The Source networking event, Aug 2017 at Hillsdale College

Hillsdale College Hosts Networking Event with Students, Local Organizations

Local businesses, organizations share regional offerings with incoming students

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Hillsdale, Mich. – On Tuesday, August 29, Hillsdale College hosted The Source for returning students. The Source is a college community networking event to help connect students with clubs and organizations, local businesses, volunteer programs, and on-campus employment opportunities.

At this year’s event, there were 102 campus organizations, 42 local businesses or organizations, 12 campus departments, and 21 volunteer programs represented. More than 900 college students attended this year’s event.

“We all recognize that there is so much special about the Hillsdale community, both within the college and in town,” said Hank Prim, assistant director of student activities at Hillsdale College. “The Source provides an avenue to connect students with all that is special and great about our community, as so they can make the most out of their time at Hillsdale.”

Those interested in participating in next year’s The Source event can contact Hank Prim by phone at (517) 607-2714 or by email at [email protected].

Photos of The Source are available here.

About Hillsdale College

Hillsdale College is an independent liberal arts college located in southern Michigan. Founded in 1844, the College has built a national reputation through its classical liberal arts core curriculum and its principled refusal to accept federal or state taxpayer subsidies, even indirectly in the form of student grants or loans. It also conducts an outreach effort promoting civil and religious liberty, including a free monthly speech digest, Imprimis, with a circulation of more than 5.7 million. For more information, visit hillsdale.edu.

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Media inquiries may be directed to:
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517-803-3745 (cell)
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For all other inquiries contact Hillsdale College at 517-437-7341