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. Itɫəs 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

  1. The Hope College Global Travel Program is Going to Scotland!

    Posted by Courtney E. Brewster '04

    Since 1961, alumni and friends of the college have had the opportunity to explore the world as li...

  2. Introductions

    Posted by Alexander Jones | Vice President of Philanthropy and Engagement

    Alumni and Friends of Hope College, Greetings! I am Dr. Alexander Jones, Hopeɫəs new Vice Presid...

  3. Global Travel | Paris 2025

    Posted by Kate Ralston '09

    The Olympics may be over, but you can still Experience Paris with the Hope College Global Travel ...

  4. Introducing the 10 Under 10 Award Recipients for 2024

    Posted by Kate Ralston '09

    On October 26, 2024, weɫəll welcome ten new young alumni into the league of 10 Under 10 Award re...

  5. Thank You! Day of Giving 2024

    Posted by The Annual Philanthropy Team

    The grand totals are in and itɫəs time to celebrate! We couldnɫət be more thankful for the alum...

  6. A Love Story from More than 100 Years Ago . . .

    Posted by Brian M. Breen '89

    It was 50 years in the making, too! As a new Greek member in 1986, I became mesmerized by the his...

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Hope by the Numbers

  • 2,200+The Hope College Connection

    There are over 2,200 mentors in The Hope College 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

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  • 8,000+Hope College Donors

    When you make a gift to Hope, you are joining more than 8,000 others who share your strong commitment and contribute to Hopeɫəs success each year.

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  • 35%Networking Connections

    35% of the most recent graduating class said networking connections helped them secure employment

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Alumni News & Events

  1. Campus Life

    Hope Board of Trustees Elects New Members

    The Hope College Board of Trustees has elected five new members in addition to reappointing two members and appointing new Executive Committee members.

  2. Placeholder Image Event image for The Story of Chasing Beauty

    Campus-Life

    The Story of Chasing Beauty
    Date
    Location
    American Writers Museum 180 N. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL
  3. Placeholder Image Event image for Community Summit on Arts and Humanities | Keynote Speech

    Academics

    Community Summit on Arts and Humanities | Keynote Speech
    Date
    Location
    Graves Hall