Stephanie Gordon, Author at Hillsdale College

Happy 178th Birthday, Hillsdale!

As Founders’ Day approaches, it’s easy to reflect on the College’s past that’s filled with notable accomplishments. From students fighting for the Union, to Elizebeth Smith Friedman and undefeated football teams, Hillsdale has remained true to its founding nearly 200 years ago.

New Beginnings: Jillian Kay Melchior, ’09, Heads to London with The Wall Street Journal

With a gentle nudge from her grandfather to consider a career in journalism, Jillian now reports for The Wall Street Journal. With hard work, persistence, and dedication, Jillian has made her mark in the journalism world.

The Pioneers of WHIP

After 50 years, Eric Licht, ’74, remembers his Washington-Hillsdale Internship Program (WHIP) fondly. The program had a dramatic impact on his life, and Licht went on to spend the next four decades working for conservative public policy efforts.

Fully Engaged: David Bassett, ’12, Returns to Help Alumni Better Connect to Hillsdale College

After exploring several educational and career paths, David Bassett, ’12, eventually discovered his place was with his alma mater as the College’s new director of Alumni Engagement. Bassett is ready to help other alumni better connect to both the College and fellow graduates.

Coming Full Circle: Lucas Miller, ’01, Builds a Life and Ministry in Hillsdale

In many ways, Lucas has come full circle to where he was as a Hillsdale student in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Now a husband, father, and pastor, Lucas is enjoying the same opportunities he had as a student with many of the same people and also sharing those opportunities and relationships with his family.

Something to Prove: Mark Flood, ’78, Finds Success at Hillsdale

Hailing from his tiny Upper Peninsula hometown of Crystal Falls, Michigan, Mark Flood, ’78, earned his way onto the football field, eventually finishing his athletic career as a two-sport standout at Hillsdale College.

Going Beyond the Classroom and Behind the Scenes

Working backstage of Ada and the Engine for extra credit, I discovered the Hillsdale theatre community and learned that I didn’t have to be a seasoned “theatre kid” to be welcomed into it.

Fostering the Fruits of a Liberal Education

Hillsdale students attended a foreign policy debate hosted by the Alexander Hamilton Society featuring Dr. John Grant and Daniel Fata. It not only covered current events but also served as a challenge to apply the fruits of their liberal education in discussions of world affairs.

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College is the time to try new things—and Hillsdale offers unique opportunities to experiment, discover, and develop new interests.

Hometown Hillsdale: Matt Patillo, ’10: A Divinely Inspired Activity Center for the Hillsdale Community

The love for community, growth, and wellness runs deep for Matt Patillo, ’10. The former Charger football player recently opened The Well, a divinely inspired activity center. For Matt and his family, The Well is an opportunity to foster love and wellness in the Hillsdale community.

Serving Up Success

Kim Argiri-Slone, ’90, reflects on her time as a four-year starter Charger volleyball player. Recently, she was inducted into the Macomb County Coaches Hall of Fame, and has celebrated 600 career coaching victories.

Lesson Learned: Dennis Hrcka, ’70, Uses Second Chance to Become Proud Graduate of Hillsdale College

Basketball gave Dennis Hrcka a second chance to complete his college academic and athletic career. The now 77-year-old retired elementary school teacher and principal said he is grateful for the opportunity to call Hillsdale his alma mater.