Hillsdale Blog

Academics and Athletics: The Perfect Combination for Alison Roberts Bates

What do swimming and Latin have in common? For Alison Roberts Bates, ’11, the two were the perfect combination at Hillsdale College. The former member of the Chargers swim team said swimming didn’t initially attract her to Hillsdale. It was a great coincidence.

Ruhl for Living: From Charger to Teacher and Coach

From a young age, Michael Ruhl, ’97, knew he wanted to be a teacher and coach. The 6-foot-7-inch forward for the Hillsdale College men’s basketball team experienced success on and off the court. For the past 28 years, he has been able to live out that dream right here in Michigan.

Finding a Job After Hillsdale

“What are you doing after college?” is the most terrifying question a senior receives. For those interested in finding a job after college, look no further for a summary of tips and inspiration.

A “Revolutionary” Spring Break

The Center for Military History and Strategy sponsored a week-long trip for Hillsdale College students featuring exploration of sites of the American Revolution in New England, and Grace Canlas, ’27, can confidently say it was the best spring break ever.

True Calling: Hillsdale Sparks Forrester’s Classical Teaching Career

Scott Forrester, ’90, likes to say that he learned to read at Hillsdale College. Now an English and drama teacher at The Geneva School, a classical Christian school in Sanford, Florida, Forrester said his education at Hillsdale sparked his love of reading – and eventually teaching.

Hometown Hillsdale: Amy Waldvogel, ’91

To Amy Schaefer Waldvogel, ’91, Hillsdale, Michigan, is more than the College. It’s rich family history and countless memories. Hillsdale is home.

Meeting Alumni Where They Are

Doug Goodnough, ’90, went on a personal alumni national tour, visiting Florida, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Mexico in his travels for the College. Dozens of events are held around the country for alumni and friends each year. While some graduates can’t visit campus regularly, the Alumni Office brings a little bit of Hillsdale College to you, wherever you are.

Hayden Park: The Playground in our Backyard

Hayden Park is a massive, 190-acre swath of land freely available to Hillsdale College students, just a few minutes from campus. From volleyball to mountain biking, there is something for everyone.

The Importance of the Constitution for the Student of Statesmanship

The U.S. Constitution is an important document for all Americans, especially those at the Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship. In honor of the importance of the Constitution, students and faculty of the Graduate School of Statesmanship reflect on this founding document and its importance to the program.

40 Degrees is Swimming Weather in Hillsdale

Adventure often comes when you least expect it. Just because you can do something—sometimes means you should.

A Good Olds Time

Olds Residence is always bubbling with people, whether it’s guests attending charity events in the lobby, cozy room hangouts, or circles of ladies sitting together while the resident assistant is on duty. Olds is a warm, inviting place to call home.

Not Just Roommates: Newfound Friendship

Ah, roommates. If you come from a big family, then you know what it’s like to share a bedroom with a sibling. Though the Deans and the Admissions staff set roommate pairs, we students have the chance to transform the unknown peer into a friend.