HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted Washington Examiner columnist Dominic Green, as the college’s spring 2023 Eugene C. Pulliam distinguished visiting fellow in journalism from Feb. 13 to 22. Green is the author of four books. His most recent book is “The Religious Revolution: The Birth of Modern Spirituality, 1848-1898.”
February 2023
Hillsdale College Hosts Dominic Green as Spring 2023 Pulliam Fellow
Hillsdale College Director of Orchestras and Choirs Named National President of the College Orchestra Directors Association
HILLSDALE, Mich. — James Holleman, professor of music and director of orchestras and choirs at Hillsdale College, was selected to serve as the national president of the College Orchestra Directors Association. As president, Holleman will be responsible for leading the organization’s various initiatives and summer leadership seminar along with organizing the 2024 National Conference in February, set to be held at the Belmont University School of Music in Nashville.
Kelly DeVries Speaks at Hillsdale College Center for Military History and Grand Strategy
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s new Center for Military History and Grand Strategy hosted Kelly DeVries to speak on Feb. 14 on “War and Strategy during the Middle Ages.” DeVries is a professor of history at Loyola University Maryland and an honorary historical consultant at the Royal Armouries.
Hillsdale College Shotgun Team Earns Five Medals at USA Shooting Match
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Five members of the Hillsdale College Shotgun Team competed at the USA Shooting Selection match in Tucson, Arizona, from Feb. 3 to 8. The team earned two gold medals, two silver medals, and one bronze medal:
Hillsdale College Ph.D. Candidate Bruno Cortes Presents Doctoral Research
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College doctoral student Bruno Cortes gave a research presentation on his dissertation titled “The Conquest of Space: American Expansion in the Northwest Territory” on Feb. 16. Cortes made this presentation after successfully defending his dissertation before a faculty panel.
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.
USA Shooting Earns Nine Medals at ISSF World Cup
HILLSDALE, Mich. — USA Shooting trap and skeet athletes earned nine total medals at the International Shooting Sports Federation World Cup in Rabat, Morocco, from Jan. 11 to 24. USA had a strong showing in trap and skeet events, earning five gold medals, two silver medals, and two bronze medals.
Hillsdale College Awards ATA Founder Richard Viguerie with Freedom Leadership Award
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces it has awarded Richard Viguerie, founder of American Target Advertising Inc., its Freedom Leadership Award on Feb. 5. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the causes of freedom and limited government.
Hillsdale College Student Activities Board Hosts Annual President’s Ball
The Hillsdale College Student Activities Board hosted its annual President’s Ball in the Searle Center on Feb. 11. Seniors Colton Duncan and Eleanor Hansen were named President’s Ball King and Queen.
Hillsdale College Celebrates Dedication of Stanton Foundation Center for American Classical Education
Hillsdale, Mich. – Hillsdale College celebrated the dedication of The Stanton Foundation Center for American Classical Education with a luncheon, ribbon cutting ceremony, and open house on Feb. 6.
Hillsdale College Hosts Annual Classical Schools Job Fair
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Representatives from more than 50 classical schools from across the nation gathered on Hillsdale College’s campus for the annual Classical Schools Job Fair between Feb. 2-4. The job fair, which has been hosted by Hillsdale College for more than a decade, helps to connect Hillsdale College students and alumni with potential employers in K-12 education.
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.