Stephanie Gordon, Author at Hillsdale College

Bringing Autism Awareness Through Music: How One Alumna is Making an Instrumental Impact

Nicole Khoury, ’99, is a judge, a rock star, and a charity founder. She talks all things Project iAm, her nonprofit organization, and how Hillsdale gave her solid tools to not only rule in the courtroom, but to start her own charity.

Grab and Go: Fuel for Chargers on the Run

For Hillsdale students, finding time for meals can be difficult. Often pulled in several directions by their clubs, studies, and organizations, sitting down for lunch may not be the best option for students on the go. Thankfully Hillsdale College and their meal service, Bon Appétit, have created an option for busy students: Grab and Go.

A Closer Listen: Battle of the Bands

While in many cases this would be seen as a fiasco, and musicians and fans alike were distraught over the abridged night, the floor’s failure secured the lasting success of this storied event.

The Road to Messiah

Being a freshman in the first performance of Handel’s Messiah in Christ Chapel at Easter was a glorious moment for my choir experience. But what I was most proud of was our persevering through the journey to reach that moment.

Getting into the Swing of Things

A look at Hillsdale College’s Swing Dance Club and the freshmen who are making it their own.

Chemistry at Hillsdale: It’s not Just Washing Glassware

Alumna Madison Pletan didn’t come to Hillsdale for the science. She came to Hillsdale because of its foundational and lasting values and hands-on learning experiences. The now grad student, studying cell biology, hopes for a future in academia, thanks to the impact her Hillsdale professors left.

Celebrate Spring in Hillsdale

Every small leaf, greening lawn, and blossoming tree sparks a memory of last spring, when most of these small miracles of nature went unadmired. The memory of our absence is a gentle reminder to appreciate Hillsdale’s beauty. This spring, my goal of celebrating the season in Hillsdale sparked a few poignant reflections.

The Local Eatery: A Soon-To-Be Student Favorite

Believe it or not, Saga is not your only option when it comes to food. The Local Eatery is one of Hillsdale’s hidden gems, and they are happy to feed hungry students. Their extensive menu has plenty of classic diner fare, as well as some specialty items that you won’t find anywhere else.

A Different Kind of “Campus Culture”

Curious about campus culture? Sophomores Griffin Johnston and Lucy Cuneo have a literal answer for you—each week, they cultivate true “culture” by brewing kombucha, a fizzy fermented tea.

The Joys of Baking

Whether they’re making muffins, gluten-free hummingbird cakes, or dozens of cookies, students unwind and enjoy themselves by baking in their dorm kitchens—and the leftovers aren’t half bad, either.

Dear Freshman Me: Take Care of Your Brain

Dear Freshman Me, there is really no reason not to open this door. The quality and quantity of mental health services here at Hillsdale are like nowhere else you will have in your life.

Keeping the Study of Latin Alive in the Hillsdale Community

The vitality of Hillsdale’s Latin Teaching Program hints that Latin, the “dead language,” is very much alive.