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The Global Water Research Institute at Hope College enables water-centered research that can transform the health and well-being of local, regional and global communities.

09/23/2026

We hope to see you at Kollen Park THIS Saturday, from 10-2pm for this years Macatawa Water Festival, with odcnetwork!
Join us in celebrating the Macatawa Watershed through kayaking, crafts, live animals, native seed activities, games, and more! And of course, don’t forget to say hi to all of us here at the Global Water Research Institute! 😉

09/20/2026

In honor of World Clean-Up Day, we’re highlighting the work of one of our summer research students, Claire! Through work in the Fast Stormwater Lab, she studied the effects of heavy metal pollution from marinas into the Macatawa area, while continuing the litter research of recently retired Dr. Bodenbender. Her work in the lab has deeply enriched her time at hopecollege, and allowed her to develop her abilities as an environmental scientist💧🥼

09/09/2026

As semester enters full swing, we’re reflecting on a summer of amazing work across our laboratories here at the Global Water Research Institute!
Our summer researchers spent meaningful time building connection with their mentors, building lab and field experience, and gaining appreciation for the vast world around us 🏞️🥼💧

05/29/2026

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18 from 11am–3pm for ODC Network’s annual Macatawa Water Festival at Kollen Park!
This FREE community event invites families to explore the Macatawa Watershed through hands-on activities including kayaking, biking, live animal encounters, games, crafts, and more hosted by local partners. Join us as we celebrate watershed health, outdoor learning, and community connection.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from here at the Global Water Research Institute! Here, we’re focused on the small and big ways we can steward our planet’s water resources, protecting this earth and its communities for years to come💧

04/20/2026

Water conservation doesn’t always start with pipes and infrastructure; it can begin right in our backyards.
By replacing traditional turf grass with native plants, we can significantly reduce outdoor water use, ease demand on our local drinking water system, and help keep rates affordable for the entire community. It’s a simple shift with a meaningful impact!
This Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30 PM, join us to learn how native landscaping supports long-term water sustainability and discover practical ways to make a difference at home.
🌱 Bonus for Holland Board of Public Works customers: attendees will receive a coupon for one free native plant from the spring native plant sale.

04/19/2026

A huge thankyou to all who participated in this year’s Celebration of Undergraduate Research here at Hope College! Students were able to share their projects here at the Global Water Research Institute. This year, 18 projects were awarded blue ribbons for their connection to water centered research, which has the ability to transform the health and well-being of local, regional and global communities!🥼💧

04/16/2026

Every year at CURCA, the Global Water Research Institute recognizes research projects across multiple departments that meet one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This year, 18 projects are represented! 🥳
Stop by between 2:30 and 5 this Friday, April 17th, 2026 to see the amazing work our students are doing!

04/08/2026

Hear from Dr. Michael Philben this Friday at 2pm as he presents on his ongoing project investigating Michigan Peatlands as a part of the Global Water Research Institute!

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35 E. 12th Street
Holland, MI
49423

Telephone

+16163957720

Website

http://hope.edu/gwri

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