As a tiny child in his Sunday best, a young Alan Taplin sat in front of the stereo and listened to “the coolest sounding instrument,” an instrument upon which he has since based his career. “From the earliest point that I can remember I’ve always known what I wanted to do: I wanted to play...
Baseball suits up for Halloween
Following a trend set on Youtube by universities such as Arizona State and Alabama State, the Hillsdale Baseball team dressed up in costumes for an intrasquad game yesterday. The purpose of the game: to have some fun. “It’s just a really fun activity to finish the fall season and go into the winter, they’re loving...
Roche revamp advances
The first phase of construction for the Roche Sports Complex arena is now complete. Students can now take full advantage of all the courts and the new fitness center. With the new facility, Athletic Director Don Brubacher said students have more opportunities to exercise, whether that be for recreational purposes or just staying fit. “It’s...
City officials prepare for November elections
On Nov. 5, Hillsdale residents will hit the ballot boxes at the public library in order to elect a mayor, four city council wards, city treasurer, and a city clerk. The current mayor, Doug Moon, is not running for reelection. Scott Sessions and Brian Watkins are contending for the position, who currently represent ward I...
How to party with a prof
Last spring, my husband and I, along with my brother and his girlfriend, made our way from our house over to the grassy field where the year’s most anticipated event was underway. Centralhallapalooza, I hoped, would be just as delightful as it had been when I was a student, and perhaps even better, because alumni...