HOPE COLLEGE TRENDSA snapshot into the lives of Hope College students through the trends going on right now.

THE BEACH AT SUNSETOnly a 14 minute drive away, there is no better way to end a day than a sunset at Lake Michigan.

COFFEE SHOP DEBATE

The ultimate Hope College question: JPs or LJs?

HAMMOCKING

Whether to study or take a nap, there is arguably no better feeling than being suspended among the trees in the Pine Grove.

THE BOWLWith a spectacular view of

Lake Michigan, it’s worth the hike and getting lost to experience this Grand

Canyon of sand dunes.

ANCHOR PICTURESAre you really a Hope College Student if you haven’t taken a picture at the anchor?

FASHIONPatagonia, The North Face, Sperry and many more fashion trends are all things you will see around campus.

LONGBOARDING

Because one does not simply just walk to class.At soccer games, it’s not uncommon to see 50 longboards parked along the fence.

PINCUSHNS

Whether it be an anchor tattoo or a piercing, Hope

College students are regulars at Pincushns.

DONUT RUNS Regardless of how it sounds, donut runs typically don’t consist of any actual running. Good Time Donuts: A favorite location for late night chats or just a delightfully delicious donut.