Writers Archives

Greek life: An Ancient Alternative

Have you ever considered Greek life? No, I don’t mean a sorority. Community at Hillsdale is present in the classroom and a good community of students can make a hard class the best class.

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A Lament for the Month of May

Seniors graduate, seasons change, relationships come and go. Things happen; that’s all they ever do. But how can we preserve friendships? Practicing intentionality in friendship and grateful reflection on shared experiences can help you prepare yourself for when May comes around.

10 Tips for Surviving Finals Week

Dreading your finals? Check out these 10 tips to conquer the stress and intensity of finals week.

How to be the “James Bond” on Hillsdale’s Study Scene

Are you allergic to people? Burnt out on social life? Absolutely overloaded with schoolwork and in desperate need of some solitude to tackle your to-do list? Read on to learn about Mission: Avoid People, the operation dedicated to the most secluded study spots on campus.

The Art of the House Show

Student bands, frontmen, good jams, and best friends – the house show at Hillsdale College is where we enjoy live music and dancing while practicing the art of celebrating properly. A staple of the student’s time here, the house show is a must-see part of the Hillsdale experience.

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Class Goal: Defend Yourself

Hillsdale’s women’s self-defense class empowers women to defend and respect themselves.

Dear Freshman Me: Congrats on Your Campus Job!

Dear Freshman Me, most students will work an on-campus job at some point during their four years here, but only some find the community and professional development hidden away in the basement of Kendall hall.

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First Registration

While enjoying the excitement of a new semester, it’s easy to dismiss the chaotic ten minutes that brought you to your carefully selected Great Books class. Panicked times of class registration will forever be some of my most amusing and beloved college memories.

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Learning and Love: Volunteering with Journal Buddies

By writing letters in journals, Hillsdale College students serve as academic and relational mentors to younger kids at Gier Elementary.

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Dear Freshman Me: Don’t Stop Going to Church

While you’re here for four years, it’s worth finding a good church community, but sometimes that’s harder than anyone warns you about. Don’t let that shake your faith. If you trust God to work it out he will, and I’m here to give you a glimpse of his plans.

Shedding Light on Dark Matter: Jamin Rager, ’13

Jamin Rager, ’13, knew since high school that he would major in physics and mathematics. At Hillsdale, he hit the ground running with his major classes.

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This is going to be the perfect weekend.

What is the Platonic Form of a weekend? Does such a form even exist? Read one Hillsdale student’s attempt to live out the ideal weekend and her reflections on professorial advice.