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Hope by the Numbers

  • 2,200+The Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Connection

    There are over 2,200 mentors in The Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Connection, a powerful new network for alumni, families and students.

  • 60+Events for Alumni and Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

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

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  • 8,000+Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Donors

    When you make a gift to Hope, you are joining more than 8,000 others who share your strong commitment and contribute to Hope’s 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

Academics

NSF Awards Hope Alumni with Graduate Research Fellowship Program Offers

Three Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø alumni attending graduate school were notified of award offers from the prestigious Graduate Research Fellowship Program of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) for the 2026-27 academic year. One other Hope alumnus received honorable mention recognition.

Campus Life

Milestone Weekend 2026 Photo Gallery

Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s 2026 Milestone Weekend was May 15–16 in Holland, where the Class of 1976 was celebrated.

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