HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces it has awarded Richard Viguerie, founder of American Target Advertising Inc., its Freedom Leadership Award on Feb. 5. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the causes of freedom and limited government.
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Hillsdale College Awards ATA Founder Richard Viguerie with Freedom Leadership Award
Hillsdale College Student Activities Board Hosts Annual President’s Ball
The Hillsdale College Student Activities Board hosted its annual President’s Ball in the Searle Center on Feb. 11. Seniors Colton Duncan and Eleanor Hansen were named President’s Ball King and Queen.
Hillsdale College Celebrates Dedication of Stanton Foundation Center for American Classical Education
Hillsdale, Mich. – Hillsdale College celebrated the dedication of The Stanton Foundation Center for American Classical Education with a luncheon, ribbon cutting ceremony, and open house on Feb. 6.
Hillsdale College Hosts Annual Classical Schools Job Fair
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Representatives from more than 50 classical schools from across the nation gathered on Hillsdale College’s campus for the annual Classical Schools Job Fair between Feb. 2-4. The job fair, which has been hosted by Hillsdale College for more than a decade, helps to connect Hillsdale College students and alumni with potential employers in K-12 education.
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.
Blake Center for Faith and Freedom Announces 2023 Event Schedule
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Blake Center for Faith and Freedom in Somers, Connecticut, announces its upcoming events for 2023.
Hillsdale College Announces the Establishment of Matt Suggs USA Shooting Travel Award
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces the establishment of the Matt Suggs USA Shooting Travel Award to cover travel costs for student-athletes competing in Olympic-qualifying shooting sports events. Suggs, former CEO of USA Shooting, played an integral role in establishing the college’s partnership with USA Shooting, which made Hillsdale the official home of the USA Shooting National Team.
Hillsdale College for Life Club Travels to D.C. for March for Life Rally
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College students and members of the Hillsdale College for Life club attended this year’s March for Life rally in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 20. The student group has marched in the rally annually since 2011. Approximately 150 students made the overnight bus trip to Washington, D.C. to participate in the march, which has occurred annually since 1974.
Hillsdale College to Host USA Shooting Junior Olympic Development Camps
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces that the USA Shooting 2023 Junior Olympic Development Camps will be held at the Hillsdale College John Anthony Halter Shooting Sports Education Center from June 19-24. The camps are open to intermediate-to-advanced trap and skeet shooters ages 12-20.
Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Director Receives National Wild Turkey Federation Award
HILLSDALE, Mich. — The National Wild Turkey Federation presented Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Director Al Stewart with a Special Recognition Award at the 50-year anniversary celebration in Grand Blanc, Michigan on Jan. 14. “I am honored to be recognized by the National Wild Turkey Federation,” said Stewart. “I am proud to work with so many outstanding individuals and organizations, such as the National Wild Turkey Federation, that are committed to hunting and angling through their spirit of sportsmanship and their respect for our natural resources.”
Hillsdale College Launches New Online Course: “The American Left: From Liberalism to Despotism”
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College announces its newest online course, “The American Left: From Liberalism to Despotism.” Associate Professor of Politics Kevin Slack teaches the free series, which was released on Jan. 31.
Hillsdale College Hosts Law Enforcement Outreach Conference
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College hosted a Law Enforcement Outreach Conference on Jan. 27 at the college’s Dow Hotel and Conference Center. Law enforcement officers from across the country received training to become certified in teaching the Hillsdale College Law Enforcement Constitution Course. The course, launched in June 2022, provides law enforcement officers with deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution. Developed by Hillsdale College faculty and staff, it includes a four-hour block of instruction that can be included in police academy training schedules and in-service training days.