HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College welcomed parents to campus for Parents Weekend from Feb. 23-25. The event is held once each semester and serves as an occasion for parents to visit their children and learn more about life and education at Hillsdale College.
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Hillsdale College Hosts Spring Parents Weekend
Character and Liberal Learning Discussed at Freshman Foundation Lecture
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted its third Freshman Foundation Lecture and luncheon of the school year at the Searle Center on Feb. 20. Dean of Humanities and Professor of English Stephen Smith offered a lecture on character to the freshman class.
Hillsdale College Tower Players Perform Bright Star
HILLSDALE, Mich. — The Hillsdale College Tower Players, under the direction of Theatre Lecturer Tory Matsos, opened their performance the musical “Bright Star” on Feb. 21. The musical runs through Feb. 25 in Markel Auditorium.
Hillsdale College’s Al Stewart is Awarded Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Al Stewart, director of the Nimrod Education Center, was awarded the 2024 Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Wild Turkey Federation. This award serves as recognition of a wildlife expert who has dedicated themselves to the restoration and management of wild turkey during their career. Stewart was acknowledged for his leadership and mentoring skills throughout his career and his continued efforts to pass hunting and fishing traditions on to future generations.
Eric Cohen Delivers Drummond Lecture in Christ Chapel
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Eric Cohen, executive director of the Tikvah Fund, presented the second Drummond Lecture of the 2023-24 academic year in Hillsdale College’s Christ Chapel on Jan. 30. His lecture, titled “The Jewish Spirit of the West,” addresses the crisis that western civilization faces.
Hillsdale College Blake Center for Faith and Freedom Announces 2024 Event Schedule
HILLSDALE, Mich. — The Blake Center for Faith and Freedom, located in Somers, Connecticut, is set to host numerous events this year. These events aim to further the mission of Hillsdale College and focus on Christianity, the Western tradition of liberty, and their intersection
Hillsdale College for Life Club Travels to D.C. for March for Life Rally
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College students and members of the Hillsdale College for Life club attended this year’s March for Life rally in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19. The student group has marched in the rally annually since 2011. Approximately 130 students made the overnight bus trip to Washington, D.C. to participate in the march, which has occurred annually since 1974.
Hillsdale College Radio Students Named Finalists in Michigan Association of Broadcasters’ 2024 College Audio Awards
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College students were selected as Michigan Association of Broadcasters’ 2024 College Audio Awards finalists in seven different categories. First place, second place, and honorable mention winners will be announced on March 18 at the MAB Student Broadcast Awards Luncheon in Lansing.
Hillsdale College Features Figure Art Painter Dan Thompson
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College kicks off 2024 with their fifth Professional Artist Series installment of the school year by hosting an exhibit of illustrations by painter and draughtsman Dan Thompson. Students and community members can visit the exhibit in the Daughtrey Art Gallery from Jan. 19 through March 22.
Hillsdale College Sponsors National Shooting Sports Foundation Lounges at SHOT Show
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College will sponsor the National Shooting Sports Foundation Membership Lounges at the Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show from Jan. 23 to 26, 2024.
Hillsdale Academy to Host Recruitment Open House
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale Academy will host its Recruitment Open House from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4. The open house provides attendees with the opportunity to meet Headmaster Mike Roberts, Hillsdale Academy faculty and Staff, and current students.
Hillsdale College Announces Third Cohort of Fellows for Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces the new cohort of student fellows for the Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence. The fellowship is a five-semester program for Hillsdale College students who aim to join the free market as entrepreneurs after graduation. Sophomores of all majors were invited to apply during the fall 2023 semester.