Writers Archives

Showcase in a Showdown

Thirteen years after Centralhallapalooza’s debut, CHP Showdown is still an occasion near and dear to its sister event. Both activities create a buzz weeks in advance and both showcase a well rounded, talented student body.

Who Runs the Burt House

On any given night you can expect the same thing: a group of guys sitting around the couches, one outstretched on a reclined chair, all smiles, and a nice little handwave when someone new walks in to join the gathering. Nights at the Burt House provide a good picture of off-campus community.

(Unexpected) Major Opportunity

Senior philosophy major and recently awarded Fulbright scholar Colleen Prince didn’t arrive at Hillsdale considering her major, but leaves convinced that the discipline can prepare you for literally anything–even a scholarship to train in Ukrainian folk dance.

Three students studying in the Heritage room of the Hillsdale College Library..

Top 10 Hacks to Beat Procrastination

Somehow, you just can’t make yourself start that five-page essay or begin the assigned reading for the day. Sound familiar? Luckily for you, we’ve compiled a list of proven ways to crush that procrastination monster and boost your productivity, especially when you’re running low on motivation.

Books with bookmarks and colored pencils

Top 10 Student Study Playlists

You search, and search, and search some more. But you just can’t find the music you’re looking for. Never fear, the students of Hillsdale will not let you down.

Glimmers of Gold in a Gray Gallery: Senior Art Show Highlights Student Creativity

Written by Katarzyna Ignatik From the gray carpet floor and walls pop the golden-peach sunrises, bold lines, and colorful oils. Walk around the room, and you’ll see a variety of […]

Distant country house surrounded by woods and snow.

Blue Christmas: Pain has a Place

Blue Christmas is a service that honors the pain of the past and provides a space for students to honor their story in light of the Christmas story. It all started in 2016 as a joint effort between Father Adam and Brock Lutz.

Hillsdale Community Thrift: Helping non-profits of Hillsdale County.

Connecting the Dots between Hillsdale’s Non-Profits

In a town with so much need, many groups want to help. Problems arise, though, when those groups don’t coordinate. Missy DesJardin is helping connect Hillsdale’s non-profits, starting with her new thrift store.

Professors Share: Poetry Appreciation Month

April is Poetry Appreciation Month, and around Hillsdale’s campus, we take our poetry pretty seriously. We asked a few professors to share their favorite poems and what inspires them to read more poetry. Here’s what they had to say.

Thermos of tea and a laptop open for editing essays.

Creating Beautiful Study Spaces

While it may not always be possible to take leisurely time to appreciate the beauty of what we study, it is at least important to take the time once in a while to surround ourselves with beauty.

View of Central Hall through some blooming trees.

Religious Liberty and Rousseau’s Ideal Commonwealth

Alyssa Cortes, the first of four Ph.D. candidates expected to complete their degree requirements for the graduate school this year, presented her doctoral research on a chapter of Rousseau’s Social Contract this Valentine’s Day.

Students on Stories

Three freshmen who write fiction for fun discuss how storytelling impacts their lives as students.