Hillsdale Blog

The Transformative Power of Literature: Dr. Brent Cline

Dr. Brent Cline has been teaching classes part time at Hillsdale for years, but last semester he officially joined Hillsdale’s English faculty full time. From reading Russian novels to teaching Great Books classes, Dr. Cline shares his experience and his passion for literature at Hillsdale.

The No-Reshelve Rule

The Mossey Library has a unique policy: When you’re done reading, don’t reshelve the books. This not only ensures the books get returned to the right place, but it also provides an interesting snapshot of what Hillsdale students are reading.

Curating the Hillsdale Women’s Community

Two alumni created Curate in 2019 to connect the women of Hillsdale who sought and had advice on life, homemaking, entrepreneurship, and even relationships. Since then, it has grown from a weekly blog into a community of Hillsdale women culminating in a yearly summit.

A Privilege to Teach: Seasoned Dr. Peters Finds Home at Hillsdale

Dr. Jason Peters has taught English at the collegiate level for over two decades. His career now brings him to Hillsdale, an institution as storied as Peters himself.

An Ode to Hillsdale

Hillsdale in springtime is a place with so much beauty to behold. This is a poetic tribute from Victoria Kelly, ’24, to her beloved college.

When Hillsdale Feels Like Home

Accepted to Hillsdale at age 15, Cheyenne Trimels, ’17, fondly reflects on her time at Hillsdale, calling it a familial experience. She now acts as a senior liaison in governmental affairs for Carvana, an online car buying retailer.

The Dawn of a New Era

The Dawn is open for business! The City of Hillsdale and volunteers in the local community have made a concerted effort to save the building that originally opened in 1919 as a home for Vaudeville shows and silent films. Now, the restored building will serve as a mixed-event facility.

Hillsdale to Offer Graduate Program in Classical Education

Hillsdale College is leading a national push to bring classical education back into American classrooms. The College is now offering a two-year residential master’s program in classical education. Dan Coupland, dean of Hillsdale’s Graduate School of Classical Education explains.

Back to (My) Future

Graduating nearly 30 years ago, Doug Goodnough, ’90, is happy to report the Hillsdale College he remembers is still indeed here. In fact, in his mind, it has been upgraded beyond whatever he thought was possible during his days as a student.

A Moment Years in the Making

On March 20, 2022, Hillsdale’s Mock Trial team made program history by securing a spot at the National Championship Tournament. After months and years of hard work, we finally earned our moment of glory.

The Inklings at Hillsdale

The Center for Constructive Alternatives seminar on the Inklings drew hundreds of students, donors, and friends of Hillsdale to study the works of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. However, Lewis and Tolkien have already held a special place in the hearts of Hillsdale students and have shaped campus culture for years.

The Computer as a Canvas: Dr. John Seiffertt Revives Computer Science Program

Joining Hillsdale’s faculty in fall 2021 as an associate professor in computer science, Dr. John Seiffertt says students are hungry for computer science because programing can help in any field of study.