Mary Caroline Whims Archives

Charging toward Victory: The Hillsdale Liftathon

Come early spring, when the snow starts to melt, there’s a fresh sense of excitement in the JAM weight room. If you know any football players, you’ll realize that it’s not just the approach of spring practices that’s making them spend extra time pumping iron.

Laughter is Good Medicine: Improv Underground at Hillsdale

At a school that prides itself on serious academics, a decidedly un-serious event draws students from across campus. Discover Hillsdale’s secret antidote for midterm blues.

A Habit of Mind: The Things We Bring Home From Hillsdale

What do LaCroix costumes and summer reading lists have in common? The extraordinary people I’ve met at Hillsdale, who inspire me to keep pursuing excellence and fun, even when I’m not with them.

Procrastibaking and More

After a busy day at college, it’s fun to unwind and do something with your hands. Hillsdale students share two of their favorite creative ways to relax.

Pursuing Arete at the Splex

Hillsdale’s Sports Complex is more than just a place with exercise equipment. It’s a vital hub of campus culture, with a wealth of opportunities for students to build fitness and friendships.

What’s In a Name?

Hillsdale’s friendly community starts with a surprisingly simple act of courtesy: using individuals’ names when you talk to them.