The recent changes to what was known as the “Honors Program” and is now known as the Collegiate Scholars have been seriously detrimental. The changes Joe Pappalardo proposed (“Collegiate Scholars should change more,” March 17), while well intentioned, would finish the job of getting rid of what is good about the program. Pappalardo suggests making...
Month: March 2016
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I spent Lent in the drive-thru lane
During the Catholic Church’s 40 days of Lenten sacrifice, I broke all the rules. I gained weight, ate out more, and indulged in a new guilty pleasure as I went on a quest to find the fast food industry’s best fish sandwich. According to a survey by Christianity Today, fast food placed ninth on a...
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Women’s tennis travels to Florida over break
Like most college students, the Hillsdale College women’s tennis team headed south for spring break. But instead of lazing on the beach, the team was hard at work preparing for their spring season. During their four-day trip to Florida, the Chargers’ training took the form of beach workouts as well as competing in two matches...
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Former trustee Hazel Hare left a Hillsdalian legacy
Former Hillsdale College trustee Hazel Hare died March 22. External Affairs | Courtesy The last words Hazel Hare spoke to me were, “Carry on the torch, kiddo.” I never met Hazel Hare, but I spoke with her on the phone once. During a 20-minute phone interview regarding her resignation from the Board of Trustees and...
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CAMPUS CHIC: Sam Grinis
Describe your style. I like spending a lot of money to make it look like I went thrift shopping. Now describe your style in three words. Tired Ralph Lauren. What is your favorite clothing item? These polka dot pants I stole from my girlfriend. Who are your fashion icons? Ralph Lauren, Kirk Williams, and this...