Hope College News
2024 Nov
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Academics Documentary to Be Screened on Nov. 20 on Life of René Girard, Who Developed the “Mimetic Desire” Theory of Conflict
The documentary “Things Hidden: The Life and Legacy of René Girard,” about the French thinker who developed the “mimetic desire” theory of conflict, will be screened at Hope College on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Knickerbocker Theatre.
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Academics Big Read Lakeshore Featuring “Dreamers” Author Yuyi Morales Nov. 13-14
Author Yuyi Morales, whose New York Times-bestseller picture-book memoir “Dreamers” is the focus of this year’s Little Read Lakeshore organized by Hope College, will discuss her career in writing and illustrating children’s books, her heritage, and the importance of fostering bilingual children during keynote presentations in both Holland and Muskegon on Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 13 and 14.
2024 Oct
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Arts Big Read Lakeshore Highlights on Oct. 28-30 Include Kick-Off Celebration and Author Events
A kick-off celebration at Hope College and author visits on Oct. 28-30 are among the more than 150 events in Ottawa, Allegan and Muskegon counties during this year’s Big Read Lakeshore and accompanying programs for younger readers.
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Academics Panelists to Discuss “Seeking LGBTQ Justice: A Story of Friendship, Courage, and Change”
This year’s Affirming LGBTQ+ Students Lecture at Hope College will present a panel discussion on “Seeking LGBTQ Justice: A Story of Friendship, Courage, and Change” with current and retired Hope faculty and staff members on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m. in the Maas Center auditorium.