Academics Archives

Hillsdale College Music Department Hosts Annual Student Concerto/Aria Competition

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Music Department hosted the 2023 annual Student Concerto/Aria Competition on Feb. 5. Students participating in the competition performed solo pieces for a panel of judges in Markel Auditorium, and four students were selected to perform with the Hillsdale College Symphony Orchestra.

Hillsdale College Sees Surge in Applications

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College has seen a more than 53% increase in applications over the past decade. Additionally, the yield rate — the percentage of admitted students who chose to enroll — has reached a new record of 62%. Even with increased selectivity, the college looks for more than high test scores when recruiting students. Hillsdale College continues to seek those who are academically serious, possess strong moral character, and are willing to work together in pursuit of the college’s mission.

Hillsdale College Announces Second Cohort for Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces the new cohort of Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence Student Fellows. The fellowship is a five-semester program for Hillsdale College students who aim to join the free market as entrepreneurs after they graduate. Sophomores of all majors were invited to apply during the fall 2022 semester.

Hillsdale College Announces Commencement Speaker: Bishop Robert Barron

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College is pleased to announce that Bishop Robert Barron will address the class of 2023 during the college’s 171st spring commencement ceremony.

Hillsdale College Announces New Walter Williams Chair in Free Market Economics

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announced the creation of its new Walter Williams Chair in Free Market Economics on Nov. 14. Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn and Chairman of History Mark Kalthoff announced the creation of the chair and named Associate Professor of Economics Roger Butters as the first chair holder.

Michael Driscoll Presents Doctoral Research

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College doctoral student Michael Driscoll gave a presentation titled “Could They Be Happier: Law, Morality, and Happiness in the Political Thought of John Locke” on Nov. 10. Driscol gave the presentation after he successfully defended his doctoral dissertation before a panel of Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship faculty members, including his dissertation director, Thomas G. West.

Hillsdale College’s Julio Suarez Receives Emily Daugherty Award for Teaching Excellence

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The 2022 Emily Daugherty Award for Teaching Excellence was presented to Julio Suarez, assistant professor of art, at Hillsdale College’s Fall Convocation on Nov. 10. “Julio Suarez is very deserving of this honor,” said Hillsdale College Provost Christopher VanOrman. “He is a brilliant artist, an inspiring professor, and a man who deeply cares about this College’s mission and students.”

Hillsdale College Celebrates Fall 2022 Convocation

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted its annual Fall Convocation at Christ Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 10, gathering the college community to honor the liberal arts academic tradition and celebrate the achievements of distinguished students and faculty.

Freshman Class at Hillsdale College Breaks Records

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The admittance rate for Hillsdale College’s incoming class of 2026 is its most selective to date at 20%.

Hillsdale College Students Visit Historic German Theater

Hillsdale College students taking part in the Würzburg Study Abroad Program concluded their time in Germany by visiting Burgfestspiele Jagsthausen — a historical performing arts theater in Jagsthausen. Associate Professor of German Stephen Naumann led the students through their study abroad program, and organized their visit to the theater.

Hillsdale College Hosts Reception in Waltham

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn hosted a reception at The Westin Waltham Boston in Waltham, Massachusetts, on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022. Guests were invited to attend a gift and estate planning seminar, an admissions presentation, and a featured talk by Dr. Arnn on “Preserving our country.”

Hillsdale College Offers Fourth Year of Senior Capstone Class

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The Hillsdale College class of 2023 began the school year with the senior capstone course. The course is now in its fourth year as a part of Hillsdale’s rigorous core curriculum, providing seniors with an overview of their time at the College and encouraging them to carry what they have learned with them for the rest of their lives.