College Leadership

2024–2025 Hope College Board of Trustees

2024–2025 Board of Trustees

Dr. Stephen Boerigter, Chair (Holland, Michigan)
Dr. Matthew Wixson, Vice-Chair (Ann Arbor, Michigan)
Ms. Victoria Brunn, Secretary (Seattle, Washington)
Mr. Matthew Scogin, President (Holland, Michigan)
Reverend Eddy Aleman (Caledonia, Michigan)
Mr. Thomas Gordon (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
Mr. PJ Huizenga (Hinsdale, Illinois)
Mrs. Debbi Jarvis (Potomac, Maryland)
Mrs. Lisa Joldersma (Washington, D.C.)
Mr. Eric Keen (Nashville, Tennessee)
Mr. Timothy Long (Ada, Michigan)
Mr. Jim McFarlin III (Champaign, Illinois)
Dr. Steven McMullen (Holland, Michigan)
Mr. Andrew Ohm (Redondo Beach, California)
Mrs. Laura Paredes (Old Greenwich, Connecticut)
Dr. Jeanne Petit (Holland, Michigan)
Reverend Michael Pitsenberger (Rock Valley, Iowa)
Mrs. Leslie Schoon-Monday (Sammamish, Washington)
Dr. Edward Jonathan Soderstrom (Madison, Connecticut)
Dr. Dara Spearman (Fort Wayne, Indiana)
Rt Reverend Eugene Sutton (Washington, D.C.)
Ms. Frances Traisman (Seattle, Washington)
Ms. Carol Van Andel (Ada, Michigan)
Mr. Brett VanderKamp (Holland, Michigan)

The Hope Leadership Team meets weekly to address matters affecting the college community. In addition to making decisions regarding policy, procedure and resources, the team ensures that Hope College fulfills its mission and makes progress on the strategic plan.

Tom Bylsma, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Gerald Griffin, Provost
Rev. Dr. Nathan Hart, The Hinga-Boersma Dean of the Chapel
Nate Haveman, Vice President of Enrollment Management
Alex Jones, Vice President of Philanthropy & Engagement
Becky Starkenburg, Vice President of Student Formation and Dean of Students
Dr. Sonja Trent-Brown, Vice President for Culture and Inclusive Excellence
Matthew A. Scogin, President
Jason Gomory, Director, Office of the President and Strategy, and Special Assistant to the Board of Trustees

The cabinet provides primary leadership support for strategic priorities and initiatives. Its purpose is to separate strategic planning from operations. The cabinet functions as an advisory board to shape the spiritual climate of our campus, form our workplace culture, and ensure alignment with campus-wide initiatives and strategy. The cabinet also serves to enhance communications within the college community.

Kristyn Bochniak

Associate Dean for Residential Life and Education

In the time between work and hanging out with family and friends, I like to craft. From a sewing machine to a crochet hook, I always have a project or two in the works.

Courtney E. Brewster

Executive Director of Engagement

Fun fact coming soon!

Tom Bylsma

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

My favorite thing to do outside of work is to spend time with family, especially enjoying the outdoors – national parks and day hikes near and on mountains are my favorite.

Jason Cash

Director of Public Affairs and Marketing

My favorite things to do outside of work are to spend time with my family, be at my kids’ sports and activities, and cheer for Detroit sports teams.

Shonn Colbrunn

Executive Director of the Boerigter Center for Calling and Career

I love that Hope is located in an area with a lot of natural beauty and opportunities to spend time outside — particularly the beaches of Lake Michigan.

Carol De Jong

Dean for Academic Services and Registrar

My favorite thing to do outside of work is to spend time with family and babysit my five grandchildren.

Sara Dorer

Director of Human Resources

My favorite things about Hope College are the relationships available to students with faculty and staff on Hope’s campus and the endless opportunities for personal, spiritual and intellectual growth that are embedded in every experience.

Jason Gomory

Director, Office of the President and Strategy, and Special Assistant to the Board of Trustees

There is so much to love about Hope and Holland! Being from Florida, my favorite thing about West Michigan is the four seasons (snow and all)!

Gerald Griffin

Provost

I have loved viewing IMAGES. The creativity and celebration of a multitude of cultures is astounding.

Nathan Hart

The Hinga-Boersma Dean of the Chapel

My favorite thing to do on campus is to go to Chapel, and my favorite activity at home is sitting by a warm fireplace on a winter’s day.

Nate Haveman

Vice President of Enrollment Management

My favorite tradition is The Pull (Even Year, Every Year!). Outside of work, I love to enjoy the four seasons, the beach, and lots of golf.

Carl Heideman

Director of Process and Innovation

My favorite thing about Hope College is the sincere care and friendliness of the community. While it is not perfect, and we have issues such as marginalization and “West Michigan Nice,” there is a strong spirit of comprehensive care for others that is uplifting and fulfilling.

Alexander Jones

Vice President of Philanthropy & Engagement

My favorite thing about West Michigan is the people. And the food. And the summer sun. And the water. And the winter. Basically, I love it all.

Heidi Kraus

Associate Provost

I love to travel (both with students and my family)! I lead the Paris May Term with Dr. Laurent Janes, and I enjoy visiting new places and seeing old through new eyes.

Gerald Longjohn

Senior Associate Dean of Students

I love Hope’s commitment to student leadership. From resident assistants who navigate challenging student issues to members of Student Congress who serve in key leadership roles across campus, Hope students are leading with humility, integrity and passion!

Steve Maiullo

Dean of Arts & Humanities

Outside of work, you can find me on the various bike paths, biking, running or walking — usually at 5 a.m. with a reflective vest and a light on my head.

Kristin Meyer

Dean of Libraries

I love Hope’s motto, Spera in Deo — Hope in God. When I’m not in a library, you might find me hiking with my family, planning a day trip that combines nature and history, or hunting for antique treasures.

Jill Nutt

Director of Financial Aid

I love to travel, particularly with friends. And there’s nothing better than a good road trip!

Jonathan Peterson

Dean of Natural and Applied Sciences

My favorite Hope tradition is the Pre-College Conference communion service for faculty and staff at the beginning of the academic year.

Amy Quincey

Senior Director of Fried Center for Global Engagement

My favorite Hope tradition is IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures! I love seeing the global community at Hope take to the stage to shine and highlight the various cultures represented at Hope. My favorite thing to do outside of work is to ride my horse, Whiskey, on the beautiful West Michigan trails!

Mary Remenschneider

Associate Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer

My favorite thing to do outside of work is to go to Lake Michigan and enjoy the beach (preferably in the summer!).

Lindsey Root Luna

Dean of Social Sciences

I love bringing my husband and son to Hope events, and my 6-year-old loves eating at Phelps. We also love to travel and spend time at the beach! :)

Timothy Schoonveld

Director of Athletics

My favorite Hope tradition is the fight song! Outside of work, I love spending time at Lake Michigan and playing cards with family.

Matt Scogin

President

My favorite thing about Hope is our name! Our college is not named after a person or a place, but rather, we are named after a beautiful, aspirational and sacred ideal – HOPE! Outside of work, I love to listen to music and eat fish tacos – not necessarily at the same time.

Taylor Sinclair

Senior Director of Title IX and Equal Opportunity

My favorite thing to do outside of work is hang out in a good bookstore.

Kara Slater

Director of Operations

My favorite thing about Holland is the farmer’s market downtown. I love to cook (and eat) all the great food we get from there weekly!

Becky Starkenburg

Vice President of Student Formation and Dean of Students

Truly, my favorite thing about Hope College is the students. I love Hope students! But I also love the beauty of our campus. This summer, especially, the campus has been gorgeous, and I am so grateful to inhabit such a beautiful place with the people of Hope!

Sonja Trent-Brown

Vice President for Culture and Inclusive Excellence

My favorite Hope College tradition is IMAGES: A Celebration of Cultures. I love to see Hope students from all across the globe share their gifts and talents. Chapel is also one of my favorite things about Hope College — but my overall favorite is Hope students!

Bill Vanderbilt

Community Ambassador and Senior Advisor to the President

My favorite thing about Hope College is the championship athletics and our relationship with the Holland community. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family doing active, outdoor activities.

Doug Van Dyken

Director of Finance and Business Services

I love Orientation weekend. It’s always so full of energy and excitement as thousands of people experience campus.

Rekha Varghese

Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

I love to spend time with my loved ones and animals and watch live sports… even better if all at the same time!

Jevon Willis

Director of Center of Diversity and Inclusion

My favorite thing about Hope is the Hope students. I am energized by the genius in our student leadership community and am inspired by their strength and innovation.