Beyond the Classroom Archives

The Land & Literature of England: A Lasting Impression

The summer before my freshman year at Hillsdale, I went on the Land & Literature of England study abroad trip. The trip impacted my life in far more ways than simply providing lovely memories.

10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Spain

If you’ve never considered what student life en España might look like, take a peek.

A Call to Gather

Since the re-institution of Convocation at Hillsdale in the 1980s, students and faculty have gathered in the fall, and again in the spring, for this all-school ceremony. Faculty process down the church aisle in the robes and colors of their alma maters, and students cram the balconies. The contrast is stark between the rush and clamor of everyday life on campus and these stately, solemn events.

Marine Biology Summer Session

Every summer, the biology department conducts a class in the Florida Keys dedicated to the study of shallow, subtropical marine environments.

Leaders and Friends: How I Found the Liberal Arts in Israel

Each night in Israel brought its own delights and revelations, but our time spent with the students of Ein Prat was unforgettable.

Five Reasons You Should Study Spanish

Spanish is not only a beautiful Romance language, but it’s also spoken by a huge portion both of the U.S. and the rest of the world. Here are some of the best reasons to study Español at Hillsdale.

Hillsdale College 2016 Israel Student Trip

Over the 2015/2016 Christmas holiday break, more than 80 Hillsdale College students had the opportunity to spend ten days studying in Israel.

Aerial view of Paris, France showing the Eiffel Tower against the clouds.

Taking on the City of Lights

Immersion is the name of the game, and immersion is what senior French major Emma Takach experienced when she spent the entirety of last year studying in Paris, France.

Tips for Applying for Chemistry Grad Programs

Do as much research as you can and visit the places you are considering. Start at the top; don’t sell yourself short. Apply to a few “safe” schools, but do check out top-ranking universities.

10 Things Students Should Know When Traveling Abroad

Passports are the most exciting things. They get you into strange and wild new places. They allow a smooth welcome back to the United States. The stamps and visas are like a “collect them all” for the nations of the world. Here are 10 things to know when planning your next overseas trip.

Dr. Swinehart Takes Marine Biology to its Natural Habitat

With Dr. Swinehart’s recent Florida Keys Biology summer session, students had the opportunity to take care of their Biology core requirement in a way that everyone ought to find appealing: snorkeling and catching weird fish.

Where Are They Now? – WHIP Edition

Congratulations to the thirty-four participants of the Washington-Hillsdale Internship Program (WHIP) who graduated with the class of 2015!