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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Dutch to Dutchmen
Posted by Cheryl WunderlichWho doesn’t like hanging out with college kids? Not Jerry Root, who hasn’t stopped hanging ou...
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Alumni Love Story: Matt ’09 and Meaghan Igel ’11 Minkus
Posted by Emma Curtis '26At 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ, some of the most meaningful relationships begin in the middle of the everyday mo...
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Alumni Love Stories: Alex and Mikaela Harless ’16
Posted by Emma Curtis '26At 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ, some of the most meaningful connections begin in the most unexpected ways. That ...
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Thank You! Day of Giving 2026
Posted by The Annual Philanthropy TeamDay of Giving totals are in! During our 36-hour event, we raised $864,544 from 1,700 donors. Gift...
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10 Under 10 Alumni Award Recipient | Jeb Wierenga ’15
Posted by Lauren Root '29Following his 2015 graduation from 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ, Jeb embarked on a distinguished career in the Un...
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10 Under 10 Alumni Award Recipient | Kathryn Lee ’16
Posted by Lauren Root '29Following her 2016 graduation from 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ, Kathryn Lee continued her education at the Unive...
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Alumni are invited to check in at the Boerigter Center Welcome Desk on the 1st Floor of the DeWitt Center.
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alumni@hope.eduHope by the Numbers
- 2,200+The 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ Connection
There are over 2,200 mentors in The 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ 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
Learn More - 8,000+91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ 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.
Learn More - 35%Networking Connections
35% of the most recent graduating class said networking connections helped them secure employment
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Alumni News & Events
Milestone Weekend 2026 Photo Gallery
91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æâ€™s 2026 Milestone Weekend was May 15–16 in Holland, where the Class of 1976 was celebrated.
Professor Rob Pocock Receives H.O.P.E. Award from Class of 2026
The graduating Class of 2026 presented the annual H.O.P.E. award to Rob Pocock ’77, associate professor of communication instruction.
Baccalaureate and Commencement 2026 Photo Gallery
Approximately 815 graduates — the largest graduating class in Hope’s history — participated in the 161st commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 10, at Ray and Sue Smith Stadium.
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