Michael Culver

Hope College Strategic Plan 2030

This strategic plan, titled "Dare to Hope," outlines the institution's commitment to educating students for lives of leadership and service through excellence in liberal arts, rooted in Christian faith. The plan's vision is to bring more hope to the world through an education defined by curiosity, generosity, and community. Key strategic principles include fostering rigorous inquiry and creative problem-solving (Curiosity), promoting selfless acts and financial accessibility (Generosity), and building a diverse, unified, and resilient community (Community). The overarching goal is to equip students to shape the world and to position Hope College as a bold, hope-filled leader.