Women's Basketball: Falcons falter in final Mar 23, 2008
68-54, in the championship game at Hope College s DeVos Fieldhouse. No. 4-ranked Messiah finished the season 30-3 while Howard Payne, which won the national championship in its first Final Four appearance, completed the first undefeated season since Washington University of St. Louis went 30-0 in 2000. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Division III Women’s Final Four: One more to go for Falcons Mar 22, 2008
The Messiah Falcons went on a 15-0 run early in the first half Friday evening and glided into today s Division III national championship game with an 80-60 victory over Oglethorpe in the semifinals at DeVos Fieldhouse, on the campus of Hope College. Messiah, which is ranked No. 4 in the nation, will take on No. 2-ranked Howard Payne, a 69-59 winner over UW- Whitewater, in today s 6 p.m. championship game. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Women's College Basketball: Offseason work paying off for Falcons Mar 21, 2008
When the Messiah women s basketball team files into its locker room at Hope College in Michigan today for its NCAA Division III semifinal matchup with Oglethorpe, the Falcons will carry with them the hope of reaching another NCAA finals. Hope. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Community on a national stage, on many platforms Mar 19, 2008
It seems to me that you are almost challenging them to do so. I dare say, that is a very dangerous thing to do. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
On to the Final Four! (2537) Mar 18, 2008
We are all in hopes of you obtaining a National Championship. Fantastic program and team effort. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
NCAA Division III Women's Tournament: Seasons to remember Mar 16, 2008
Oglethorpe will likely relish its 27-win season, regardless of Friday s outcome at Hope College. But with the run this Falcons team has had this season, for these Messiah women to truly become the best team to play for coach Miller, nothing short of an NCAA finals berth will do. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
NCAA Division III Women's Tournament: Falcons soar into Final Four Mar 16, 2008
Messiah (29-2) will take on Oglethorpe University on Friday at Hope College in Holland, Mich ... Unbeaten Howard Payne edged previously unbeaten Hope College 53-49 to also snag a spot in the Final Four, and Wisconsin-Whitewater beat DePauw in the fourth Elite Eight matchup. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
NCAA Division III Women's Basketball: Messiah advances to Final Four Mar 16, 2008
The Falcons (29-2) will face Oglethorpe in the NCAA semifinals at Hope College in Michigan on Friday. Oglethorpe defeated Kean in their sectional final. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Burling, Richardson return for Hope Mar 15, 2008
The stadium honors Ronald Boeve, Hope College class of 1953 and an assistant baseball coach for nearly a quarter of century, and his wife Sonja (Sunny). The stadium project included the installation of permanent stands for fans, a press box and dugouts at the location of the existing playing field. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Bioinformatics technology developed at Argonne provides new insight into microbial activities Mar 15, 2008
For this study, DNA sequences first were analyzed by using a high-throughput pipeline called the metagenomics RAST (Rapid Annotation using Subsystem Technology) server (), developed by researchers from Argonne in collaboration with FIG, the University of Chicago, San Diego State University and Hope College. Comparing such a huge number of metagenomes is an enormous computational task, said Rick Stevens, a principal investigator in the project and associate laboratory director of Computing,... (EurekAlert!)
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Mar 8, 2008
Environmentalist to visit Hope College. HOLLAND -- Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. will present ``Live Simply So That Others May Simply Live'' at 8 p.m. Tuesday in Hope College's Dimnent Memorial Chapel, 277 College Ave.. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Chris Ngo Merritt Island Tennis Mar 5, 2008
" Where will you be four years from now? "I hope college tennis or maybe pursuing pro tennis. I like the sport because you are by yourself. (Florida Today)
Men Have A Harder Time Forgiving Than Women Do Mar 4, 2008
Exline is the lead author on the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology's article, "Not so Innocent: Does Seeing One's Own Capability for Wrongdoing Predict Forgiveness?" She collaborated with researchers Roy Baumeister and Anne Zell from Florida State University; Amy Kraft from Arizona State; and Charlotte Witvliet from Hope College. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS.. (Science Daily)
Players react differently to MHSFCA selection Mar 3, 2008
It's going to be really good for me because next year I'll be playing against some bigger, older guys, and it'll tell me where I'm at,'' said Whittington, who is mulling his options, which include Hope College, Albion and Alma, or possibly as a walk-on at WMU.. CONTINUED 1. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Albion ends `K' season Feb 28, 2008
Andy Reule scored 15 points and Bill Leising 14 for Albion, which improves to 19-5 and will face Calvin in the semifinals at Hope College. Pat Clancy scored nine points and grabbed four rebounds in his final game for the Hornets. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Inspiration Software Honors 25 Educators With Scholarships for Best Projects Using Visual Learning Feb 25, 2008
- Lisa Caswell, Perrysburg Junior High School, Perrysburg, Ohio - Susan Cherup, Hope College, Holland, Mich. - Robyn Chrast, Sandburg Middle School, Golden Valley, Minn. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
State assisting Clayton schools Feb 23, 2008
Perdue said his office also is looking at ways to help older students who might become ineligible for state-sponsored HOPE college scholarships if their schools lose their accreditation. SACS investigated allegations of allegations of micromanaging, misuse of funds, abuse of power, bid tampering and conflict of interest and last week issued a scathing report, finding Clayton schools "fatally flawed" and recommending that the district's accreditation be revoked effective Sept. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
KVCC women fall in final seconds Feb 21, 2008
HOPE COLLEGE 91, KALAMAZOO COLLEGE 53: At Kalamazoo, Hope amassed a 46-21 halftime lead and ran away with the rest of the game, outrebounding the Hornets 47-33 along the way. Miranda DeKuiper scored 15 points to lead Hope (23-0, 15-0 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association), followed by Philana Greene with 10. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lottery: Dedicate 'voluntary tax' to universities Feb 20, 2008
Since its Georgia-style HOPE college scholarship program for in-state students was created in 2004 (along with money dedicated to fund early childhood education programs), Tennessee's lottery proceeds have just topped $1 billion. But Mississippi lawmakers would turn down the estimated minimum $100 million a year a state lottery would bring, or the effect of those funds for lowering taxpayers' costs for universities or lowering tuitions. (The Clarion-Ledger)
58th District race heats up, as another candidate throws hat in ring to replace term-limited Caswell Feb 19, 2008
He attended Hope College in Holland, where he earned a bachelor s degree in political science, and continues to reside in Coldwater. He has worked for the U.S. Attorney General s office, Jon Van Allsburg circuit court campaign, U.S. Rep. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
A bit about poets Keplinger, Sellers Feb 17, 2008
PROFESSION: English professor at Hope College, poet. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree, MFA and doctorate from Florida State University. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lawmakers target lottery bonuses Feb 8, 2008
Sales from lottery tickets pay for HOPE college scholarships and pre-kindergarten programs. "We want to bring accountability to the spending of the Georgia Lottery Corp. because they have freedom to do things that affect HOPE scholarships," Senate Minority Whip Mitch Seabaugh (R-Sharpsburg) said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Exploiting America's Veterans Jan 30, 2008
World War II veteran Nelson Koeman, 88, claps for US Republican presidential candidate Senator John McCain (R-AZ) during a campaign rally at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, January 14, 2008. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton (UNITED STATES) US PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN 2008 (USA). (Townhall.com)
Sarah Brittan is new Miss Mattawan Jan 29, 2008
She has served as a mentor for HeartLIFE. McBride, daughter of Amy and Mike Gillette, is also a senior at MHS. Following graduation, she plans to attend Hope College, pursuing a career as a certified accountant. She is a member of the school's National Honor Society. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
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First Runner-Up Molly Seurynck attends Hope College in Holland. She is studying biology, with a Spanish minor. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Laker Women Claim 148-83 Win At Hope Jan 26, 2008
- Grand Valley State won 10 events and went on to claim a 148-83 victory over Hope College Friday night in Holland. GVSU will return to action Saturday versus GLIAC rival Findlay. (Gvsulakers.com)
GVSU Tops Hope, 143-86, In Men's Swimming & Diving Jan 26, 2008
- Grand Valley State won 10 events and cruised to a 143-86 victor over Hope College Friday night in Holland. GVSU will host Findlay in a GLIAC dual meet Saturay at 1 p.m. at the GVSU Pool. (Gvsulakers.com)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: Scholarships offered Jan 23, 2008
Silvia Diffenderfer of Escondido was named to the 2007-08 first semester dean's list at Hope College in St. Holland, Mich. She is the daughter of Jan and Barbara Diffenderfer. (North County Times)
Lakers Claim 127-110 Victory At Indianapolis Jan 22, 2008
Women's Swimming - Grand Valley State - Official Athletic Site. - Grand Valley State claimed an impressive 127-110 GLIAC road victory at Indianapolis on the heels of a Friday night home meet. (Gvsulakers.com)
Schenectady Christian wins like family Jan 16, 2008
The 6-foot-1 senior guard, who has been contacted by such schools as Baptist Bible College, Hope College and Gordon College, is averaging a team-best 21. 5 points per game this season to go along with 6. (Albany Times Union)
McCain, Romney Square Off In Mich. Jan 15, 2008
Speaking in Holland at Hope College, a small liberal arts school affiliated with The Reformed Church in America, McCain again focused on national security and the military, making it a point to introduce veterans. He said a top domestic priority is improving veterans' health care, and he criticized problems at military hospitals. (CBS News)
McCain, Romney ready for Mich. vote Jan 15, 2008
during a campaign rally at Hope College in Holland, Mich. on Monday. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Notes: Ordonez heads scholarship Jan 12, 2008
Dombrowski will join Ordonez, coaches Rafael Belliard and Andy Van Slyke, first baseman Carlos Guillen, catcher Vance Wilson and pitchers Zach Miner, Rick Porcello and Jordan Tata on the West Tour, which will visit Michigan State University and Grand Rapids on Sunday before going to Hope College in Holland, Mich. and Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti on Monday. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Clayton school board should listen to students Jan 10, 2008
If the organization imposes the more severe sanction against the school board, students would be rendered ineligible for state-sponsored HOPE college scholarships and the system could lose its funding for pre-k programs. As the situation has spiraled out of control in recent months, outraged parents, fretful real estate agents and irate taxpayers have tried in vain to get the school board to clean up its act. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Elks hold 37th annual Hoop Shoot Dec 20, 2007
Winners for the local competition will compete in the District Hoop Shoot, in January, at The Dow Center, on the campus of Hope College in Holland. . (Niles Star, MI)
4 men get life terms in '79 Mich. Death Dec 12, 2007
A jury convicted the four, all now in their 50s or 60s, last month in the death of Janet Chandler, a 22-year-old student at Hope College who was abducted from her job at the Blue Mill Inn, taken to a nearby home, gang-raped and strangled. A snowplow driver discovered her body the next day about 35 miles south of Holland, home to both the hotel and college. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Dec 10, 2007
n Chris Steenrod and Tom Stowe, both Freeport grads, helped Carthage College down Hope College (181-132) and Kalamazoo College (171-158) in a swimming outing scored as a triple dual. Stowe took eighth in the 200-yard individual medley (2:07. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Milwaukee Opens Home Schedule Friday Against South Dakota State Dec 5, 2007
Rounding out the top five was Wheaton College in third (538), UW-Stevens Point in fourth (516) and Hope College in fifth (513. 5). (Uwmpanthers.com)
Bud royalty from St. Joseph and Stevensville Dec 4, 2007
Cecelia is attending Hope College in Holland for religion and biology and plans to go on to medical school. . (Dowagiac News, MI)
UIC Men's Basketball Signs Jelani Poston & Zavion Neely Dec 2, 2007
John Hope College Prep) have signed National Letters of Intent to play for the Flames beginning in the 2008-09 campaign ... " Neely is a 6-foot-1, 170-pound high-scoring combo guard from Hope College Prep on Chicago's South Side. He is considered one of the top players in the Chicago Public League's competitive Red Central by various local newspapers and national publications. "Zavion is a good combination guard who can shoot the basketball and is extremely quick and athletic," said Collins. "We... (Uicflames.com)
Ga. Lottery staff hit the jackpot with bonuses Dec 2, 2007
When Georgia Lottery President Margaret DeFrancisco announced another record year for ticket sales this summer, it was good news for the state's HOPE college scholarship and pre-kindergarten programs. Higher ticket sales meant more funding for the programs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Panther Women Cruise To Third-Straight Wheaton Invitational Crown Dec 2, 2007
Rounding out the top five was Wheaton College in third (538), UW-Stevens Point in fourth (516) and Hope College in fifth (513 ... It was the 400 freestyle relay that provided the most thrilling end, as the team of freshman , junior , sophomore and senior won the event by the smallest of margins over Hope College. (Uwmpanthers.com)
UWM Men Repeat As Wheaton Invitational Champions Dec 2, 2007
Rounding out the top five was Grand Valley State University in third (556), Hope College in fourth (533) and UW-Stevens Points in fifth (520. 5). (Uwmpanthers.com)
Proper winter wear key to outdoor workouts Nov 26, 2007
" With the hands often the first to feel the cold weather, Mark Northuis, associate professor of kinesiology at Hope College in Holland, Mich., elaborated on the importance of covering the hands, especially. Mittens are best for covering the hands because "mittens allow the fingers to warm each other," he said. Be prepared to need more time warming up in cooler temperatures, with each body reacting differently to this activity. Finishing workouts requires similar patience, as one should not stop... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Where's lottery money going? Nov 20, 2007
When legislators designed the Lottery in 1992, they agreed that, "as nearly as practical," at least 35 percent of proceeds should go to educational programs, such as the HOPE college scholarship and state Pre-K program. In the first few years, the Lottery met those requirements. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
28 Years Later, Justice For Slain Student Nov 3, 2007
An undated photo of Janet Chandler, a Hope College student who disappeared in 1979 while working the night shift at a hotel desk in Michigan ... Janet Chandler's slaying was unsolved but not forgotten by local police, or by former Hope College professor David Schock. (CBS News)
Guilty, Guilty, Guilty, Guilty Nov 2, 2007
Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney General Mike Cox today announced that an Ottawa County jury has convicted all four defendants who went to trial for their role in the brutal rape and murder of Hope College student Janet Chandler in 1979. All four were convicted of murder, kidnapping and criminal sexual conduct and face life in prison. (PR Newswire)
Two W.Va. residents among four found guilty in Mich. rape-slaying Nov 2, 2007
A jury on Thursday night convicted two West Virginia residents and two other men in the 1979 kidnap, rape and murder of a Hope College student. Jurors in Ottawa County Circuit Court deliberated a day and a half before issuing their verdict in the trial surrounding the death of Janet Chandler. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Robert Wayne Wegter Oct 28, 2007
For two years he was Instructor in Speech and Technical Director of Theater at Hope College and a part time Instructor of Homiletics at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Mich. During this time Bob attended graduate school at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich. (Knoxville Journal Express, IA)
Economy slow; lotto sales up Oct 18, 2007
Lottery officials said the program transferred $216 million to the state for HOPE college scholarships and pre-kindergarten programs during the quarter, up from $193 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. Some of that money may wind up piling up in HOPE reserves because spending on the program is expected to remain the same or decline this year because of tightened standards for the scholarship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Scholar Athlete (noun) - see Frix, Ty Sep 25, 2007
Last updated Monday, Sept. 24 3:17 p.m.. Do you think Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), based largely on test scores, is an accurate way to judge school quality. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Teacher of the year Sep 22, 2007
Idema graduated from Hope College in Holland, Mich. in 1989 with a bachelor of science degree and debated between teaching or working in the field of biology. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Charles Eugene Menning Sep 11, 2007
After graduating from Hope College in Holland, Michigan in 1965, Chuck was a reporter for the Pittsburgh Press in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for two years. He then enlisted in the Air National guard and flew full-time as a pilot until his retirement in 1998 as a Lt. Colonel. (Knoxville Journal Express, IA)
NIU students, volunteers prepare for Move-in Day Aug 23, 2007
Prior to coming to NIU a year ago, Wesener worked for Indiana University, Hope College in Michigan and Southeast Missouri State. Both Wesener and King said NIU's Move-in Day is the smoothest process they've seen on a college campus. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Sioux City native dies after accident Aug 13, 2007
Karen A. Linder, 19, a student at Hope College, in Holland, Mich ... at approximately 8:30 p.m. Saturday, according to Hope College ... also a student at Hope College, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. (Sioux City Journal)
Security No. 1 Topic At Many College Orientations Aug 7, 2007
Hope College in Michigan says communication is also a big topic -- but it's also emphasizing the responsibility of students to communicate with each other and with authorities about potential dangers. Campus safety will figure into new vignettes students will perform at orientation later this month, and into the college president's address to parents. (CBS 11, TX)
Seth Carlson wins Sweepstakes Aug 7, 2007
While he could conceivably return to defend his title, he doesn't expect to because the Hope College student from Marcellus will be studying international business in Japan next June. "I've had some job offers, so I may be working up at college" in Holland. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Oh, Brother: Seth, Jordan Carlson colliding in Sweepstakes Aug 4, 2007
Seth, 19, graduated from Marcellus High School and attends Hope College in Holland, where he will be a sophomore. Seth, king of the 2004 fair, is one of four students sent to Japan all-expenses-paid for 10 days for international business studies. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Foundation awards $20,000 in scholarships Aug 4, 2007
Shane Kwapis, GHS, received the Kyle Casey Memorial Scholarship; he will attend Hope College and major in engineering ... Amber Chapel, GHS, received the first Edward and Frances Burzynski Scholarship; she will attend Hope College and major in biology or chemistry (pre-veterinarian studies). (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Resource Bank awards Centennial Scholarships Aug 1, 2007
She plans to study creative writing this fall at Hope College in Michigan. Rochelle senior Eric Chalus makes a habit of volunteering. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Hinkle makes key play in game Jul 25, 2007
Hinkle is headed to Hope College this fall where he will be a member of the Flying Dutchmen s football team. Copyright. (Cadillac News, MI)
All-Star standard Jul 21, 2007
Regardless of how much time he spends on the field, Hinkle is excited to be playing one final high school game before becoming a member of the Hope College football team in the fall ... He reports to Hope College on Aug. 12 for fall football practice with the Flying Dutchmen. (Cadillac News, MI)
Woodbury County Fair queen contestants advance Jul 18, 2007
She will attend Hope College in Holland, Mich. in the fall with plans to study theatre and youth ministry. (Sioux City Journal)
Brallier new assistant superintendent Jul 18, 2007
Cornelius, a 2003 Niles High School graduate and a graduate of Hope College in Holland, replaces Shelly Kurland, who transferred to McKinley. Cornelius will be paid 33,965. (Dowagiac News, MI)
GOP congressional leader, famed orator Jun 23, 2007
Quote: "You know, there is a difference between Republicans and Democrats. By and large, Democrats really do believe in more spending so government can do more good things for people. Republicans really do believe in less spending so the taxpayer can keep more." (PBS show, "Frontline.") Quote about: President Reagan: "Some call me The Great Communicator, but if there was one thing I dreaded during my eight years in Washington, it was having to follow Guy Vander Jagt to the podium." Funeral:... (DetNews.com)
