鶹ý News
2026 Feb
Hope Celebrates World Water Day With Community Events
鶹ý is recognizing World Water Day with lectures and poster presentations hosted by its Global Water Research Institute, March 19–20.
“Tolkien, Technology and Magic” Is Theme of March 11 Lecture
The Saint Benedict Institute will host speaker Dr. Bradley Birzer, professor in history at Hillsdale College and fellow of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, to speak on technological themes in the work of J.R.R. Tolkien.
鶹ý Remembers Longtime Supporter & Alumnus George Boerigter
鶹ý mourns the loss of George D. Boerigter ’61 — a dedicated alumnus, generous supporter and transformative philanthropist — who passed away on Feb. 23, 2026, in Holland, Michigan. He was 87.
鶹ý International Students Host Annual Food Fair on Feb. 28
The annual International Food Fair at 鶹ý will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 6–8 p.m. in the Bultman Student Center on Hope’s campus.
Small Campus Has Big Hearts
鶹ý’s 12th annual Day of Giving took place Feb. 19 and 20 during a fundraising frenzy, just shy of their goal of 2,000 participating donors.
Knickerbocker Theatre Presents Two International films March 2-7 and March 16-21
The 鶹ý Knickerbocker Theatre in downtown Holland concludes its winter film series with the beautiful Italian film “Trifole,” screening March 2-7 and the Iranian film, “The President’s Cake,” March 16-21, both at 7 p.m.
Sen. Chang Presents Women’s History Month Lecture on March 16 at Hope
Michigan Senator Stephanie Chang, the first Asian-American woman elected to the Michigan legislature, will present a lecture titled “Identity, Activism and Advancing Change for Women and Girls,” during 鶹ý’s annual Women’s History Month lecture. Sen. Chang will address audiences on Monday, March 16 at 3:30 p.m. in the recital hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts. The public is invited and admission is free.
鶹ý is preparing to graduate the largest class in school history.
鶹ý Economics & Business Department Invites W. Michigan Business Community to Networking & Partnerships Dinner
The 鶹ý Economics and Business Department invites the West Michigan business community for a free dinner and evening of networking and strategic partnership conversations on Thursday, March 5 at the Haworth Hotel in downtown Holland.
鶹ý Department of Theatre to Produce “Night Witches”
The 鶹ý Department of Theatre will present Rachel Bublitz’s “Night Witches” on Feb. 20-21 and 26-28 at 7:30 p.m., along with 2 p.m. matinees on Feb. 21-22 and March 1. All performances will be held in the DeWitt Studio Theatre, located in the DeWitt Student & Cultural Center on Hope’s campus.
Truth Unites Founder Dr. Gavin Ortlund To Speak at 鶹ý as part of Nicene Creed Anniversary Programming
Hope is extending its recognition of the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed into 2026, hosting a unique and free event on Thursday, Feb. 26 at Dimnent Chapel that will include a lecture by Dr. Gavin Ortlund of Truth Unites, a congregational hymn and Q&A with 鶹ý President Matt Scogin.
Hope Designated as “Top Producing Institution” of Fulbright U.S. Students
The Fulbright Program recognized 鶹ý for being one of 96 colleges and universities nationwide with the highest number of students and recent alumni selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
鶹ý Presents the Donia Organ Recital Featuring the Chenault Duo
The 鶹ý Department of Music is pleased to present its annual Donia Organ Recital featuring the internationally acclaimed Chenault Duo with Elizabeth and Raymond Chenault, on Tuesday, February 10, at 7 p.m. at the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts.
Robert Glowacki, assistant professor of biology, discusses what actually matters when it comes to plastic food containers.
Dr. Brian Porter -- a 鶹ý professor of management -- contributed his advice to a column on percentage-based budgeting strategies for WalletHub
Sibling Weekend 2026 Photo Gallery
鶹ý Siblings Weekend invited brothers and sisters ages 5–17 to experience an unforgettable time on campus with their Hope sibling.
2026 Jan
Knickerbocker Theatre to Host Four Robert Redford Films Beginning Feb. 16
The 鶹ý Knickerbocker Theatre will continue its Classic Film Series with four Robert Redford classic films. Focusing on his films from the late 1960s and early 1970s, the series will feature the following films, all airing on a Monday night at 7 p.m.:
Knickerbocker Theatre Presents the film “Rosemead” Feb. 9–14
The 鶹ý Knickerbocker Theatre in downtown Holland will continue its winter film series with “Rosemead,” screening February 9–14 at 7 p.m.
Hope Hosts 2026 Black History Month Lecture on Feb. 24
Dr. Derrick Bines, assistant professor in the department of counseling at San Francisco State University, will present a lecture titled, “We All We Got: Self and Community Care are More Than Buzzwords.” Dr. Bines will speak on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 3:30 p.m. in the recital hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts. The public is invited and admission is free.
鶹ý Economics & Business Department Hosts New Speaker Series Focused on Calling and Faithful Discernment
The 鶹ý Economics & Business Department is launching its “Faithfully Off (My) Script” speaker series on Wednesday, Feb. 4 with an inaugural event featuring a presentation and discussion with 鶹ý Professor Tom Smith. This event is free and open to the public, and will be held at Graves Hall on the Hope campus, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
Markets & Morality Hosts Film & Discussion Around Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game
鶹ý’s Markets & Morality student organization will host a viewing of Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game, followed by a discussion with the film’s writer-director — Meredith Bragg — on Monday, Feb. 2 starting at 7 p.m., at the Knickerbocker Theater in downtown Holland.
鶹ý, Western Theological Seminary to Host Nicene Creed Panel and Rare Book Event
In honor of the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed, 鶹ý and Western Theological Seminary (WTS) will co-host a panel discussion titled “Faith in Manuscript: Celebrating 1700 Years of the Nicene Creed” on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 4 p.m. at Hope’s Van Wylen Library. This interactive event will feature a faculty panel followed by a period of hands-on discovery, where the public can explore a curated treasure trove of rare books connected to the history and dissemination of the Creed.
Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Photo Gallery
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Lecture featuring Dr. Jemar Tisby, The New York Times bestselling author of “The Color of Compromise,” was held on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
University of Michigan Men’s Glee Club to Perform at 鶹ý
鶹ý is pleased to welcome the University of Michigan Men’s Glee Club for a special and free concert open to 鶹ý and the community on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts.
鶹ý to Present 37th Annual “Musical Showcase” on Feb. 6
The 37th annual 鶹ý Musical Showcase will be presented on Friday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts.
Knickerbocker Theatre Presents the film H is for Hawk January 26–31
The 鶹ý Knickerbocker Theatre in downtown Holland will continue its film series with the first film of the winter season, H is for Hawk, showing January 26–31 at 7 p.m.
Lecture to Discuss the Human and Technology Relationship in the Digital Age
The Saint Benedict Institute will host a lecture by Dr. Jared Ortiz, titled “The Monk and the Machine: How St. Benedict Can Help Us Preserve Our Humanity in the Digital Age,” on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 7 p.m. in Winants Auditorium at Graves Hall on the 鶹ý campus in Holland.
Dr. Rev. Dru Johnson, professor of biblical and theological studies at 鶹ý, was a recent guest on the Disarming Leviathan podcast, discussing the differences between biblical law and American law
Sometimes it takes outsiders to remind us how extraordinary our everyday really is. Thanks, Josh & Jase.
Remembering Retired Hope Professor, Researcher and Dean Dr. James Gentile
Dr. James M. Gentile, an internationally respected leader in science education who served at Hope for 30 years, passed away at the age of 79 on Jan. 9, 2026, in Zeeland, Mich.
Hope Art Professor Hosts “Thick and Thin” Art Exhibit Jan. 16-Feb. 17
Lisa Walcott — 鶹ý associate professor of art — will host a four-week art exhibit at the De Pree Art Gallery on campus from Jan. 16-Feb. 17, 2026. She’ll also open the exhibit by hosting an artist talk on Friday, Jan. 16 in Graves Hall (in Winants Auditorium) at 5:30 p.m., followed by a reception at De Pree Art Gallery at 6:30 p.m.
Fall 2025 Dean's List Announced
The Registrar’s Office is pleased to announce Dean’s List recipients for the spring semester. The Dean’s List is awarded to full-time, degree-seeking students who have received grades for all courses in a given semester (no incompletes) and have a semester GPA of 3.50 or above.
鶹ý Great Performance Series Welcomes Dutch String Quartet
鶹ý welcomes the acclaimed Dudok Quartet Amsterdam at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 22 at the Jack H. Miller Center, as the college’s Great Performance Series continues in 2026.
StrikeTime Dance Theatre Presents “Journey Through Imagination” on Jan. 16 & 17
The 鶹ý dance affiliate StrikeTime Dance Theatre will present a live dance event for children titled “Journey Through Imagination” on Fri., Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 17, at 2 p.m. at the Knickerbocker Theatre in downtown Holland. This free performance is open to all ages and especially welcomes children and those with a child-like spirit who are interested in celebrating the power of dance, art, reading and community.
鶹ý alum Emily Henry's book "People We Meet on Vacation" debuted on Netflix on Friday.
鶹ý alumna and bestselling author Emily Henry celebrated the Netflix premiere of the movie adaptation of her novel "People We Meet on Vacation" on Jan. 9.
American College Theatre Festival Selects 鶹ý to Perform “Havurah”
The 鶹ý Department of Theatre was selected to perform “Havurah” by Margot Connelly, during the Region III American College Theatre Festival (ACTF), which will be held in Madison, Wisconsin, from Tues., January 6 through Sun., January 11. Hope will perform at the Mitchell Theatre at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Wed., January 7 at 3:30 p.m. and on Thurs., January 8 at 11 a.m.