Hope College Center for Diversity and Inclusion

09/21/2026

The recording of the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Lecture at Hope College is now available! Watch it here: https://blogs.hope.edu/diverse-perspectives/diversity-lecture/2026-hispanic-heritage-month-lecture/

A huge thanks to our keynote speaker, Dr. Delia Fernández-Jones, for her insightful presentation: “Don’t Leave It to Chance: Inclusive Placemaking for Belonging and Access.”

Dr. Delia Fernández-Jones presented a lecture, “Don’t Leave It to Chance: Inclusive Placemaking for Belonging and Access,” during Hope College’s 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 3:30 p.m. in the concert hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts. Dr. Fer...

08/06/2026

Learn how to find accessible routes through Hope College's classroom buildings.

07/30/2026

Incoming freshmen and families: Learn more about the Step2Success program, offered as part of Hope College's New Student Orientation!

07/28/2026

Get to know the 2026 Step2Success Assistant Directors and hear a little bit about involvement on campus at Hope College!

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05/08/2026

Today's My Truth Presenter: Estherqueen!

Estherqueen is majoring in Biology with a minor in Studio Art. She served as a Trustee for the Pan-African Student Association and was a member of Women of Color United. Estherqueen’s future plans include working in a lab and attending graduate school.

Watch Estherqueen's My Truth below!

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05/07/2026

Our next My Truth Presenter: Kate!

Kate is double-majoring in Social Work and Sociology with a minor in Statistics. Kate served as a Mentoring Senior for Prism and Orientation Director. After graduation, Kate plans to attend Colorado State University to pursue a Master's in Social Work.

Listen to Kate's My Truth below!

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05/06/2026

Today's My Truth Presenter: Claudia!

Claudia is a member of the Class of 2026, double-majoring in English and Theatre. She also holds a double minor in Communication and Professional Writing. Claudia served as President of the Asian Student Union. After graduation, she is attending graduate school for Library and Information Science.

Read her blog below.

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05/05/2026

Introducing our next My Truth Presenter: Justin!

Justin is a graduating senior majoring in Biomedical Engineering. We are so grateful for his incredible leadership and impact on our campus community. Listen to Justin's My Truth below.

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05/04/2026

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to release the 2026 My Truth Series. This series contains blogs and videos that capture the lived experiences of diverse students at Hope College.

Isabella is a member of the Class of 2026, double-majoring in Sociology and Women’s and Gender Studies with an emphasis in Criminal Justice. She also holds a minor in American Ethnic Studies. On campus, Isabella has served as the Treasurer for Women of Color United and as the Chief of Culture and Inclusion for the Student Congress.

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04/16/2026

Watch the promotional video for the production, “You For Me For You” by playwright Mia Chung, from April 17-25, 2026!

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