Betsy Ruth Aardsma: 40 years later Nov 20, 2009
She left Hope College, in Holland, Mich. after her second year. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lottery staff gets bigger bonuses Nov 16, 2009
Some lawmakers say the lottery should be giving more to HOPE college scholarships and pre-kindergarten programs. The cost of those programs, skyrocketing because of increased college tuition and a jump in the number of eligible students, will almost certainly outpace lottery revenue this fiscal year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Developer: Proposed wind farm site is too windy Nov 7, 2009
An Oscar-winning screenwriter who is working on a new movie in southwestern Michigan has turned down an invitation from the English department at Hope College to speak about screenwriting. This comes after administrators at the Christian college in Holland decided last month to scuttle plans for a student-proposed forum on sexuality featuring openly gay filmmaker Dustin Lance Black. (Fresno Bee)
The next step up (9) Nov 4, 2009
South Haven (18-8-1) advances to a Division 3 semifinal at 7 p.m. Wednesday against Tawas (20-2-1) at Hope College. "We moved Chad up to the middle where he was free to roam," said South Haven coach Benno Trenkle, who won his fifth regional title in the last eight years. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Christian College Nixes Forum With Gay Filmmaker Oct 31, 2009
Hope College in Holland, Michigan, issued a statement Wednesday that said Lance Dustin Black's advocacy for gay rights "would not contribute constructively" to the exploration of ongoing issues there. Black received an Academy Award for his original screenplay for "Milk.". (KWTX.com, TX)
Bible verse memory pays off for youths Oct 31, 2009
Former Fresnan Rhoda Janzen, who teaches English and creative writing at Hope College in Holland, Mich. has written the book "Mennonite in a Little Black Dress: A Memoir of Going Home" (Henry Holt, $22). (Fresno Bee)
Time for conferences to get out of the officiating business Oct 28, 2009
Let s hope College Football goes that way; (2) I disagree with the idea there there is no bias. Conspiracy is far too strong a word, but bias. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Boys soccer: 4 is the real number (4) Oct 27, 2009
Bridgman will face Division 4 second-ranked Muskegon Western Michigan Christian in the regional at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Hope College ... As the final 10 minutes ticked down with Bridgman clinging to a 1-0 lead, Bridgman fans chanted, "51, 51, 51." A tying goal by Marcellus' Christian Goodenough with 1:12 to play delayed any chance at securing the record alone at least until regional play Tuesday at Hope College. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
A Loopy Idea That Works: Using Telecoils to Turn Hearing Aids into Mini Loudspeakers Oct 20, 2009
Telecoils work somewhat like Wi-Fi for hearing aids, enabling them to serve as customized, wireless loudspeakers, says , a psychology professor at Hope College in Holland, Mich. and creator of , a Web site that advocates for the technology. (Scientific American)
Rhoda Janzen: From Modern to Mennonite Oct 20, 2009
where she is an English professor at Hope College. The Mennonites are often confused with the Amish, right. (Time.com)
Bring back middlebrow! Oct 18, 2009
Years ago, when W. A. Pannapacker, an associate professor of English at Hope College, in Holland, Mich. arrived at graduate school, he still kept on his shelves some books from his childhood that he especially treasured. (Boston Globe)
Analysis: Vitriol, invective at the speed of light Oct 13, 2009
"It's a hard thing to stop and it is escalating" each time Republicans or Democrats cede power in the capital, said Jack Holmes, political science professor at Hope College in Holland, Mich. Is there away out. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Cross Country Hosts Spartan Invite Sep 18, 2009
The women's 6K race will begin at 1:30 p.m., with runners participating from Adrian College, Central Michigan, Grand Valley St., Hope College, Jackson CC, L ck Club, Lansing CC, M.M.T.C, Marygrove, Miami (Ohio), Michigan, Michigan State, Mott CC, Saginaw Valley, Saucony Canada and Wittenberg. The men's 8K race is scheduled to follow at 1:35 p.m., and will include runners from Adrian College, Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Grand Valley St., Hope College, Jackson CC, Jackson State, Lansing... (Msuspartans.com)
College money: Are you saving in this economy? Sep 16, 2009
College money: Are you saving in this economy. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
City boy meets farm girl ... Sep 11, 2009
I had high hopes of going to college someplace far away but settled on Hope College in Holland, Michigan ... However, life has an interesting way of shaping us, and something about our upbringing in Iowa led us both to Hope College. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Elfie Schults-Berndt Ph.D. (10) Sep 4, 2009
Elfie was instructor at Hope College from 1989-1991, and then was appointed full-time faculty at LMC where she served as Director of Music, teaching applied piano, music theory and aural comprehension. She enjoyed performing solo recitals and concertos but her greatest musical interest was found in collaborating with fellow musicians on chamber music. (The Herald-Palladium)
College kids parents grapple with letting go Sep 2, 2009
Another Elkhart-area girl, Kelsie Draper, 18, moved last weekend into a dormitory at Hope College in Holland, Mich. For weeks, the familys mood has been more celebratory than sad, noted her mother, Gail Draper, 52, a guidance counselor at Elkhart Central High School who is sending the youngest of her three kids to college. (MSNBC -- Health)
Forum: Honesty needed in health care debate Aug 16, 2009
Also, while you are at it, don't drive on those roads built by government funds, and to be true to your principles, don't go to public colleges or accept the state's HOPE college scholarship. We need to question everything. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Janet Chandler Defendants' Appeals Rejected Aug 1, 2009
July 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Attorney General Mike Cox today released the following statement in response to the Michigan Court of Appeals decision to uphold the convictions against all the defendants found guilty for the 1979 rape and murder of 22-year-old Hope College student, Janet Chandler. "I applaud the court's decision to uphold the convictions against those responsible for murdering Janet Chandler. This is a case about a community never giving up. I applaud all those involved for... (PR Newswire)
Harbor teen featured on NewsHour Online Jul 11, 2009
HARBOR SPRINGS Peter Breighner is gaining national attention for an article he wrote arguing free expression rights for unpopular ideas. At least make it mandatory to fly the pirate flag at the gas stations, where we're all being ripped off. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
MIAA winners named Jun 20, 2009
Jed Christiansen of Calvin College received the Albert H. Deal Scholar-Athlete Award, while Nora Kuiper of Hope College has been presented the Sheila Wallace Kovalchik Scholar-Athlete Award. "Jed and Nora have had marvelous careers these last four years in the classroom, on the track, and as role models in our conference. They will be missed, but their selection for these awards from such an exceptional group of nominees is an achievement for which they should take great pride," Commissioner... (Dowagiac News, MI)
MIAA announces 2008-2009 Deal, Kovalchik awards to Christiansen, Kuiper Jun 19, 2009
Jed Christiansen of Calvin College has received the Albert H. Deal Scholar-Athlete Award, while Nora Kuiper of Hope College has been presented the Sheila Wallace Kovalchik Scholar-Athlete Award. "Jed and Nora have had marvelous careers these last four years in the classroom, on the track and as role models in our conference. They will be missed, but their selection for these awards from such an exceptional group of nominees is an achievement for which they should take great pride," Commissioner... (Niles Star, MI)
Class of 2009 takes game to the next level Jun 17, 2009
Each will take their A-game to the next level, with Cook playing at Hope College and Reszka playing at Kalamazoo College ... Shane Kwapis, Gaylord Football, Hope College ... John Hagan, Gaylord Football, Hope College. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Doc's Prom Promise Fulfilled Jun 6, 2009
She will graduate from high school in June, and next fall shell be attending Hope College in Michigan. MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Elmer J. Van Dyke Jun 6, 2009
He was a graduate of Hope College with a BA degree, obtained his teaching certificate in business from Ferris College and received his MA degree from the University of Michigan. He taught in Mount Morris for one year and then was employed as a teacher, principal and superintendent for the Covert Public Schools until 1951. (The Herald-Palladium)
Journeyafter high school Jun 5, 2009
Kelsie recently settled on Hope College, a small, private Christian liberal arts college in Holland, Mich. The school offered her a financial package that will bring the cost down to the level of a state school, about $18,000 a year for tuition and living expenses. (MSNBC -- Health)
Big crowds a thing of the past at Carver? Jun 4, 2009
The commanding leader in the NCAA Division III ranks is Hope College of Holland, Mich. averaging 2,695. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Segregated Georgia proms have no place in 21st century May 29, 2009
Teachers receive state funds, grants are given, and the school's students are eligible for Georgia's well-known HOPE college scholarship. In other words, all Georgians have a little ownership in Montgomery County High. (Athens Banner-Herald)
No comments posted. May 29, 2009
After graduating from high school, both sisters took classical vocal courses at Hope College before transferring to Belmont University in Nashville to study music. A few months after graduating in 1999 they met Kalamazoo native Rogers, who was performing at a friend's house party. (The Herald-Palladium)
Primley, Grabemeyer, Sarao lead Class of 2009 May 20, 2009
College plans: I would like to attend Hope College and major in music education and minor in French. Career plans: become a college vocal director. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Students Face Fierce Competition for Summer Jobs May 17, 2009
Lindsay Boeve, a student at Hope College in Holland, Mich. believes that college students have expectations that are generally too high when it comes to summer jobs. (Fox News)
METCO director promoted to Marblehead High assistant principal May 11, 2009
Originally from Michigan, Kyles got her undergraduate degree from Michigan s Hope College, where she double majored in education, and history and social sciences. She went on to get her master s degree from Simmons College in educational leadership, and is in the process of attaining her doctorate from Cambridge College in curriculum and instruction. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Women's Tennis Begins Defense of NCAA Title May 8, 2009
Bruins Win ITA National Team Sportsmanship Award for April The Hope College men's and UCLA women's tennis teams have been honored as April's recipients of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) National Team Sportsmanship Award, the ITA announced on May 4. UCLA traveled to Waco, Texas to take on Baylor back on March 14. (Uclabruins.com)
41 more cases of Swine flu May 8, 2009
Some counties are seeing new cases because the state changed its reporting system to name the counties where some infected Hope College students are from not Ottawa County where the school is located. The news of 41 more confirmed cases is not surprising because state officials had said 99 percent of cases deemed probable would likely be confirmed. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Mich. says school can reopen, reports 6 flu cases May 7, 2009
The newly confirmed cases are students at Hope College. The state also reported four new probable cases one each in Kent County, Macomb County, Oakland County and Livingston County. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Clayton schools regain accreditation May 2, 2009
State officials have also factored in accreditation when making students eligible for Georgia s HOPE college scholarships. Elgart said SACS remains concerned even as he noted the system s school board, which was at the center of its problems, has made strides in following the rules. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mich. reports more probable H1N1 flu cases May 2, 2009
Ten of the cases were contracted by students at Hope College in Holland, Ottawa County Health Department officials said ... State and local health officials said they had no details on the cases contracted by the 10 students at Hope College, a 3,200-student school in Holland southwest of Grand Rapids ... Hope College planned to conduct spring commencement ceremonies as scheduled Saturday, but Stefanovski said officials were recommending that attendees avoid shaking hands. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Lakers Down Hope for Fifth Straight Win Mar 26, 2009
- Grand Valley State earned its fifth consecutive victory with a 5-4 win over Hope College on Wednesday at the Dewitt Center. The Lakers are now 11-5 on the season. (Gvsulakers.com)
Lakers Snap Skid with 8-1 Win at Hope Mar 26, 2009
- Grand Valley State halted a three-match losing streak with an 8-1 win against Hope College at the Dewitt Tennis Center on Tuesday. The No. 23 Lakers dropped only one doubles point to advance their record to 19-6. (Gvsulakers.com)
Gaylord's Taubitz to play for rising program Trine Mar 25, 2009
Taubitz had been given interest by some Division II schools and was also considering playing at Hope College. In the end, he said he felt most comfortable with Trine, located four hours south of Gaylord in Angola, Ind. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Laker Men's & Women's Tennis At Hope Move Indoors At Dewitt Tennis Center Mar 25, 2009
- The Grand Valley State versus Hope College men's and women's tennis matches set for Tuesday, March 24 have been moved indoors to the Dewitt Tennis Center due to inclement weather. The women's match will start at 3 p.m., with the men to follow at 6 p.m.. (Gvsulakers.com)
George Fox earns first NCAA Division III title Mar 22, 2009
The title game was played before a crowd of 1,830 at DeVos Fieldhouse at Hope College. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Klimowicz is named top player Mar 20, 2009
The announcement came as the Lions were set to take the floor in at the NCAA Division III Championships on the campus of Hope College. The appearance in the NCAA Division III Semifinals is the first for TCNJ.. (NJ.com -- Times)
The Lions are ready to roar Mar 20, 2009
The Lions will take on undefeated George Fox University in the NCAA Divi sion III Final Four at 6 p.m. at DeVos Fieldhouse at Hope College. The winner will meet the sur vivor of today's 4 p.m. semifinal featuring Amherst (29-2) and Washington University in St. Louis (25-4) tomorrow in the championship game. (NJ.com -- Times)
Plugging up the 'brain drain' (674) Mar 19, 2009
Etter, who will attend Hope College in the fall, said she will probably eventually end up back in St. Joseph, but would like to experience life in a big city such as Chicago or New York. Another St. Joseph senior, Kyle Denny, met with Chris Ball, general manager of sales for Whirlpool Corp., at the appliance maker's world headquarters in Benton Township. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
TCNJ cleans up quite nicely Mar 19, 2009
Louis) meet at 4 p.m. tomorrow in the other semifinal at the tournament hosted by Hope College. The winners will meet for the national championship at 1 p.m. Saturday. (NJ.com -- Times)
Endicott rallies past UMass-Boston, 4-3 Mar 17, 2009
UMass Boston will be in action again on Wednesday, March 18 when they take on Hope College at noon in Winter Haven, Fla. at Polk Community College, while the Gulls take on Amherst on Wednesday at 12:30 in Winter Haven. (Ecgulls.com)
Jessica Lenardson St. Joseph's first title since Lainie Lu Howard Mar 12, 2009
Tiffany, daughter of Steven and Sylvia Coffing, will be attending Hope College in Holland next fall to obtain a degree in occupational therapy. "I also hope to be in southwest Michigan, raising a family.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
St. Joe in bloom: Lenardson crowned Miss Blossomtime (1600) Mar 12, 2009
She plans to attend Hope College in the fall to obtain a degree in occupational therapy. Tiffany also received the Bob Braamse Community Service Award in honor of Bob Braamse, who has been involved in Blossomtime for 51 years. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Miss Saint Joseph Jessica Lenardson wears the crown Mar 11, 2009
She is a senior at Bridgman and plans to attend Hope College in the fall to obtain a degree in Occupational Therapy. Courtney Davis, Miss Edwardsburg 2009, took home the title of Second Runner up. (Niles Star, MI)
Two area young men are National Merit semi-finalists Mar 10, 2009
or Hope College in Holland. Dorr said her son will pursue a career in the sciences or biology, although he "likes math a lot." At home, Gritter-Dorr enjoys video games, reading and listening to music. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Bestwick: Vouchers won't help most at-risk students Mar 8, 2009
Since then, the lottery has generated revenues of more than $33 billion, with a little more than a third of that going to the HOPE college scholarship fund ... Since then, the lottery has generated revenues of more than $33 billion, with a little more than a third of that going to the HOPE college scholarship fund. (Athens Banner-Herald)
B-W rides hot hands to first-round victory Mar 7, 2009
B-W overcame a woeful first half to rally for a 52-44 victory over the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg in Division III first-round action at Hope College. The Yellow Jackets (22-7) advanced to tonight's second-round game at Hope at 7. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Forum: Universal vouchers would reverse progress in education Mar 6, 2009
The state lottery-funded HOPE college scholarship has been great for Georgia. Because of HOPE, an amazing 70 percent of Georgia seniors take the SAT college admissions exam - the 10th-best participation rate in the country. (Athens Banner-Herald)
HIV/AIDS awareness events at Hope Feb 24, 2009
AIDS and HIV don t pop up in everyday small talk in West Michigan, but a Hope College student group hopes that a couple of events Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 24-25, will not only spread awareness, but prompt locals to get tested for the deadly virus. The Hope student group Acting on Aids is showing a video 7 to 9 p.m. today, Feb. 24, called Absolutely Positive about the lives of eleven Americans who are HIV-positive. (HollandSentinel.com)
Carthage men on track for CCIW swim title Feb 21, 2009
CARTHAGE: The Lady Reds opened the indoor portion of their 2008-09 season with a 6-3 loss to Hope College at the DeWitt Tennis Center in Holland, Mich. Hollis McPeek won at No. 3 singles for Carthage as did the No. 1 doubles team of McPeek and Taylor Gustafson and the No. 3 doubles team of Katie Hornick and Jennifer Immen. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Wedge Appoints Schellenberg Director Feb 11, 2009
He is a graduate of Hope College and Valparaiso University Law School. For further information, please go to. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
