Six new teachers join Petoskey staff Sep 8, 2008
Education: Bachelor of science degree from Hope College, master s in education from Aquinas College. Teaching experience: One year of experience, previously taught in Lansing School District. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
The Offspring Debate Sep 5, 2008
"When public figures use their own children, I think they have to be very cautious about that," says Jane Dickie, a developmental psychologist and professor of women's studies at Hope College in Holland, Mich. But, she says, that only goes so far. (W-USA News, DC)
Community Foundation awards 13 college scholarships Aug 23, 2008
Tiffany will be attending Hope College in the fall and majoring in nursing. - Advertisement. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
GHS duo has European soccer adventure Aug 22, 2008
Cook said he d like to play at Hope College next year, while Stilson would like to play at a Division II or III school. They were able to improve their game on the continent it s been made famous on, by playing five European club teams during their trip. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
The healing power of forgiveness Aug 17, 2008
Charlotte vanOyen Witvliet, an associate professor of psychology at Hope College in Holland, Mich ... I think we've got a long way to go, says Witvliet, the Hope College researcher. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Meter matter: Petoskey parking stirs perennial debate Aug 16, 2008
At that time, new streetscapes and a sidewalk snowmelt system were installed in the business district, which is home to various specialty stores, restaurants and residential spaces and near the campus of Hope College. Aesthetically, some thought the meters would detract from the new features, Fitzpatrick added, noting that meters were meant to promote space turnover and generated just enough money to cover enforcement. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
More of this story Aug 13, 2008
Oct. 4 Hope College A. Oct. 11 Alma College H. (Cheboygan Daily Tribune, MI)
Study: Obese workers just as effective Aug 11, 2008
The research, from Michigan State University and Hope College, could have profound effects on hiring and firing in Michigan, the only state that makes obesity discrimination in the workplace illegal ... By comparing their weight, body-mass index and percentage of fat to self-reported personality traits, Roehling and his wife and co-author, Hope College psychologist Patricia Roehling, found that people with excess weight were no more likely to be lazy, noncooperative or pessimistic than those of... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Hope picked to win MIAA football crown Aug 9, 2008
ALMA - Defending MIAA co-champion Hope College has been installed as the preseason favorite to win the 2008 league football championship. Despite losing 15 starters to graduation, including nine on offense, a poll of coaches and media Thursday gave the Flying Dutchmen a slight nod over Adrian and Olivet, who shared last year's championship with Hope and made its first appearance in the NCAA Division III playoffs. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Niles' Autumn Grayson to run for Broncos Aug 8, 2008
Grayson chose Western Michigan over Spring Arbor University, Hope College, Elmhurst College and Bethel College because she wanted to compete with some of the top athletes in the country. She feels that this will be a big challenge and is looking forward to being a Bronco. (Niles Star, MI)
Monday Profile: Renowned portrait artist draws a crowd to La Crosse Aug 4, 2008
Education: Medical illustration degree from City of Hope College, microbiology degree from Cal-Poly Pomona. Accomplishments: 2000 Best of Show at Portrait Artists of America portrait arts competition; written hundreds of articles for various international art museums, named to faculty of Portrait Artists of America, teaches summer classes at her La Crosse studio, which attracts students from around the world; former art teacher at Blessed Sacrament, Aquinas and Western Wisconsin Technical... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
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The 2005 Hope College graduate looks to continue in the footsteps of Koehnlein and Sypher, who he said have become somewhat like mentors to him. He's the new owner, but he said he's been molded by two of the best. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
`Love is not only for the young' Jul 25, 2008
Harold and Alma met at Hope College, where they shared a friendship and a common interest in music. After graduation, they went their separate ways. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
IPS hires fresh faces Jul 22, 2008
The Hope College graduate comes to IPS after teaching special education at West Ottawa Public Schools, where she also coached volleyball and softball. In his remarks to the board, Kirby said West Ottawa's principal only cut her position for financial reasons and that IPS better hire her. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
He's tuned in to the sounds birds make Jul 21, 2008
Education: Studied biology at Hope College in Michigan before being drafted in 1972. He went to the Army's Defense Language Institute and studied Hungarian before returning to Hope to finish his degree in 1977. (Boston Globe)
Magic of musicSeven decades after first meeting, musicians marry and still perform Jul 19, 2008
Alma Viswat was a 17-year-old Hope College freshman from Kalamazoo, who eventually earned a degree in music and completed some graduate work at Northwestern University ... All the while, a musical friend she met at Hope College in 1936 was composing a musical life of his own on the other side of the country. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Georgia Lottery sets sales record Jul 16, 2008
Lottery proceeds pay for the HOPE college scholarship program and pre-kindergarten classes for four-year-olds. The rest of the sales money goes back into prizes and pays for advertising and administrative costs associated with running the lottery. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sneak preview: High school basketball Jun 19, 2008
The County team is led by Riverdale point guard Aimee Brooks (Long Beach State) and four players from Yosemite's D-III section runner-up squad in Jodee McMillen (Reedley College), Samantha Norberg (Fresno City), Alyssa Barigian (Hope College) and Lauren Rolff (Reedley College). Boys game: The Edison High duo of Phillip Ward (Tennessee State) and ChaRunn Jones (University of Washington) lead a tall, high-speed team. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Ruths Division III's top cager Jun 13, 2008
In the semifinal game, Ruths tallied 30 points to lead the Bears past No. 1-ranked Hope College, 89-74. For his efforts, not only did Ruths garner the tournament's Most Valuable Player award, he was also named the and DIII News Division III National Player of the Year. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Food was as plentiful as wine at first-time fest Jun 10, 2008
It tastes like straight-up mango -- like I'm eating a frozen mango,'' said Hope College student Casey Lamb, 23, after he tasted Palazzolo's mango sorbetto. CONTINUED 1. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
SMC awards construction bid Jun 7, 2008
"Shelton Construction Co. was founded in 1993 by Daniel A. Shelton, president and chief executive officer.Since its inception, Shelton Construction Co. has successfully completed hundreds of projects in southwestern Michigan.Recent projects that Shelton has completed for SMC include construction of the M-TECSM facility on the college's Niles Area Campus, the Conference Center East expansion to the Fred L. Mathews Library, the renovation of the automotive training facility in the A.C. Kairis... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Student's brutal murder kept secret for 25 years May 28, 2008
Watch excerpts from the documentary that reignited the investigation into Chandlers murder, created by Professor David Schocks Hope College students in 2003 ... David Schock, the Hope College professor whose class made the documentary that reignited the case of Janet Chandler, has begun an organization called Delayed Justice ... Back in 1979, Janet Chandler was a 22-year-old music student at Hope College, in Holland, Mich. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Chi-Hi students earn over $1.25 million in scholarships May 23, 2008
Hope College: Zachary Pedigo earned the Distinguished Artist Scholarship ( 2,500, renewable for four years), and the Freshmen Music Prize of 200 toward additional saxophone lessons. Arizona State University: Heather Walicki earned the National Merit Finalist Scholarship ( 23,000 renewable for four years). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Kuiper sprints into record books May 21, 2008
HOLLAND -- Hope College sprinter Nora Kuiper is almost lost for words when trying to explain her achievement at this month's Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championships ... 13 in the 100-meter dash, the former Parchment High School standout broke not only the Hope College record but also set the new league record in the conference -- a feat she didn't learn about until she reached the medals stand. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Hillary Clinton Apr 23, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton, Democrat of New York - Philanthropy. " Would work to allow people who do not itemize tax deductions to deduct charitable gifts, to help nonprofit groups compete for government contracts, and to highlight the work that nonprofit groups do for example, through White House conferences. Source: Response to Nonprofit Primary Project Poverty Would create a $1-billion Child Opportunity Fund to pay for programs to fight child poverty that follow "social venture capital"... (The Chronicle of Philanthropy)
Fisher to extend soccer career at Western Texas Apr 12, 2008
It's nice to see soccer thriving in High School. He is the 1st Brownwood Lion to receive a scholarship but not the the 1st Brownwood soccer player to receive a scholarship. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Hope College baseball team starts season with 3-11 record Apr 5, 2008
HOLLAND - The Hope College baseball team is off to a rough start this season. The Flying Dutchmen are currently 3-11 overall and 1-3 in the MIAA.. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Hope off to rough start Apr 4, 2008
HOLLAND - The Hope College baseball team is off to a rough start this season. The Flying Dutchmen are currently 3-11 overall and 1-3 in the MIAA. Former Dowagiac and Lake Michigan College standout Rich Burling is currently hitting. (Niles Star, MI)
South Haven to `strike fast' Apr 2, 2008
Every game is important,'' said the ambitious, 27-year-old Nichols, who is a 2004 Hope College graduate. You're going to get hit every week. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Parade to celebrate Lady Jackets national championship season (337) Apr 1, 2008
Reminding people of Brownwood sports and we can compete with the best in the nation and win In the online Bwd paper it talked about a possible parade. WOWI just seen it in the online paper that the parade was today at 10:00 am I read the Bwd online paper each day and have not seen a thing about the parade going to be this Saturday the 29th. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Hrusovsky Awarded Post Graduate Scholarship for Career in Athletics Apr 1, 2008
Hope College Carolyn Hrusovsky, Bowling Green State University Katie McKee, University of Redlands Jennifer Myhre, Messiah College Rebekah Porter, University of New Hampshire Natalie Schembra, Coker College Christin Shibley, San Diego State University Krystal Stein, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale Ashley Thomas, Louisiana State University Rachel Zollner, Metropolitan State College of Denver. Portions of this release was taken from the NCAA.org website. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Art to raise awareness of AIDS pandemic Mar 30, 2008
The exhibit will feature works from WMU, Kalamazoo College and Hope College students. The artwork will be sold through a silent auction, with all proceeds donated to World Vision, a Christian charitable organization that provides help to citizens in more than 100 countries. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
BHS graduate Sarah Jockers helps Howard Payne claim national title Mar 29, 2008
68-54, at Hope College s DeVos Fieldhouse in Holland, Mich. in the Division III national championship game. (Boerne Star, TX)
Christin Shibley Receives NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Mar 28, 2008
Women's Awardees - San Diego State Julie Abaray - Missouri Lauren Askey - Lynchburg College Jillian Austin - Loyola Marymount Amanda Friedline - Hope College Carolyn Hrusovsky - Bowling Green Katie McKee - Redlands Jennifer Myhre - Messiah College Rebekah Porter - New Hampshire Natalie Schembra - Coker College Krystal Stein - Southern Illinois Ashley Thomas - LSU Rachel Zollner - Metro State. (Goaztecs.com)
Taking the Nation by Swarm Mar 25, 2008
You were a great representative of the greatness of Texas basketball. It was a pleasure to watch the game on tv, and listen to Dallas Huston via the internet. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Women's Basketball: Falcons falter in final Mar 23, 2008
68-54, in the championship game at Hope College s DeVos Fieldhouse. No. 4-ranked Messiah finished the season 30-3 while Howard Payne, which won the national championship in its first Final Four appearance, completed the first undefeated season since Washington University of St. Louis went 30-0 in 2000. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Division III Women’s Final Four: One more to go for Falcons Mar 22, 2008
The Messiah Falcons went on a 15-0 run early in the first half Friday evening and glided into today s Division III national championship game with an 80-60 victory over Oglethorpe in the semifinals at DeVos Fieldhouse, on the campus of Hope College. Messiah, which is ranked No. 4 in the nation, will take on No. 2-ranked Howard Payne, a 69-59 winner over UW- Whitewater, in today s 6 p.m. championship game. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Women's College Basketball: Offseason work paying off for Falcons Mar 21, 2008
When the Messiah women s basketball team files into its locker room at Hope College in Michigan today for its NCAA Division III semifinal matchup with Oglethorpe, the Falcons will carry with them the hope of reaching another NCAA finals. Hope. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Community on a national stage, on many platforms Mar 19, 2008
It seems to me that you are almost challenging them to do so. I dare say, that is a very dangerous thing to do. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
On to the Final Four! (2537) Mar 18, 2008
We are all in hopes of you obtaining a National Championship. Fantastic program and team effort. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
NCAA Division III Women's Tournament: Seasons to remember Mar 16, 2008
Oglethorpe will likely relish its 27-win season, regardless of Friday s outcome at Hope College. But with the run this Falcons team has had this season, for these Messiah women to truly become the best team to play for coach Miller, nothing short of an NCAA finals berth will do. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
NCAA Division III Women's Tournament: Falcons soar into Final Four Mar 16, 2008
Messiah (29-2) will take on Oglethorpe University on Friday at Hope College in Holland, Mich ... Unbeaten Howard Payne edged previously unbeaten Hope College 53-49 to also snag a spot in the Final Four, and Wisconsin-Whitewater beat DePauw in the fourth Elite Eight matchup. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
NCAA Division III Women's Basketball: Messiah advances to Final Four Mar 16, 2008
The Falcons (29-2) will face Oglethorpe in the NCAA semifinals at Hope College in Michigan on Friday. Oglethorpe defeated Kean in their sectional final. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Burling, Richardson return for Hope Mar 15, 2008
The stadium honors Ronald Boeve, Hope College class of 1953 and an assistant baseball coach for nearly a quarter of century, and his wife Sonja (Sunny). The stadium project included the installation of permanent stands for fans, a press box and dugouts at the location of the existing playing field. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Bioinformatics technology developed at Argonne provides new insight into microbial activities Mar 15, 2008
For this study, DNA sequences first were analyzed by using a high-throughput pipeline called the metagenomics RAST (Rapid Annotation using Subsystem Technology) server (), developed by researchers from Argonne in collaboration with FIG, the University of Chicago, San Diego State University and Hope College. Comparing such a huge number of metagenomes is an enormous computational task, said Rick Stevens, a principal investigator in the project and associate laboratory director of Computing,... (EurekAlert!)
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Mar 8, 2008
Environmentalist to visit Hope College. HOLLAND -- Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. will present ``Live Simply So That Others May Simply Live'' at 8 p.m. Tuesday in Hope College's Dimnent Memorial Chapel, 277 College Ave.. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Chris Ngo Merritt Island Tennis Mar 5, 2008
" Where will you be four years from now? "I hope college tennis or maybe pursuing pro tennis. I like the sport because you are by yourself. (Florida Today)
Men Have A Harder Time Forgiving Than Women Do Mar 4, 2008
Exline is the lead author on the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology's article, "Not so Innocent: Does Seeing One's Own Capability for Wrongdoing Predict Forgiveness?" She collaborated with researchers Roy Baumeister and Anne Zell from Florida State University; Amy Kraft from Arizona State; and Charlotte Witvliet from Hope College. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS.. (Science Daily)
Players react differently to MHSFCA selection Mar 3, 2008
It's going to be really good for me because next year I'll be playing against some bigger, older guys, and it'll tell me where I'm at,'' said Whittington, who is mulling his options, which include Hope College, Albion and Alma, or possibly as a walk-on at WMU.. CONTINUED 1. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Albion ends `K' season Feb 28, 2008
Andy Reule scored 15 points and Bill Leising 14 for Albion, which improves to 19-5 and will face Calvin in the semifinals at Hope College. Pat Clancy scored nine points and grabbed four rebounds in his final game for the Hornets. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Inspiration Software Honors 25 Educators With Scholarships for Best Projects Using Visual Learning Feb 25, 2008
- Lisa Caswell, Perrysburg Junior High School, Perrysburg, Ohio - Susan Cherup, Hope College, Holland, Mich. - Robyn Chrast, Sandburg Middle School, Golden Valley, Minn. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
State assisting Clayton schools Feb 23, 2008
Perdue said his office also is looking at ways to help older students who might become ineligible for state-sponsored HOPE college scholarships if their schools lose their accreditation. SACS investigated allegations of allegations of micromanaging, misuse of funds, abuse of power, bid tampering and conflict of interest and last week issued a scathing report, finding Clayton schools "fatally flawed" and recommending that the district's accreditation be revoked effective Sept. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
KVCC women fall in final seconds Feb 21, 2008
HOPE COLLEGE 91, KALAMAZOO COLLEGE 53: At Kalamazoo, Hope amassed a 46-21 halftime lead and ran away with the rest of the game, outrebounding the Hornets 47-33 along the way. Miranda DeKuiper scored 15 points to lead Hope (23-0, 15-0 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association), followed by Philana Greene with 10. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lottery: Dedicate 'voluntary tax' to universities Feb 20, 2008
Since its Georgia-style HOPE college scholarship program for in-state students was created in 2004 (along with money dedicated to fund early childhood education programs), Tennessee's lottery proceeds have just topped $1 billion. But Mississippi lawmakers would turn down the estimated minimum $100 million a year a state lottery would bring, or the effect of those funds for lowering taxpayers' costs for universities or lowering tuitions. (The Clarion-Ledger)
58th District race heats up, as another candidate throws hat in ring to replace term-limited Caswell Feb 19, 2008
He attended Hope College in Holland, where he earned a bachelor s degree in political science, and continues to reside in Coldwater. He has worked for the U.S. Attorney General s office, Jon Van Allsburg circuit court campaign, U.S. Rep. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
A bit about poets Keplinger, Sellers Feb 17, 2008
PROFESSION: English professor at Hope College, poet. EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree, MFA and doctorate from Florida State University. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lawmakers target lottery bonuses Feb 8, 2008
Sales from lottery tickets pay for HOPE college scholarships and pre-kindergarten programs. "We want to bring accountability to the spending of the Georgia Lottery Corp. because they have freedom to do things that affect HOPE scholarships," Senate Minority Whip Mitch Seabaugh (R-Sharpsburg) said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Exploiting America's Veterans Jan 30, 2008
World War II veteran Nelson Koeman, 88, claps for US Republican presidential candidate Senator John McCain (R-AZ) during a campaign rally at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, January 14, 2008. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton (UNITED STATES) US PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN 2008 (USA). (Townhall.com)
Sarah Brittan is new Miss Mattawan Jan 29, 2008
She has served as a mentor for HeartLIFE. McBride, daughter of Amy and Mike Gillette, is also a senior at MHS. Following graduation, she plans to attend Hope College, pursuing a career as a certified accountant. She is a member of the school's National Honor Society. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
More of this story» Jan 29, 2008
First Runner-Up Molly Seurynck attends Hope College in Holland. She is studying biology, with a Spanish minor. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Laker Women Claim 148-83 Win At Hope Jan 26, 2008
- Grand Valley State won 10 events and went on to claim a 148-83 victory over Hope College Friday night in Holland. GVSU will return to action Saturday versus GLIAC rival Findlay. (Gvsulakers.com)
GVSU Tops Hope, 143-86, In Men's Swimming & Diving Jan 26, 2008
- Grand Valley State won 10 events and cruised to a 143-86 victor over Hope College Friday night in Holland. GVSU will host Findlay in a GLIAC dual meet Saturay at 1 p.m. at the GVSU Pool. (Gvsulakers.com)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: Scholarships offered Jan 23, 2008
Silvia Diffenderfer of Escondido was named to the 2007-08 first semester dean's list at Hope College in St. Holland, Mich. She is the daughter of Jan and Barbara Diffenderfer. (North County Times)
Lakers Claim 127-110 Victory At Indianapolis Jan 22, 2008
Women's Swimming - Grand Valley State - Official Athletic Site. - Grand Valley State claimed an impressive 127-110 GLIAC road victory at Indianapolis on the heels of a Friday night home meet. (Gvsulakers.com)
Schenectady Christian wins like family Jan 16, 2008
The 6-foot-1 senior guard, who has been contacted by such schools as Baptist Bible College, Hope College and Gordon College, is averaging a team-best 21. 5 points per game this season to go along with 6. (Albany Times Union)
