Doug Goodnough Archives

Polling Pioneer: Roy Wetzel, ’56, Revolutionized NBC News’ Election Coverage

Wetzel may have retired from NBC News more than 37 years ago, but his passion for broadcasting and politics remains. The 90-year-old who has worked with television news legends such as John Chancellor, David Brinkley, and Tom Brokaw began his career in broadcast news as a student at Hillsdale College.

Bringing Out the Best: Homan Succeeds in Basketball and Business

Tim Homan, ’08, earned first team all-conference honors and became one of the leading scorers in the GLIAC. He remains the most accurate career three-point shooter in program history and finished with more than 1,400 career points. Homan adopted his former coach’s philosophy of team and energy when he started his business, Stealth Arms.

Far From Basic Training: Sports Medicine and Performance Team Recognized as Conference’s Best

Tyler Cortright leads a team that includes a head trainer, athletic trainers, a head strength and conditioning coach, and medical director. They are all part of the team that keeps the Chargers in peak physical condition in all 14 of Hillsdale’s varsity sports.

A Wild Ride: Lundberg Retires After 40 Years at Hillsdale College

Ask Bill Lundberg to sum up his 40 years at Hillsdale College, and he is at a loss for words. After spending his first 27 years as a head coach for the men’s cross country and track and field programs and more than a decade as the head of the Hillsdale College Wellness Initiative, Lundberg retired from the College in May.

Cardinals Rule: St. Louis Native Meinecke Working for Her Hometown Team

Elisabeth Meinecke, ’07, has always had a love of sports. Although Meinecke couldn’t compete on the playing field, she could do the next best thing: write about those who do. For the past 10 years, she has been the senior editor/producer of Cardinals Magazine, which is the multimedia news site of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Have You Had Your Hillsdale Moment?

Homecoming weekend’s alumni baseball game was a huge hit. It is the kind of experience the College and the Alumni Office hope to provide for our alumni in so many ways. Have you had your Hillsdale moment? We’ll do our level best to help you experience it.

Volleyball is Life: Chris Gravel on a Mission to Bring Hillsdale a National Championship

After nearly 30 years at the helm of Charger volleyball, Gravel is arguably the most successful coach in Hillsdale’s history—in any sport. His ultimate goal: bringing home a national title. With that goal still to be attained, Gravel spends almost every waking moment building the program toward that final prize.

Miracle Marcol: Former NFL All-Pro Kicker on a Path of Redemption

Chester Marcol, ’82, had the ability to kick a football accurately with astonishing distance. That brought him to Hillsdale College, where he became a national media sensation. In 1969, he kicked what was then the longest field goal in college football history—a 62-yarder, which led to a successful NFL career with the Green Bay Packers.

Major Decisions: Dr. Alison Bauer Hansen Serving in the USAF

As a Major in the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Alison Bauer Hansen, ’15, actually prefers to spend her free time in or near the water. The former standout swimmer said she “loved every minute” of her academic and athletic experience at Hillsdale College.

The Myanmar Mission: Erin Foley Works to Keep Refugee Families Together Through the Gospel

For more than a decade, Erin Foley, ’05, has been bringing hope, resources, and the Gospel to the people of Southeast Asia, including the last eight years in Myanmar.

Master Planner: Noyes Retires After 30-Year Transportation Career

Growing up in suburban Chicago, Thomas Noyes, ’86, was fascinated with the railroad. He would often dream of working for one. While that dream of having a career riding the rails did not materialize, his career path did take him to the transportation industry.

Having a Ball on the Alumni National Tour

The fall semester means new beginnings, including classes, football season, and the start of the 2025-26 Alumni National Tour. This year, the Alumni Office has more than 20 events scheduled in 15 states and Washington, D.C.