Hillsdale Blog

What is a Charger? Meet the Designer: Bryan Springer, ’94

Delving into Hillsdale Charger athletics history with a dedication to answer “What is a Charger,” Bryan Springer, ’94, led the way for the Chargers’ new, unified visual identity.

Uncovering Charger History

Three museum studies students uncover and preserve Charger athletic history in display cases located in the George C. Roche Sports Complex.

Hometown Hillsdale: Kevin Walton, ’94: Walton Chiropractic

Dr. Kevin Walton, ’94, the owner of Walton Chiropractic in Hillsdale loves the small-town life and believes the environment that people choose to live in helps make them who they are. That’s why he chose to work and live close to Hillsdale College.

The Alumni National Tour Kicks Off in Ohio

The 2022-2023 Hillsdale College Alumni National Tour is off and running, and three July events in Ohio kicked off the schedule. The Alumni team visited Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, with more than 100 alumni gathering at the events.

Student Health and Fitness Initiative to Begin This Fall

Hillsdale College is committed to developing students’ strength and resilience in mind, body, and soul. Sometimes the busyness of academic pursuits can result in neglecting physical well-being, but College leadership is taking a proactive approach by launching a campus-wide health and fitness initiative.

Setting Sail with Emma McCormick: The 5-to-9 Life

Emma McCormick, ’19, balances work on shore and on the water. After discovering sailing in Detroit, Michigan, she decided the 5-to-9 life in sunny Florida was just for her.

A Project of Passion

With a passion for educating, Dr. Elizabeth Edwards Spalding, ’88, researched, curated, and established the new Victims of Communism Museum in Washington, D.C. The approximately $40 million endeavor was dedicated on June 8 and opened to the public on June 13.

Hometown Hillsdale: Mary Jo Dunlap, ’89: Local Restauranteur

Mary Jo Dunlap, ’89, took a chance on buying and renovating an old, rundown building in the heart of Pittsford, MI. She took her love of cooking and business, and created a recipe for a successful 31-plus-year restaurant.

Giving It My Best Shot

The phrase “giving it my best shot” recently took on a new meaning when Doug Goodnough, ’90, visited the Halter Shooting Sports Education Center for the very first time. His first experience at the Halter Center was a memorable one – and he even hit a few clay targets.

Hillsdale’s Leading Man

Before there was Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, there was DeWayne “Rock” Williams, ’89. The former co-captain and ultimate team player was an all-conference performer in multiple events—and set school records in both the high jump and triple jump during his time on campus.

Gone, but Not Forgotten: Phi Sigma Epsilon Alumni Remember the “Glory Days” on Campus

Phillip “Trip” Banks and Doug McPherson, both from the Class of 1976, are part of a strong contingent of Phi Sigma Epsilon alumni who keep the memory and legacy of their fraternity alive at Hillsdale College.

We the People: Hillsdale Launches Its Law Enforcement Constitution Course

Nationwide pleas from police officers for constitutional education and awareness have helped forge the College’s new Law Enforcement Constitution Course.