Hillsdale Blog

The Maintenance Staff: Unsung Heroes of Hillsdale College

An army of hard-working people from maintenance, grounds, and custodial services tackles behind-the-scenes work to make Hillsdale College an effective place of learning.

Studying with Music: Yea or Nay?

To study with or without music, that is the question. Can this quandary be settled once and for all, or is it destined to be an everlasting debate?

“You’ll Never Walk Alone”: The Principle Behind Hillsdale Mock Trial’s Success

Community is the engine that makes Hillsdale College Mock Trial run. It affects the personal lives of all the students involved and fosters competitive success.

Hometown Hillsdale: Tim Sullivan, ’85

It’s no secret that Tim Sullivan’s Hillsdale experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Although the sport of running brought him to the College, it was the people who helped plant Tim’s roots in Hillsdale.

Cards, Spartans, and Reunions. Oh My!

As the Alumni Office catches its collective breath from a host of fall events and activities, Doug Goodnough, ’90, highlights October and future happenings, including the men’s basketball exhibition game against Michigan State University.

A World Away: Tom Martilotti Leaves Home for Hillsdale College—and Keeps Coming Back

Hillsdale College was only 100 or so miles from his east-side Detroit home, but to Tom Martilotti, ’67, and his family, it was almost a world away. So when the son of Italian immigrants wanted to go away to college, it was a major family decision, but his dream of playing college football was instrumental in attending Hillsdale.

Up the Ladder: Miller Has Built a 36-Year Career with the State of Michigan

Lynda Breyer Miller, ’82, has turned her passion for learning new things into a 36-plus-year career with the State of Michigan. “I’ve truly enjoyed my 36 years working for the state,” she said. “I’ve learned a lot and I’ve worked with some incredible people.”

Power of Persuasion: With a Little Help, Nancy Stewart Sott Decides on Hometown Hillsdale College

Growing up in Hillsdale, Nancy Stewart Sott, ’88, was a standout high school basketball and volleyball player who eventually received a basketball and volleyball scholarship at Hillsdale College, thanks to then-Hillsdale Athletic Director Jack McAvoy.

Road Warrior: George Yarberry Has Built a Career Helping High School Student-Athletes

When George Yarberry, ’95, visited Hillsdale’s campus, he was offered a full basketball scholarship. Now, Yarberry has spent much of his professional career helping high school student-athletes with their college recruiting experience. As founder of the Elite Football Network, he travels the country providing opportunities for prep student-athletes to earn college athletic scholarships.

The FishPolls

The Mossey Library Fishbowl room offers students a perfect opportunity for polling campus on random opinions.

What to Do if You Don’t Like Ramen Noodles, Part II

In Ramen Part I, we discussed money-saving tips. But you can’t save money unless you have it in the first place, so let’s talk about how to earn some cash during the semester.

How Overwhelming is College, Really?

You have fewer classes than high school and you don’t have to get up early. So why do many college students face burnout just halfway through the semester?