The dean of students is committed to the intellectual, spiritual and personal development of each student.
Our office provides support, challenge and care, and creates an environment where students can explore and become all God intends them to be.
The departments in Student Development:
- Support the whole-person development of each student
- Work to enhance students’ experience through programs, services, partnerships and connections
- Promote an inclusive campus climate
- Help students successfully navigate campus life
Our office is a central place for students, parents, faculty and staff to get help navigating the complex issues of student life.
Emergency contact information
Your emergency contact information is important! We’ll use it to contact you or other trusted people (like your family members) in case of a critical medical situation, a potential threat to your safety, or a serious situation on campus. Please supply or verify your emergency contact information as soon as possible!
Get Connected on Campus
The Office of Student Life provides opportunities to participate through student organizations and leadership opportunitites.
Academic Success
The Academic Success Center offers free tutoring, peer coaching, group study sessions and more.
Disability and Accessibility Resources
Disability and Accessibility Resources is dedicated to ensuring that all students have equal access to the full Hope College experience.
Hope by the Numbers
- 80+Student Groups and Organizations
Sponsored by Student Life and with such a wide array of interests represented, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved and make your mark.
- 1,161Service hours during Time to Serve
Time to Serve is held in the beginning of Fall semester and volunteers with 37+ nonprofits in one day
- 92%Experiential Learning at Hope
92% of students participate in internships, off campus study, service, research, student teaching or clinical rotation programs during their time at Hope.
Find a program - 81%On-Campus Housing
2,472 students (81% of the total) live in cottages, residence halls and apartments on-campus.