“IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures,” a celebration of cultures from around the world took place during Hope College’s annual showcase on Saturday, Nov. 12. More than 60 students from several different countries participated in this annual Hope College tradition.

  • Two students perform a dance together during Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase. The female dancer wears a vibrant red dress with fringe, while the male dancer is dressed in a white shirt. Both are smiling and appear to be enjoying the performance.
  • Three students performing on stage during Hope College's annual showcase, "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures." The female student in the center wears a vibrant red dress with fringes, while the two male students on either side wear white shirts and black pants, all holding hands and smiling.
  • A student in a red shirt and white pants, wearing black suspenders, performs energetically on stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event, with two other performers slightly blurred in the background.
  • A student performs energetically on stage during Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” on Nov. 12. She is wearing a red plaid dress, and the background is illuminated with vibrant shades of purple and blue.
  • A group of students dressed in red and black perform on stage during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase, celebrating cultures from around the world.
  • A young man stands on stage holding a piece of paper, smiling and looking upward, while another person stands nearby. They are participating in Hope College’s annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase.
  • A young woman with long black hair is speaking on a dimly lit stage, while another student stands in the background and a third person holds a piece of paper in the foreground, partially visible.
  • A student wearing a vibrant yellow and black patterned dress sings into a microphone on stage, while another person plays the piano in the background during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase.
  • Three students in colorful traditional attire walk on stage during Hope College’s annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase. The background is lit with a vibrant purple light.
  • Students in colorful traditional attire from various cultures stand on stage during Hope College’s annual showcase, "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures," against a vibrant purple background.
  • Four students in colorful, traditional attire stand on stage against a vibrant purple background during Hope College's annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase. The central student is walking forward, while the other three stand behind, smiling.
  • Students from different countries wearing colorful traditional attire walk on stage during “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” at Hope College's annual showcase.
  • Two individuals stand on a dimly lit stage, each behind a music stand with a microphone, participating in “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures,” a celebration of cultures from around the world at Hope College’s annual showcase.
  • Three students stand on a dimly lit stage with dark curtains in the background during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. The student on the left wears a black shirt and beige pants, the student in the middle wears a traditional patterned skirt, and the student on the right wears a blue dress with orange patterns.
  • Five students, dressed in casual clothing, perform on stage with folding chairs as props during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. Two students are shaking hands and smiling, while the others look on and participate enthusiastically. The backdrop is lit with purple lighting.
  • A student wearing a white long-sleeve shirt and ripped jeans sits on a chair, smiling and talking to others during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase.
  • A woman plays a keyboard and sings into a microphone on stage during Hope College’s annual showcase, "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures," with a guitarist partially visible in the foreground. The event celebrates cultures from around the world.
  • A student with long braids and an orange bead necklace sings into a microphone at a lectern during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event.
  • A student in a pink shirt and black pants performs a cultural dance during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase, with other students participating in the background.
  • A student in a neon yellow shirt and glasses poses on stage, holding up a peace sign with a playful expression during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. Another student in a colorful shirt is partially visible beside them. The background is lit with vibrant blue and purple lights.
  • A student joyfully dances on stage in a white crop top and matching pants, with another student in the background during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase.
  • Three students stand on a stage with a dark curtain backdrop during Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” event. One student on the left is smiling and holding a camera, the middle student is looking to the right and standing behind a turquoise suitcase, and the student on the right wears a blue dress and carries a black tote bag that reads "Brown Deer Falcons".
  • A group of students dressed in red fringe dresses perform a dance on stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event, with flags from various countries hanging above them.
  • Students perform a dance routine on stage during Hope College's “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” event, celebrating diverse cultures from around the world. They are dressed in colorful outfits, dancing energetically against a vibrant background.
  • Five students perform a cultural dance on stage during Hope College’s annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase, with vibrant lighting and a backdrop of international flags on Saturday, Nov. 12.
  • Six students perform a dance on stage at Hope College’s annual showcase, "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures." The students are dressed in vibrant outfits and are posing with expressive gestures against a blue-lit background.
  • A woman in a yellow patterned dress sings into a microphone on stage next to a piano during Hope College’s annual showcase, "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures." The stage is illuminated with a blend of blue and purple lighting.
  • A person is kneeling on stage holding a bouquet of red roses, while another person stands in front of them with their hand over their mouth in apparent surprise. Several other people surround them, capturing the moment on their phones, all smiling and reacting excitedly.
  • A group of students at Hope College celebrate on stage during the "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. One student, holding a bouquet of red roses, hugs another while others around them capture the moment with their phones, their faces lit with joy.
  • Students perform on stage during Hope College’s annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase. A man in a blue shirt dances with a woman in a colorful skirt, while other students dressed in traditional garments sit and watch in the background.
  • Students from various countries stand on stage in a line, holding hands and wearing colorful cultural attire during Hope College’s annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase.
  • Two students perform on stage during Hope College’s "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. One student sings into a microphone while another plays an electric guitar and sings. The background features a brick wall and stage equipment, with colorful lighting creating an engaging atmosphere.
  • A group of students stands on stage, with one student at the microphone passionately speaking or performing. The background is lit with vibrant colors, creating a lively atmosphere. The students are dressed in a variety of cultural attire, reflecting the celebration of cultures during Hope College’s annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase.
  • A group of diverse students performs a cultural dance on stage during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase. The dancers are dressed in vibrant, traditional attire, smiling and moving energetically against a colorful backdrop.
  • A student in a blue-striped shirt and vibrant red skirt performs a cultural dance on stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event. A hat lies on the floor in front of her.
  • A group of students from different cultural backgrounds are performing on stage at Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” event. One student is wearing a blue dress with a yellow pattern, while others are dressed in various traditional attire. They are standing and kneeling around bamboo poles, set against a backdrop illuminated in purple lighting.
  • Students from different countries perform on stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" annual showcase. One student is kneeling and clapping, while three others stand and dance, dressed in colorful traditional clothing.
  • Students perform a cultural dance on stage at Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” event. One student in blue pants and a red scarf smiles as he lifts his leg, while a female student in a red skirt and yellow headscarf jumps. Two other students are seated on the floor, handling long bamboo poles used in the dance.
  • Students perform a cultural dance in colorful attire during Hope College’s annual “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” showcase. One student jumps over bamboo sticks held by two others, while another stands nearby. The stage is lit with vibrant red and purple lighting.
  • Students perform a cultural dance on stage during Hope College’s annual showcase, “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures,” held on Saturday, Nov. 12.
  • A group of students performs a dance routine on stage during Hope College’s “IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures” event. The stage is set with a backdrop of brick walls and lighting equipment, and the students are dressed in various outfits, showcasing cultural diversity.
  • A group of students from various countries perform a cultural dance seated on the stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" annual showcase. Their hands are raised in graceful gestures, and the background is illuminated with flags.
  • A group of students performs a dance on stage during Hope College's "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" event, celebrating diverse cultures. The dancers wear black outfits with colorful fabric accents and sunglasses, against a background of stage lights and brick walls.
  • A group of students performs a lively dance on stage during Hope College's annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase. They are dressed in black outfits with colorful fabric accents, and some are wearing sunglasses. The background features a brick wall and stage lighting.
  • A diverse group of students in colorful attire stand on a stage, celebrating different cultures with flags and traditional clothing during Hope College’s annual "IMAGES: A Reflection of Cultures" showcase.

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