August 2022

Down on the Earl Farm: Nourishing the Community, One Cow at a Time

Brent Earl, ’89, had no intention of making farming his career, but in 2001, the Earl family decided to move back to the family farm and raise their family. For more than 20 years, the Earls have embraced the farm experience with a passion to give back to their community.

Remembering Pat Riepma, ’83

As Homecoming approaches, reflect on what Hillsdale College means to you. For Doug Goodnough, ’90, it’s people like coach Pat Riepma, ’83, who pushed him to be a better person both on and off the field.

Hometown Hillsdale: Bess Cozby McAllister, ’10: Freelance Editor

Bess McAllister, ’10, left Hillsdale College soon after graduation to pursue a career in editing and publishing in New York City. She spent nine years in the Big Apple working for a publisher, but has since returned to Hillsdale with her husband, Dr. Blake McAllister, and is currently working on an adult historical fantasy novel.

What is a Charger? Meet the Designer: Bryan Springer, ’94

Delving into Hillsdale Charger athletics history with a dedication to answer “What is a Charger,” Bryan Springer, ’94, led the way for the Chargers’ new, unified visual identity.

Uncovering Charger History

Three museum studies students uncover and preserve Charger athletic history in display cases located in the George C. Roche Sports Complex.

Hometown Hillsdale: Kevin Walton, ’94: Walton Chiropractic

Dr. Kevin Walton, ’94, the owner of Walton Chiropractic in Hillsdale loves the small-town life and believes the environment that people choose to live in helps make them who they are. That’s why he chose to work and live close to Hillsdale College.

The Alumni National Tour Kicks Off in Ohio

The 2022-2023 Hillsdale College Alumni National Tour is off and running, and three July events in Ohio kicked off the schedule. The Alumni team visited Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, with more than 100 alumni gathering at the events.

Student Health and Fitness Initiative to Begin This Fall

Hillsdale College is committed to developing students’ strength and resilience in mind, body, and soul. Sometimes the busyness of academic pursuits can result in neglecting physical well-being, but College leadership is taking a proactive approach by launching a campus-wide health and fitness initiative.

Setting Sail with Emma McCormick: The 5-to-9 Life

Emma McCormick, ’19, balances work on shore and on the water. After discovering sailing in Detroit, Michigan, she decided the 5-to-9 life in sunny Florida was just for her.