Beginning of a Journey Starting college is like arriving at an all-you-can-eat buffet—you don’t know where to start, but everything looks so good that you just want to try it all! That’s exactly what it’s been like for me as a freshman at Hope College. Here I am, only three months in, and already finding …
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5 Reasons to Choose Hope
So here I am, all the way from Uzbekistan—yes, that little gem in Central Asia—living in Holland, Michigan. Let me tell you, adjusting to a new culture, different language, and unfamiliar faces wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. But Hope College made it easier than I ever imagined. I’ve been here for a short …
A Day in the Life of a Computer Science Student and Theater Actor
I woke up around 9 a.m. today, ready to tackle some homework. First on my list was working on my computer science labs, which are due on Monday. I wanted to get them out of the way so I could focus on other assignments. I like to finish as much homework as possible during the …
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Student Life (First Month)
Introduction: One Month in Holland, Michigan So, here I am, an international student from Central Asia, Uzbekistan, and I’ve been living in the beautiful town of Holland, Michigan, for about a month now. Let me tell you, it’s been quite the ride so far—full of new experiences, new friends, and way too many trips to …
Hope Traditions
Hope College: Traditions Unlike Any Other Hope College isn’t like other colleges. What qualifies it as so unique? First of all, it is strongly anchored in its Christian background, which defines the campus environment. Here, the customs are events that link generations of students, not simply your typical school function. Walking through the Pine Grove …
Finding My Way Through New Worlds
Almost three years ago, I was preparing for a journey that would change my life in ways I couldn’t yet comprehend. At 17, fresh out of my junior year in high school, I was preparing to leave Afghanistan for the United States. I didn’t even know where my new school was located, nor what life …
First-Year Experience at Hope College
Hope College Hope College, nestled in the charming town of Holland, Michigan, is a place that fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and community. Surrounded by beautiful nature, this safe campus provides an ideal environment for students to explore their passions. Whether it’s academics, extracurriculars, or social life, Hope College feels like the perfect home away …
Why Hope College?
With the end of the school year and as a rising senior, I find myself reflecting on my time at Hope College so far. With close friends graduating, I find myself pondering how soon that will be me. As I transition into preparing for the next semester, I wonder what makes Hope the place that …
Hopeful Faith
College is a busy time. You are constantly running to class, work, events, extracurriculars, etc. So when is there time for your faith? You can find the time, it just takes a little intentionality. I grew up in a very Christian household and when I came to college I wanted to deepen my own personal …
Transformed by Hope
At Hope, you’ll often hear about how being here has changed people’s lives. While it’s become a bit of a cliche at this point, that’s because it’s true. You would be hard-pressed to find someone here who hasn’t experienced the aptly named Hope difference, and I am no exception. Here are just a few of …