HILLSDALE, Mich. — A recent survey on the state of freedom of speech on college campuses gave Hillsdale College the highest marks among the nation’s institutions of higher education. The survey, conducted by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and College Pulse, evaluates more than 250 colleges and universities across the country.
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Hillsdale College Ranks First in Nearly Every Category in Recent Free Speech Survey
Hillsdale College Blake Center Hosts Dinner
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Blake Center for Faith and Freedom in Somers, Connecticut, hosted a dinner and art exhibition on Aug. 11. More than 450 people attended the event, which included a discussion panel and remarks on education and politics by Senior Journalism Fellow Mollie Hemingway and Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn.
Hillsdale College Launches New Online Course: “American Foreign Policy”
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces its newest online course, “American Foreign Policy,” taught by Michael Anton, who served in the National Security Council in both the George W. Bush and Donald Trump White Houses. It was released on August 8.
Trumpeter Andrew Balio and Organist Bruce Bengtson Perform at Hillsdale College
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Principal Trumpet at the Baltimore Symphony and Founder of the Future Symphony Institute Andrew Balio and organist Bruce Bengtson performed at Hillsdale College on September 9. The performance, which included original transcriptions of J.S. Bach, was held in Christ Chapel and attended by Hillsdale College students, faculty, and staff members, along with members of the local community.
Hillsdale College Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence Hosts Seminar
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence held a seminar on “The Art of Teaching: Children’s Literature” in Ypsilanti, Michigan, from Sept. 28-29. The event included presentations on teaching through the Socratic method, the formative power of children’s literature, and how to teach poetry.
Hillsdale College Hosts an Evening with Victor Davis Hanson
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Distinguished Lecture Series hosted an evening with Victor Davis Hanson on Sept. 6 at the Searle Center. Hanson, a distinguished fellow in history at Hillsdale College, gave a lecture titled “California’s Dysfunction and the Future of Our Country.”
Hillsdale College Hosts 24th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame Induction
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College congratulated new inductees to the Athletic Hall of Fame at its 24th annual Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet on September 22. This year’s inductees included alumni Michael Broome (‘82 football), Kenneth Moorehead (‘71 basketball), Ralph Perriello Sr. (‘64 Football), Troy Salvior (‘90 baseball), and Silvia Siqueira (‘93 tennis).
Christopher F. Rufo Joins Hillsdale College as a Distinguished Fellow
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher F. Rufo as a distinguished fellow. As a fellow, he will teach courses and speak at college events.
Hillsdale College’s K-12 Education Office Announces its 2023-2024 Master Teachers
HILLSDALE, Mich. — The K-12 Education Office at Hillsdale College has announced its 2023-2024 Master Teachers. This is the fourth cohort of Master Teachers, who are honored for their excellence in the art of teaching. The program is part of Hillsdale’s efforts in K-12 American classical education, which include the Barney Charter School Initiative and the Hoogland Center for Teaching Excellence.
Hillsdale College Hosts 2023 Homecoming Celebration
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted its annual Homecoming Celebration from Sept. 22-23. Students, faculty, alumni, and their families visited campus for a football game, tailgate, parade, and more.
Hillsdale College Announces Commencement Speaker: Pat Sajak
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College is pleased to announce that Pat Sajak will address the class of 2024 at the College’s 172nd spring commencement ceremony.
Hillsdale College Hosts Annual Liberty Shooting Camps
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted its annual Ladies for Liberty and Couples for Liberty Camps at the John Anthony Halter Shooting Sports Education Center. Through training and lessons on gun safety, the Liberty Shooting Camps seek to increase participants’ confidence and skill in shooting sports. Campers also heard lectures from Hillsdale College faculty on the U.S. Constitution and Second Amendment.