The students at Grand Canyon University are a unique bunch. Each Lope is a part of the ever-expanding herd, contributing to the purple paradise of GCU. The real question is: What kind of Lope are you?
The GCBC Lope
Spending every day in GCBC, these Lopes have a table with "Reserved" sketched on the side. Chances are high that they get absolutely no homework done, but they do have many coffee dates and great conversations.
The Honors Lope
Spending most of their days in the library, the Honors Lope has a to-do list a mile long. They are building that resume, killing it in class, and may or may not run on a diet of caffeine and Clif bars. You want to be friends with at least one Honors Lope.
The Havoc Lope
Taking up sections 100-103 of the Arena, the Havoc Lopes are all about GCU athletics, theme nights, losing their voices, and making opponents wish they had never entered the Phoenix valley. Catch them game days at 7 p.m., clad in purple and dancing enthusiastically.
The Summer Camp Lope
The Summer Camp Lope is never seen without their Chacos, guitar, or trusty flannel. They are always excited about life, and never turn down the chance to set up a hammock village.
The Longboarding Lope
Longboarding Lopes think know they are the real deal. They zoom past you as they cut corners, and may or may not apologize for knocking you over. Note: Many spend Welcome Week crashing, but they gradually improve.
The Poolside Lope
From Welcome Week to finals season, these Lopes live in their bathing suits. While other Lopes may have homework, the concept is lost on these Lopes -- nothing is more important than keeping that Arizona glow. They graduate with a degree in poolside mannerisms -- emphasis in Starbucks iced tea.
The Leadership Lope
These Lopes are involved in everything, have probably started a club, and can answer any question you have regarding Lope life. You seem to see them everywhere you go...how do they run on so little sleep? Keep their number in your phone, you'll probably need it.
The Pinterest Lope
Carrying their customized mason jar everywhere they go, the Pinterest Lope is your go-to for any crafting needs. Their room looks like it jumped out of a subtle hipster magazine, and they own more than one succulent. There is a 97% chance that they knit, and they only take aesthetically pleasing Instagram pictures.
The Ultimate Frisbee Lope
The Ultimate Frisbee Lopes are royalty on the Intermural Field. They spend their days practicing, strategizing, and avoiding homework with the seasonal activity of their choice. They survive with the help of their Hydro Flask, and always have a fan section at their games.
The Forever Lope
The Forever Lope has accumulated enough purple to fill their wardrobe for life. They may graduate, but they'll put their Lopes up whenever asked. They are sure to be season ticket holders to basketball games, attend every alumni function, and teach their children the ways of Lope Land.
No matter what kind of Lope you are, thanks for being a part of the herd! Lopes up!
