Academics Archives

Hillsdale College Hosts Dominic Green as Spring 2023 Pulliam Fellow

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted Washington Examiner columnist Dominic Green, as the college’s spring 2023 Eugene C. Pulliam distinguished visiting fellow in journalism from Feb. 13 to 22. Green is the author of four books. His most recent book is “The Religious Revolution: The Birth of Modern Spirituality, 1848-1898.”

Hillsdale College Director of Orchestras and Choirs Named National President of the College Orchestra Directors Association

HILLSDALE, Mich. — James Holleman, professor of music and director of orchestras and choirs at Hillsdale College, was selected to serve as the national president of the College Orchestra Directors Association. As president, Holleman will be responsible for leading the organization’s various initiatives and summer leadership seminar along with organizing the 2024 National Conference in February, set to be held at the Belmont University School of Music in Nashville.

Kelly DeVries Speaks at Hillsdale College Center for Military History and Grand Strategy

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s new Center for Military History and Grand Strategy hosted Kelly DeVries to speak on Feb. 14 on “War and Strategy during the Middle Ages.” DeVries is a professor of history at Loyola University Maryland and an honorary historical consultant at the Royal Armouries.

Hillsdale College Music Department Hosts Annual Student Concerto/Aria Competition

Hillsdale College Music Department Hosts Annual 2023 Student Concerto/Aria Competition

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Music Department hosted the 2023 annual Student Concerto/Aria Competition on Feb. 5. Students participating in the competition performed solo pieces for a panel of judges in Markel Auditorium, and four students were selected to perform with the Hillsdale College Symphony Orchestra.

Hillsdale College Sees Surge in Applications

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College has seen a more than 53% increase in applications over the past decade. Additionally, the yield rate — the percentage of admitted students who chose to enroll — has reached a new record of 62%. Even with increased selectivity, the college looks for more than high test scores when recruiting students. Hillsdale College continues to seek those who are academically serious, possess strong moral character, and are willing to work together in pursuit of the college’s mission.

Hillsdale College Announces Second Cohort for Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces the new cohort of Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence Student Fellows. The fellowship is a five-semester program for Hillsdale College students who aim to join the free market as entrepreneurs after they graduate. Sophomores of all majors were invited to apply during the fall 2022 semester.

Hillsdale College Announces Commencement Speaker: Bishop Robert Barron

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College is pleased to announce that Bishop Robert Barron will address the class of 2023 during the college’s 171st spring commencement ceremony.

Hillsdale College Announces New Walter Williams Chair in Free Market Economics

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announced the creation of its new Walter Williams Chair in Free Market Economics on Nov. 14. Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn and Chairman of History Mark Kalthoff announced the creation of the chair and named Associate Professor of Economics Roger Butters as the first chair holder.

Michael Driscoll Presents Doctoral Research

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College doctoral student Michael Driscoll gave a presentation titled “Could They Be Happier: Law, Morality, and Happiness in the Political Thought of John Locke” on Nov. 10. Driscol gave the presentation after he successfully defended his doctoral dissertation before a panel of Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship faculty members, including his dissertation director, Thomas G. West.

Hillsdale College’s Julio Suarez Receives Emily Daugherty Award for Teaching Excellence

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The 2022 Emily Daugherty Award for Teaching Excellence was presented to Julio Suarez, assistant professor of art, at Hillsdale College’s Fall Convocation on Nov. 10. “Julio Suarez is very deserving of this honor,” said Hillsdale College Provost Christopher VanOrman. “He is a brilliant artist, an inspiring professor, and a man who deeply cares about this College’s mission and students.”

Hillsdale College Celebrates Fall 2022 Convocation

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted its annual Fall Convocation at Christ Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 10, gathering the college community to honor the liberal arts academic tradition and celebrate the achievements of distinguished students and faculty.

Freshman Class at Hillsdale College Breaks Records

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The admittance rate for Hillsdale College’s incoming class of 2026 is its most selective to date at 20%.