Writers Archives

All Art Is Connected: An Interview with Dr. Daniel Kuehler

“Music school makes you think that music only belongs on stage,” Dr. Kuehler said. “No, it belongs everywhere because pursuing music is just a natural part of being a human. That’s it.”

Sing, O Muse, of Hillsdale’s Favorite Books

There’s a chalkboard at the Writing Center that asks students, “Which one’s your favorite: the Iliad, the Odyssey, or the Aeneid?” Students mark their votes. Fighting words are thrown. The question is still up for debate. There’s no denying that Hillsdale students love their books.

Brotherhood in Virtue: Greek Life at Hillsdale

Liam never expected to join a fraternity. Yet at Hillsdale, he discovered the unique way in which Greek life can serve the mission of Hillsdale College and help him practice the values taught in the classroom.

A “Sweet” Expedition

The Student Activities Board newsletter comes out every week, and it’s worth a read all the way through. The chance to venture off campus and explore new places is one reason why.

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.

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.

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.

There and Back Again: Former Hillsdale Student Returns as Professor

When Patrick Timmis arrived at Hillsdale College in 2009, he knew he wanted to study English. But what he didn’t know was that he would be returning to Hillsdale in 2021 to teach English. Dr. Timmis’s journey from student to teacher opens a window into the academic life of Hillsdale.