Hope College News
2026 May
Hope College Joins USTA Coaching to Develop Next Generation of Tennis Coaches
Through a newly established program designed to strengthen the pipeline of future tennis professionals, USTA Coaching will collaborate with Hope College to further align academic preparation with the evolving needs of the tennis industry.
Hope College 2026 Commencement Address
Peter Stuursma ’93 — associate professor of kinesiology instruction and Hope’s head football coach — addressed Hope’s Class of 2026 on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Ray and Sue Smith Stadium in Holland, Michigan. It was the 161st commencement for Hope College, which celebrated 815 graduates — the largest graduating class in Hope’s history.
2026 Apr
Hope’s Largest Graduating Class Celebrated During May 10 Graduation Activities
Hope College will host its baccalaureate and commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 10, when the largest graduation class in Hope’s history will gather.