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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 90+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. Championship athletics. 94% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Campus Life
The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.
Athletics
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s basketball team.

Program

Program for the Schaap Chemistry Symposium
Hope College, Holland, Michigan, on June 7–10, 2026.

Plenary speakers and the honoree will be announced soon!

Schedule

The 40th RMC will begin late afternoon Sunday, June 7, and conclude by mid-afternoon Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Increasingly detailed schedules will be provided here as they become available.

Abstracts

Abstracts can be submitted with registration (opening in January 2026) or after registration through May 8, 2026. Posters must be 48" x 48" or smaller. A limited number of contributed 15-minute talks may also be available. A template for abstract submission will be provided.

Contact

Direct inquiries to RMC 2026 co-organizer and local host Professor Jason Gillmore at gillmore@hope.edu.